Creative Kindergarten

In episode 53 of The Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I discuss how to use different technology tools in the classroom, some different tips and tricks I have learned from working online and how to introduce new tech tools to students.

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In episode 52 of The Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I ramble on about how I teach the alphabet to kindergarten students. I talk about the different aspects of having a comprehensive phonics program and how important it is to the future success of students.

Links I mention in this episode:

ABC and Beyond (affiliate link):

https://amzn.to/36pUNv0

So Much More Than the ABCs (affiliate link):

https://amzn.to/3mnEOmw

5 Ways to Reinforce Letters blog post:

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/kindergarten-letters/

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Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Creative-Kindergarten

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Blog: creativekindergartenblog.com

In episode 51 of The Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I talk all about my love for read alouds. I give you my best tips for making them engaging for your students, and give you some question ideas. Books can be a powerful tool for children’s oral language development, reading behaviour skills and so much more!

Links I mention in this episode:

Oral Language Questions Blog Post:

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/?s=oral

Ramped-Up Read Aloud Book (affiliate link):

https://amzn.to/3nUR0vz

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

Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Creative-Kindergarten

Instagram: @creativekindergartenblogontpt

Facebook: www.facebook.com/creativekindergartenbyamanda

Blog: creativekindergartenblog.com

In episode 50 of The Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I do a deep dive into Number Talks. I tell you everything from home I do them, my tips and tricks, and ideas for what has worked for me.

Links I mention in this episode:

Number Talks Blog Post:

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/number-talks/

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

Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Creative-Kindergarten

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Blog: creativekindergartenblog.com

In episode 49 of The Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I discuss how to build strong relationships with families. Since this might be their first contact with the school system, we have a unique ability to positively impact and build relationships with our students and families. I give my best tips and advice!

Links I mention in this episode:

Homework Challenges:

https://anchor.fm/creativekindergarten/episodes/40--Homework-and-Reading-Logs-Made-Easy-eilpmr

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

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In episode 48 of The Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I give you some ideas of what to do during transition times. You might have short or long periods of the time throughout the day when you are transitioning from one thing to the next, and you need some activities in your back pocket to keep students engaged. I tell you some of my favourites!

Links I mention in this episode:

Practical and Simple Transition Ideas blog post:

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/transitions-in-kindergarten/

Breathe Like a Bear Book (affiliate link):

https://amzn.to/3jLKdBN

How to do Number Talks in Kindergarten video:

https://youtu.be/_CkaxnHnjr0

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

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In episode 46 of The Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I talk about celebrating Halloween in kindergarten. I reflect on how I used it to build a classroom community, what has worked (and not worked) for me in the past, and some ideas that you can try.

Links I mention in this episode:

Kindergarten Halloween Ideas blog post:

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/kindergarten-halloween-activities/

Class Books:

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/make-class-books-with-you-kindergarten-students/

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

Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Creative-Kindergarten

Instagram: @creativekindergartenblogontpt

Facebook: www.facebook.com/creativekindergartenbyamanda

Blog: creativekindergartenblog.com

In episode 46 of The Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I go over some of my tips and advice for planning and presenting Professional Development sessions. From what I did at the beginning, to what I’m doing now I go over the steps I take to present at PDs

Links I mention in this episode:

My Journey episode:

https://anchor.fm/creativekindergarten/episodes/45--My-Journey-ekl9h2

Tips for Presenting Professional Development blog post:

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/presenting-at-pds-even-if-you-have-a-fear-of-public-speaking/

Canva:

https://www.canva.com/

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In episode 45 of The Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I talk about how I started working in education, and the steps I took to get my current position at the school board level. I also give my best interview tips!

Links I mention in this episode:

Professional Portfolio episode:

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

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

Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Creative-Kindergarten

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Blog: creativekindergartenblog.com

In episode 44 of The Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I explore the concept of loose parts. What they are, why they are so important and give you some ideas. I love using loose parts in kindergarten, and I try to pass that passion on to you.

Links I mention in this episode:

Loose Parts ideas for the Kindergarten Classroom blog post:

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/loose-parts-for-the-kindergarten-classroom/

Storage Ideas for the Classroom blog post:

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/storage-ideas-for-loose-parts/

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

Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Creative-Kindergarten

Instagram: @creativekindergartenblogontpt

Facebook: www.facebook.com/creativekindergartenbyamanda

Blog: creativekindergartenblog.com