KinderKuties

 It's that time of year!  Everyone is buzzing about decorating, spreading cheer, and getting jolly!  Our students are distracted by so many things this time of year, especially with winter break lurking just around the corner!  It is important to plan activities that will keep your students interested and asking for more! Looking to keep your students engaged while practicing sight words this Christmas? This "I See Christmas" sight word differentiated emergent reader mini book is the perfect addition to the lower elementary classroom during this holiday season! It would be  great  to use for  independent reading, guided reading groups, homework, or read to self time.  I also usually have students highlight the sight word of the week on each page in the story to reinforce!   Want to just stick with a winter theme?  Try this set of 4 differentiated Winter sight word emergent readers !   This adorable Penguin Winter Color by Sight Word...

This year my class and I have decided to write cards to different members of the community to thank them for all of they do as well as to wish them a happy holiday!  Our first set of cards were sent to local police officers who were injured in the line of duty.  My students made cards and showcased their drawing abilities in these sweet heartfelt get well soon cards.                                                     

 Need some quick Veteran's Day Activities for the K-2 Classroom?  Then you have come to the right place!  Help your students honor those in the armed forces with these adorable activities. Don't forget to check out the  Veteran's Day Activities BUNDLE !      First up are these two sets of  Veteran's Day Magnifying Glass Centers that incorporates short vowel blends and CVC Words .  Students love using magnifying glasses and finding the teeny tiny words embedded in the pictures.  My Kinders have always loved these type of centers.  They are hands on and engaging.        Your class  NEEDS  this set of Veteran's Day / Military themed Short Vowel Blends magnifying glass literacy activities. This set includes 6 pages with short vowel blends a,e,i,o, and u. Students look at each page with a magnifying glass to search for the 10 hidden words. Students then, write each word they see and read it 3 time...

       Science has always been one of my favorite subjects in school!  I know, I know what you're thinking...ewwww I hate science 😂!  Okay maybe you're not saying that, but then again maybe you are.  I have heard of so many colleagues throughout my years as a teacher, teaching science so minimally that it hurts.  I love teaching science!  Fun fact: in college I was the ONLY science and education major!  That says a lot!      Anyway, science can be so fun, exciting, engaging, and hands on in the classroom.  It is an opportunity for students to explore and figure things out on their own with teacher guidance.  They have the chance to work with partners and form hypotheses.  There are a TON of great resources online from BrainPop to great channels on YouTube like SciShow Kids and ScienceMAX to name a few.   Teaching science doesn't have to be difficult or scary. Pick a topic Watch a video clip on to...

       Getting ready to begin a new school year?  Looking for a fresh start?  Try changing up your classroom theme! A themed classroom is so much fun creating and enjoying.  One of my favorite themes is a beach theme, or Hawaiian theme classroom.  It makes me happy walking in everyday to bright colors and tropical vibes all year long, even though I live in NJ.  I also love the cohesiveness of a theme and am usually pretty proud of myself when I put it all together.  It creates a a fun environment for learning.        As I have transitioned from kindergarten to third grade, I have learned that less is more sometimes and just changing out borders and bulletin boards can be just as rewarding as recreating an entire classroom.       One of the fun items I use in my classroom for my Welcome board is these adorable beach bodies!   The kids love walking in and seeing their face on a bulletin boa...

 Mother's Day is just around the corner!  What better way to prepare than to have students write about their mom or another significant lady in their lives.  This activity I created is a perfect, quick, no prep activity than can be printed, assigned as a google slides assignment, or on Easel by TPT.   Students can choose to write about: mom aunt grandma another special lady in their life Click Here to get my Mother's Day Packet