Kick off the school year with engaging and low-prep back-to-school crafts for kindergarten that help students share about themselves and get excited for learning! Whether you’re setting up an adorable bulletin board or need easy first-week-of-school activities, these crafts are designed to make the first week a success! Check out these related posts: GRAB THIS […] The post Back to School Crafts for Kindergarten appeared first on Simply Kinder.| Simply Kinder
Starting the school year can be filled with excitement and a few jitters. That’s why our First Day Jitters Book Companion for kindergarten is the perfect resource to ease those first-week nerves while building classroom community and reinforcing early literacy skills. This companion is packed with engaging, ready-to-use activities that bring the story to life […] The post First Day Jitters Book Companion for Kindergarten appeared first on Simply Kinder.| Simply Kinder
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The last day of school has arrived! Summer is calling, but it can be bittersweet to say goodbye to all the memories made throughout the school year. “Last Day Blues” by Julie Danneberg is a heartfelt and humorous book that makes the perfect last day read aloud. Pair this read aloud with Simply Kinder’s NEW […] The post Last Day Blues Book Companion appeared first on Simply Kinder.| Simply Kinder
Beginning your teaching journey can bring a wide range of emotions. It’s normal to feel excited, anxious, nervous, hopeful, and SO much more! You’ll have a classroom full of little learners soon and you may be wondering where to begin. Boost your confidence with these 10 tips for new teachers. You’ve got this! Check out […] The post 10 Tips for New Teachers appeared first on Simply Kinder.| Simply Kinder
It’s a dream come true! It’s a YES DAY in kindergarten and the perfect way to end the school year! Celebrate the end of the year with a theme day centered around the word YES, and give students the freedom for fun. Check out Simply Kinder’s NEWEST classroom activity kit – Yes Day! Check out […] The post Yes Day in Kindergarten appeared first on Simply Kinder.| Simply Kinder
Cue the bittersweet feelings that the end of a school year brings. It’s a time to celebrate the arrival of summer break and reminisce on memories made during the school year. Savor the last days as a classroom family with these End of the Year Read Alouds books, activities, and book-inspired snacks! Check out these […] The post End of the Year Read Aloud Books appeared first on Simply Kinder.| Simply Kinder
Want to teach entrepreneurship, teamwork, and financial literacy in a way your students will never forget? We transformed our grade level into a bustling business town—and you can too! This immersive learning experience incorporates responsibility, economics, real-world skills, and SO much more! Check out this fun way to teach economics in kindergarten! Check out these […] The post Fun Way to Teach Economics in Kindergarten appeared first on Simply Kinder.| Simply Kinder
Did you know that the schwa is the most common sound in the English language? Yet, it’s also one of the trickiest for young readers to recognize! If you’re teaching phonics and structured literacy, understanding the schwa sound is essential for helping students become confident, fluent readers. Keep reading to learn for What is the […] The post What is the Schwa Sound & Teaching Tips appeared first on Simply Kinder.| Simply Kinder
Forget spring cleaning! It’s time for spring crafting! Cut, color, and create spring crafts that will brighten bulletin displays, support learning, and create memories. Simply Kinder’s NEW spring-themed craft bundle is all you need for the ultimate spring fling in your classroom! Check out these easy to make spring crafts for kindergarten. Check out these […] The post Spring Crafts for Kindergarten appeared first on Simply Kinder.| Simply Kinder
The goal of reading ALL words is to read them as if by sight. This means that we can look at a word and recognize it instantly because our brains are using four important processors to recognize that word. Sight word instruction should address all four of these processors so students can build connections and […] The post How-To Teach Sight Words In Kindergarten appeared first on Simply Kinder.| Simply Kinder
a sound wall with real photos for kindergarten classrooms. Includes a variety of pictures, spelling cards, constants, vowels, and more.| Simply Kinder
Sound Brochures with Real Mouth Photos Editable | Alphabet Brochures ❤️ Keep your families informed about the letters and sound with these informative brochures. Do part in class or send the whole things home for families to learn about mouth formation, keywords, and much more! Get this resource as part of a bundle too: […]| Simply Kinder
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Letters don't have to be taught in alphabetic order. Read for tips on deciding which letters to teach first in your kindergarten classroom.| Simply Kinder
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Learn How to Teach Phonics In Kindergarten with Simply Kinder's NEW Science of Reading aligned Phonics Books & Teaching Slides, & Worksheets.| Simply Kinder
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