Step into Room 121, where kindergarten teacher Brooke Schmidt has spent 15 years perfecting the art of engaging early learners through discourse, community building, and celebration of mistakes. In today's episode, Brooke reveals how she creates a classroom environment that serves as both a rigorous learning space and a safe haven for her young students.

From day one, Brooke establishes strong foundations through intentional communication strategies, which you can start applying in your own classroom today! This communication framework extends into content areas throughout the year, building her students' confidence in expressing their understanding and asking questions.

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