Kindergarten – Page 3

Thankful for Math Games

11/03/2016

What does your classroom look like during your math block? No, really. Stop and think about it for a moment. Are your children quietly working on a printable worksheet or consumable workbook? Do they get excited for math, or are they just going with the flow? I'll share that in my classroom ... read more

It Can Start With a Single Dot

09/29/2016

Do you have students who think they aren't artists? I know that I do. What about children who are so scared of making mistakes that they have trouble getting started? I know that I have these types of children in my class, too. What are we doing to help them? Are we giving them scaffolded ... read more

When it’s OK for Math to be a Little Scary

09/12/2016

Is it ever OK for math to be a little scary? I say yes. While spooky may be a better word for what I'm sharing today, math centers don't have to be scary. Yes, it is possible to have math centers early in the year and be successful (and it doesn't even have to be a scary process)! It's ... read more

Back to School in Style: Tips and Tricks with The Teaching Texan

08/02/2016

The back to school season can get a little pretty hectic. Inservice, prepping for the first day, setting up your classroom for the year, Meet the Teacher Night, the list goes on... My to-do list during this time of year is never ending. Whether you're a list person or not, ... read more

My Week at the KOSMOS Energy Stem Teacher Institute

07/21/2016

Sweet summertime... Time for relaxation, regeneration for the beginning of the school year, and... professional development! This summer I was fortunate enough to attend the KOSMOS Energy Stem Teacher Institute at the Perot Museum of Nature & Science for a second year. For anyone who ... read more