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As a busy preschool teacher, I’m always looking for simple, meaningful ways to weave social-emotional learning into our daily routines—without adding one more thing to an already overflowing plate (Can I get a hand up if you’re with me?). That’s why I love incorporating kindness holidays into the preschool classroom. These special days make it so easy to create a […]
In preschool, developing and teaching social-emotional skills is EVERYTHING ! Many of our young learners are stepping away from their families for the first time, and it can be challenging to figure out how to act in different classroom settings, especially since most (if not all) our students have grown up in this Covid pandemic. It’s needed now, more so […]
Looking for the best kindness books for preschool to build a more caring classroom? You’re in the right place. These stories go beyond surface-level lessons; they invite real conversations about empathy, helping others, and being a kind friend. Teaching kindness isn’t just about creating a calm, happy classroom vibe (though that’s definitely a bonus). Research shows that practicing kindness improves […]
Looking for ways to cultivate kindness in your students’ hearts this World Kindness Day? Look no further! In this blog post, I have compiled a list of 10 delightful World Kindness Day activities specifically designed for preschoolers, making it easy for you to teach and celebrate kindness with your young learners. If you are looking for things to do for […]
Ever thought of bringing positive affirmations into your preschool classroom? I’m sure you’ve seen the swanky classroom affirmation mirrors on Instagram and thought they looked cute; but have you ever wondered why are teachers including positive affirmations in their classrooms? Students need to know that self-talk is a very positive part of self-regulation, and even our youngest learners should be […]
Can you believe it’s already time to welcome a brand-new bunch of little learners? At first, planning your first day of preschool can feel a little overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to create the just right mix of calm, connection, and structure. You might be wondering:Do I start with a story?Do I teach routines right away?Do I set up centers […]
The Perfect Read Alouds to Kick Off a New Preschool Year Back to school season is such an exciting (and sometimes nerve-wracking!) time for little learners. Whether it’s their very first time heading off to preschool or they’re returning for another year of fun, books can be a beautiful bridge to help them process all the big feelings that come […]
How are your preschoolers going with self-regulation right now?Yep, I hear you. It’s a huge skill for our little learners and the truth is, most of them are only just starting to figure it out. One minute they’re calm and happy, the next they’re a puddle of big feelings on the mat (sometimes over a blue cup instead of the […]
Last week I noticed one of my preschoolers named Jack backing away from one of the other children. He was frowning, his mouth was turned down and he clearly appeared uneasy. I walked up to them both and noticed the other child laughing and waving a toy at Jack, not seeming to grasp how Jack was feeling. I stopped them […]
Looking for meaningful classroom mottos to use with your preschoolers?Even though it’s mid-year here in Australia, I’ve been reflecting on ways to strengthen the sense of community in my classroom, and that led me to explore the power of classroom mottos. Classroom mottos are simple, powerful phrases that help set the tone for the year. They guide behavior, support social-emotional […]