With December here and routines well-established, I’m excited to share some amazing resources for the holiday season! This post features 25 free, December-themed downloads that will keep your kindergarten students engaged all month long. From whole-class activities to small group sessions using decodable books, engaging printables, and independent learning centers, these resources add festive fun... The post December’s Delightful Freebies for Kindergarten Learning and Fun! appeared first on Little Minds at Work ..read more

With a new month underway and routines settling in, I have some fantastic resources to share with you! This post highlights 25 free November-themed downloads that are ideal for engaging your kindergarten students throughout the month. Whether you’re planning whole-class activities, small groups with decodable books, or independent learning centers, these interactive resources are perfect... The post November’s Must-Have Free Downloads for Kindergarten Fun and Learning! appeared first on Little Minds at Work ..read more

Welcome, dedicated teachers and literacy champions! Today, we’re exploring a set of free downloads grounded in the Science of Reading, a powerful framework that sheds light on how students learn to read. Our focus? CVC words! These foundational, consonant-vowel-consonant words lay the groundwork for young readers to practice blending and decoding with ease. But before... The post 5 Free CVC Free Downloads to Boost Reading and Phonics Skills appeared first on Little Minds at Work ..read more

As educators, we’re always looking for hands-on ways to make learning more engaging and effective in the classroom. I’m thrilled to partner with hand2mind to bring you five free downloads that pair seamlessly with their hands-on manipulatives. These resources are grounded in the science of reading (with a splash of math) and are designed to... The post 5 Free Engaging Downloads to Pair with Your Favorite hand2mind Resources appeared first on Little Minds at Work ..read more

As we step into a new month and settle into the school year, I’ve got some exciting goodies for you! This post features 25 free October-themed downloads that are perfect for keeping your kindergartners engaged all month long. Whether you’re leading whole-class activities, small groups, or independent learning stations, these hands-on resources are just what... The post Exciting October Free Downloads for Kindergarten appeared first on Little Minds at Work ..read more

As we dive into September and gear up for a fresh new school year, I’ve got something exciting for you! This post features 25 free apple-themed downloads that are perfect for your back-to-school season. Whether you’re teaching whole-class lessons, leading small groups, or setting up independent learning stations, these hands-on resources are just what you... The post 25 Free Apple-Themed Kindergarten Activities and Printables for September appeared first on Little Minds at Work ..read more

As the new school year approaches, it’s time to refresh your teaching toolkit with some fun and engaging resources for your young learners! Whether you’re a teacher, homeschooler, or parent, these 50 free downloads are perfect for preschool through first-grade students. From phonics and math to seasonal activities and organization, these resources are designed to... The post Back to School Google Drive 50 Free Downloads appeared first on Little Minds at Work ..read more

We are here to chat mouth formation. In the realm of phonics education, the science of reading has emerged as a guiding force, providing evidence-based insights into how individuals acquire and master the skill of reading. One key aspect of this approach is the emphasis on teaching mouth formation. In this blog post, we’ll dive... The post Unlocking the Science of Reading: Understanding Mouth Formation + 6 Free Downloadable Resources appeared first on Little Minds at Work ..read more

The end of the school year is near but many of you are still feverishly plugging along. This post will compile 25 free downloads that are great for your May or into June if that matches your school schedule. I’ve put together a collection of hands-on resources tailored for whole-class instruction, small-group activities, and independent... The post Unlock Fun & Learning: 25 Free May Downloads! appeared first on Little Minds at Work ..read more

With the end of the school year on the horizon, kindergarten educators are eagerly anticipating a month filled with engaging adventures to delight their young students. To streamline your preparation, I’ve put together a collection of hands-on resources tailored for whole-class instruction, small-group activities, and independent learning stations. From interactive centers, decodable books, as well... The post April Adventures Await Kindergarten Explorers: Snag 25 FREE Downloads! appeared first on Little Minds at Work ..read more