Literacy Beginnings Chapter 9
I’m back today to continue our Literacy Beginnings book study blog party with Chapter 9: Supporting English Language Learners in the Prekindergarten Classroom. I used to teach in South Korea, which explains my passion for working with second language learners. That’s me in the picture above circa 19 none-of-your-business! While […]
Dive into Chapter 6
The Literacy Beginnings book study blog party is in full swing and we’re back today with Chapter 6: The Critical Role of Language and Learning. It’s so hot here I wish I could dive into the ocean, but I’m in Dallas so instead I’m diving into this book! Insert cliche […]
Literacy Beginnings: Chapter 5
Until now this book felt like an introduction, now I realize that the authors were just setting the stage. This is where our real early literacy journey begins!
Literacy Beginnings: Chapter 4
Karen from Prekinders did such a phenomenal job of hosting Chapter 4 in our Literacy Beginnings book study blog party I almost couldn’t think of anything to add
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
Last week I met John Archambault, co-author of my favorite children’s book Chicka Chicka Boom Boom.
Literacy Beginnings: Chapter 2
Deborah Stewart from Teach Preschool did a fabulous job covering Chapter 2: Building a Community of Learners in the Literacy Beginnings book study blog party.
What is a Linky Party?
Today I’m answering questions about linky parties. What is a linky party? Why should I join? How do I join?
Literacy Beginnings Chapter 1
Welcome to the Literacy Beginnings book study blog party! Today I am discussing the introduction and the first chapter…
Get Caught Reading Contest
Hold on to your hats because I’ve added a little something to our book study to kick it up a notch! Get Caught Reading isn’t your typical blog contest…
Join the Literacy Beginnings Party
We will begin our Literacy Beginnings book study blog party on Monday, June 27. Here is a list of the blogs that will be hosting each chapter.
Win a Flip Video Camera from Kabongo
This June Kabongo is celebrating Father’s Day all month long. Enter to win a Flip video camera in the Kabongo Loves Dads Sweepstakes.
Win an Amazon Gift Card from Preschool Buddy
PreschoolBuddy is designed to simplify the day-to-day administrative chores for educators. Enter to win a $50 Amazon E-Mail Gift Card from PreschoolBuddy.
Kabongo Reading Games Review
Spring fever is in full-swing and both teachers and students alike are looking forward to summer vacation. Its times like these that call for something new…
Stepping Stones Together Review
As a classroom teacher I feel just as much responsibility for my students learning during the summer months as I do during the school year.
Winner of the Jack Hartmann Giveaway
The three lucky winners of the Jack Hartmann gift certificates are…All winners have been notified via e-mail and will have seven days to claim their gifts.
Student Picture Games
If you are looking for an activity that will engage your students and keep them on task then look no further. This activity can be adapted to meet your needs
Jack Hartmann Giveaway
I first heard about Jack Hartmann’s music from a colleague about nine years ago, all it took was one song and I was hooked. I started with the Rhymin’ to Read nursery rhyme CD then worked my way up to Hip Hop Alphabop, the rest is history! While most early […]
Spring Break Giveaway Winner
The winner of Karen’s Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus packet is Karen B! The winner was selected using an on-line random number generator. Thank you to everybody who entered, we had 228 entries. Stay tuned for another contest that is going to knock your socks off!
Spring Break Giveaway
Spring break is here and I couldn’t be more excited! Know what else I’m excited about? I’m teaming up with Karen of Prekinders to give away a big packet of fun ideas for pre-k and kindergarten teachers to use in their classrooms! Karen’s latest creation at Teachers Pay Teachers is […]
Fire Drill Fix
The following are some simple things you can do to ensure a successful fire drill experience for your preschool or kindergarten students.