Hello everyone, and welcome back to a brand new episode of Elevating Early Childhood.

Before we start, let me ask you a question: What's in your block center?

If you're looking for ways to spice up your block center or help your kids get the most out of the block center, then this episode is for you!

Because, let me tell you, when your block center is well-stocked and organized, student engagement will skyrocket!

But how do you make sure yours checks all the right boxes and is as successful as it can be?

Tune in to this episode to find out!

Ready? Let's dive in!

Key Takeaways:

Setting up a successful block center doesn't have to be hard (00:00)

Adding natural items (02:55)

Dollar store finds! (06:12)

Things that go (08:45)

Where does it go? (13:06)

We the People (14:36)

Don't "leaf" these out! (18:37)

What kind of blocks to use? (19:49)

"Do not touch!" (22:37)

Use center signs (23:36)

Bring literacy into your block center (24:07)

How to make block center clean-up a breeze (27:11)

Add things to complement your themes (29:46)

How much space do you need? (31:49)

Here's how to manage your students in the block center (34:33)

Additional Resources:

- Visit our website to find tons of pre-K teaching resources here.

- Get my book “Teach Smarter: Literacy Strategies for Early Childhood Teachers”.

- Learn more about my exclusive mentorship program, “Teaching Trailblazers”.

- Get my FREE center essentials guide here.

- Shop your block center products here.

- Grab editable center labels here.

- Grab editable center signs here.

- Learn more about my block center here.

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