Creative Kindergarten

In episode 13 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I try to unpack how I get (or don’t get) everything done in kindergarten. From documenting to planning, setting up centers to facilitating inquiry- how you can keep on top of it all!

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 12 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I talk about Parent-Teacher interviews. I used to be so anxious when it was this time of the year, but I have a few tips and tricks to make it easier for you! Listen to my experiences of Parent Conferences to hopefully make it less stressful for you.

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 11 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I discuss play-based and paper-pencil centers. I discuss my personal teaching philosophy, and how I provide a developmentally responsive classroom for all the young learners.

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 10 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I discuss the momentous task of teaching kindergarten students how to write. From not even writing their name, to writing full sentences, this is how I have taught our students to write.

Links I talk about in this podcast:

Get Students Writing blog post:

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/get-students-writing/

Knowing When to Slow Down blog post:

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/knowing-when-to-slow-down/

Class Books for the Whole Year:

https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Class-Books-for-the-Whole-Year-40-Prompts-for-Kindergarten-Writing-Center-3842061?aref=bkvjk3za

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 9 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I talk to you about how I work on fine motor skills in my kindergarten classroom. I discuss different materials that you can incorporate into your centers, and integrate math and literacy skills too!

Links I talk about in this podcast:

Fine Motor Skills Blog Post:

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/fine-motor-activities-for-kindergarten/

Fine Motor Skills Activity Pack:

https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Fine-Motor-Skills-Activity-Pack-and-Centers-for-Kindergarten-4187994

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 8 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I urge you to think about homework, and what that looks like in your classroom. I discuss the different reasons for having or not having homework, and I tell you about how homework has worked in my classroom.

Links I talk about in this podcast:

Homework in Kindergarten blog post:

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

Homework Challenges product:

https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/EDITABLE-Monthly-Homework-Challenges-for-Kindergarten-3971355

In Episode 7 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I answer your questions from Instagram!

After filming this podcast, I was inspired to write a blog post about how I stay organized:

https://creativekindergartenblog.com/?p=9607

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

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Blog: creativekindergartenblog.com

In Episode 6 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I talk about a *scary* teaching topic: coding. From what it is, to how I teach it, to tips on how to integrate coding in your classroom.

Links I talk about in this podcast:

Unplugged Coding:

www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Unplugged-Coding-Bundle-12-Activities-for-a-whole-year-of-STEM-4537016

Coding in Kindergarten Podcast:

creativekindergartenblog.com/coding-in-kindergarten-why-what-when-how/

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

In Episode 5 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I discuss my tips and tricks to build a great relationship with your co-workers. If you work in a kindergarten team, within a division, or in a school community, I hope this advice will help you build strong relationships.

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 4 of the Creative Kindergarten Podcast, I give you the top 5 apps that I use in the classroom. These apps are great to use during centers, and are perfect for engaging students in their learning.

Links I talk about in this Podcast:

Boom Cards:

www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Creative-Kindergarten/Category/BOOM-Cards-319602

Blog posts I mention:

My Top 5 iPad apps for Kindergarten:

creativekindergartenblog.com/my-top-5-ipad-apps-for-kindergarten/

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