Tag Archives: classroom management

Teaching Kindergarten…I’m Through With Time Out And Pulling Cards

Posted on July 5, 2017 by

Or moving pins, or giving conduct checks, sad faces, stars, whatever you want to call it. I’m through with it, and I have ten years of reasons to share with all of you cringing teachers right now! I know what … Continue reading →

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The Miracle of Words

Posted on May 12, 2016 by

This morning I witnessed a miracle in my classroom. In the span of a few moments, faces were lifted, bonds were made, and friendships were salvaged. The year is coming to an end. Some weeks it feels as if first … Continue reading →

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Teaching Kindergarten: ‘Twas The Week Before Christmas

Posted on December 15, 2014 by

I can’t believe that the school year is half over! Time really does fly when you are having fun, and I have had so much fun this year teaching kindergarten students and learning from them at the same time. It … Continue reading →

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Teaching Kindergarten…Why I Got Rid of Rules

Posted on November 14, 2014 by

Growing up, I was a rule follower to the core. I still have tendencies to follow the “rules”. In fact, just typing in the title of my post today made me cringe a little! Rules are important to maintain order … Continue reading →

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