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Wondering what the unspoken secret is to managing Wondering what the unspoken secret is to managing a kindergarten classroom?

Two words: Positive Reinforcement

As simple as it sounds, positive reinforcement really is key to managing a classroom. 🔑

By actively reinforcing good behavior, you can:

✨Create a positive classroom environment 
✨Motivate your students 
✨Construct an uplifting class community

To find out more, click on the link in bio to check out this latest post!
🔳 Snap Cubes or Unifix Cubes? 🟨 Can't decide whi 🔳 Snap Cubes or Unifix Cubes? 🟨 

Can't decide which math manipulator is your fave? Both bring endless learning possibilities to the table. 

I personally love unifix cubes, the smooth sides just look so aesthetically pleasing. 😂

Let me know in the comments which one you're stacking up on! 😎
A calm down corner is a designated space where kid A calm down corner is a designated space where kiddos can go to take a break, regulate their emotions, and return to the activity or situation feeling calm and ready to learn. 💆‍♀️

Here are 3 items to place in your calm down corner: 

✨Comfortable seating
✨ Sensory items
✨ Calm visuals

Calm down corners are great additions to your classroom and help to teach social-emotional skills to your students. 🙌

Click the link in bio to find out more on how to create a calm down corner!
I’ll go first. 🙋‍♀️ BE KIND. The "Be Kind" rule I’ll go first. 🙋‍♀️

BE KIND.

The "Be Kind" rule is my favorite because almost all other rules flow from it. 

By emphasizing kindness as a core classroom rule, we're not only creating a positive learning environment, but also teaching children how to build healthy relationships, resolve conflicts peacefully, and contribute positively to their community. 

Kindness is a universal language that transcends age, and instilling it early on sets the stage for a more compassionate and harmonious society in the future.

What’s your most important classroom rule?
One of the best ways to have your classroom be stu One of the best ways to have your classroom be student-run is by incorporating classroom jobs. 

Classroom jobs are a great way to teach responsibility, build teamwork, and create a fun and inclusive classroom environment. 🙌

It's also a great way to take the work load off of you and helps your students share in classroom responsibilities (e.g., instead of you wiping down the tables after each day, create a student job for that!)

Click the link in bio to see my latest post on tips and tricks for classroom jobs in kindergarten! 🥳
Let's talk about the ultimate weapon in my teacher Let's talk about the ultimate weapon in my teacher toolkit – ERASABLE GEL PENS! They're like magic wands that make writing an absolute breeze. ✨

Say goodbye to scribbled mess-ups and hello to smooth, colorful perfection! 🎨✍️

Lesson plans? Done! Grading? Piece of cake! Journaling? Oh, you bet! 

These erasable gel pens make everything FUN and colorful. 🌈💃

What's your favorite teacher tool?
Looking for some Back to School brain breaks for y Looking for some Back to School brain breaks for your kiddos? 👀

Here are my 3 favorite tried and true brain breaks:

✨Tooty Ta by Dr. Jean 

✨The Goldfish (Let’s Go Swimming) by Laurie Berkner Band 

✨ The Floor is Lava by The Kiboomers

These songs are a great way to get those wiggles out! 

And if you want the quick links to these brain breaks, shoot me a DM and I’ll send them your way! 💌

What are your favorite brain breaks?

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