In episode 172 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I reflect on the decline in excitement around new picture books for educators! What do you think? I really want to hear from other educators! > Scarborough’s Reading Rope podcast episode: https://creativekindergartenblog.com/literacy-scope-and-sequence-scarboroughs-reading-rope-ep-133/ > 3-Day Read-Alouds blog post: https://creativekindergartenblog.com/kindergarten-read-alouds/ > Email me: creativekindergartenblog@gmail.com   To join in on the conversation with me, you can find me on: Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.tea ..read more

In episode 171 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I am so excited to talk about the announcement to update the Ontario Kindergarten Program! > Listen to the announcement here: https://www.youtube.com/live/kdjPXuhI_5Q?si=YhiAaDgQpYENPGhK  > Ontario Language Curriculum (part 1): https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/S764F7JGEGb  > Ontario Language Curriculum (part 2): https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/9LXFz6JGEGb  > Kate Winn podcast episode: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/54OHswIGEGb  To join in on the conversation with me, you can find me on: Teachers ..read more

In episode 170 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I discuss developmental milestone checklists, and how educators can use them to support families and caregivers.  > Looksee checklists: https://lookseechecklist.com/en/  > CDC Developmental Milestones: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/milestones/milestones-2mo.html  > ELECT document: https://www.publications.gov.on.ca/excerpts-from-elect-022363  > Bright Futures Well-Child Visit Handouts: https://publications.aap.org/patiented/pages/Well-Child-Visit-Handouts  To join in on the conversation with me, you ..read more

In episode 169 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I give you my best strategies for making it through the winter months and snowsuits! How can you feel less stressed and help your students be succesful? Listen to this week’s episode to find out! To join in on the conversation with me, you can find me on: Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Creative-Kindergarten Instagram: @creativekindergartenblogontpt Facebook: www.facebook.com/creativekindergartenbyamanda Blog: creativekindergartenblog.com ..read more

In episode 168 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I engage in a moment of self-reflective practice and give my views on celebrating holidays this winter season! I discuss centering Christmas, Elf on the Shelf and more! To join in on the conversation with me, you can find me on: Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Creative-Kindergarten Instagram: @creativekindergartenblogontpt Facebook: www.facebook.com/creativekindergartenbyamanda Blog: creativekindergartenblog.com ..read more

In episode 167 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I answer the questions I get asked most by kindergarten educators. Let’s talk free-choice centers, transitions, and vocabulary instruction! > Join me for Camp K3’s Snow Day: https://camp-kinder-snow-day.teachery.co/ck3-snow-day?a=emDLf7QR  > Free Choice Centers blog post: https://creativekindergartenblog.com/free-choice-centers-kindergarten/  > 3-Day Read-Aloud blog post: https://creativekindergartenblog.com/kindergarten-read-alouds/  To join in on the conversation with me, you can find me on: Teachers Pay Teachers: h ..read more

In episode 166 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I discuss the different lessons I incorporate into my high-frequency word instruction. From decoding practice to teaching various spelling rules - you can easily differentiate and enhance your lessons! > Phonics Tips of the Week: https://www.instagram.com/creativekindergartenblogontpt/guide/phonics-tips-of-the-week/17983051547157967/   To join in on the conversation with me, you can find me on: Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Creative-Kindergarten Instagram: @creativekindergartenblogontpt Faceboo ..read more

In episode 165 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I go over the vocabulary surrounding the high-frequency words that we teach our students. What do all these words mean and how do we teach our students to read them? Listen to find out! > The Reading Teacher’s Book of Lists: https://amzn.to/3FMWDH4  > Heart Word Method: https://www.reallygreatreading.com/heart-word-magic  > Sight Word Mini Books: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Kindergarten-Sight-Word-Mini-Books-for-Sight-Word-Practice-BUNDLE-7457198  To join in on the conversation with me, you can find me ..read more

In episode 164 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I discuss explicitly teaching foundational skills in a play-based learning program with Kate Winn. We cover phonics, phonemic awareness, vocabulary, content knowledge, writing and more!  > Find Kate on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katethismomloves/ > Find Kate on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThisMomLoves  > Find Kate on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thismomloves  > ONlit website: https://onlit.org/  > 7 Mighty Moves Book Study: https://onlit.org/event/seven-mighty-moves-books-club-session-1/202 ..read more

In episode 163 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I share an energizing conversation with Maxine about outdoor learning and creating a sense of place for students. We discuss the how of teaching and learning in the natural environment, and give strategies and advice on how to start! > Find Maxine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theteachingtaurus/  To join in on the conversation with me, you can find me on: Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Creative-Kindergarten Instagram: @creativekindergartenblogontpt Facebook: www.facebook.com/creativekinderg ..read more