Creative Kindergarten

In episode 83 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I discuss the classroom centers that I have, the considerations I make and the reflections I do on the classroom space.

This is part 5 in my 5 part series about Kindergarten Classroom Setup.

Blog Post About the Classroom Library

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/kindergarten-classroom-setup/

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In episode 82 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I discuss how I pick new books for my students, and what I look for when I am adding to our bookshelf. Which books should you have in your classroom library?

This is part 4 in my 5 part series about Kindergarten Classroom Setup.

Blog Post About the Classroom Library

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/kindergarten-books-to-read/

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In episode 81 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I'm going to discuss everything related to the classroom environment and reflect on my practice as an early childhood educator.

How do you store all of your materials? I love finding baskets and bowls to show off the loose parts and items that my students can use. They are great for setting up provocations and centers, and for storage.

This is part 3 in my 5 part series about Kindergarten Classroom Setup.

Blog Post About Material Storage:

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/kindergarten-classroom-ideas/

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In episode 80 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I'm going to discuss everything related to the classroom environment and reflect on my practice as an early childhood educator. Your kindergarten classroom decor can be an opportunity to provide meaningful tools to your students and create a space where students feel a sense of belonging. What are you putting up on your classroom walls?

This is part 2 in my 5 part series about Kindergarten Classroom Setup.

Blog Post About Classroom Decor:

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/kindergarten-classroom-decor/

To join in on the conversation with me, you can find me on:

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In episode 79 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I'm going to discuss everything related to the classroom environment and reflect on my practice as an early childhood educator. This first episode looks at using a theme when decorating your room.

This is part 1 of my 5 part series about Kindergarten Classroom Setup.

Blog Post About Themes:

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/kindergarten-classroom-themes/

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In episode 78 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I discuss a variety of topics that I am reflecting on for Back to School. What are my thoughts on spending money in the classroom, clip charts for behaviour management, my focus for the beginning of the school year and more! Join me as I reflect on what I want to place importance on this school year.

Back to School Book recommendations:

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/back-to-school-books/

The Brain Story Course:

https://www.albertafamilywellness.org/training

YouTube Kindergarten Classroom series:

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In episode 77 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I think about what Structured Literacy Instruction will look like in a play-based kindergarten classroom. How do you fit everything in? What resources should you use? I will try to cover everything!

Graphic on the breakdown of skills by The Reading Universe (click on the button that says: “click here to download the grid):

https://www.readinguniverse.org/

Reading Rockets’ Reading 101 course:

https://www.readingrockets.org/teaching/reading101-course/welcome-reading-101

Phonics YouTube video:

Ramped-Up Read Aloud (affiliate link):

https://amzn.to/3evQuBT

Heggerty:

https://heggerty.org/product/phonological-awareness-early-pre-kindergarten-2021-english/

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In episode 76 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I talk about my journey to the kindergarten classroom and the partnerships I’ve had along the way. How do you start building your teaching partnership from the beginning? How do you ensure you have a strong partnership that serves the needs of your students?

Previous podcast about being an Early Childhood Educator:

https://anchor.fm/creativekindergarten/episodes/20--How-This-All-Started-ea1uk5

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In episode 75 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I give a list of all the new books that I have acquired for my classroom library. These read-alouds are perfect for back to school!

Amazon Storefront (with book list):

https://www.amazon.ca/shop/creativekindergartenblogontpt

Previous Books Podcast Episode:

https://anchor.fm/creativekindergarten/episodes/54--Books-eorivr

Previous Read-Alouds Podcast Episode:

https://anchor.fm/creativekindergarten/episodes/51--Read-Alouds-emt8s8

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In episode 74 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I discuss my professional portfolio and reflect on the changes I need to make to it while I update it for this year. Hear about why I think having a portfolio is important and how I made mine.

Professional Portfolio Blog Post:

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/my-professional-portfolio/

Previous Professional Portfolio Podcast Episode:

https://anchor.fm/creativekindergarten/episodes/33--Professional-Portfolio-egd6ju

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