Small group time shouldn't feel stressful! In fact, with a clear plan in place it can be extremely effective. Small groups build confidence, increase engagement, and can help us with targeted instruction for our students. But small group time only works if it's done right! In this episode, let's talk about the most common small group mistakes and how we can fix them!

Topics Discussed:

• Why small group time is beneficial
• 9 small group mistakes and how we can fix them
• The done-for-you solution to small group planning

Related Resources:

• Small Group Binder

Related Blogposts/Episodes:

• Episode #31: How to Effectively Group Preschoolers for Small Group
• Episode #35: 5 Reasons to Have Preschool Small Group
• Episode #37: Preschool Small Group Activity Ideas
• Episode #39: My Top Tips for Preschool Small Group
• Episode #38: Organizing Your Preschool Small Groups

Connect with Ashley

• Follow on Instagram @lovelycommotion
• Join the Lovely Preschool Teachers Facebook Group

More About the Lovely Preschool Teachers Podcast

Are you a busy preschool teacher who loves gaining new ideas, perspectives, and inspiration for your classroom? The Lovely Preschool Teachers Podcast is here to help you up your confidence in educating early learners in a quick, actionable way!

As an early educator who is still in the classroom, Ashley Rives will share the ins and outs of how she runs her classroom in a play-based, child-centered way. Each week, expect a new episode focused on actionable strategies to level up your abilities and confidence as a preschool teacher.

Ashley Rives is an early educator with over 17 years of experience and a strong passion to help teachers implement child-centered learning in preschool classrooms all over the world. You can follow her on Instagram @lovelycommotion or learn more at the Lovely Commotion Preschool Resources website: www.lovelycommotion.com