The Classroom Collaborative Podcast

Episode 101: Dollar Store + Play with Special Guest Katie Blue


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Katie Blue shares transitional kindergarten tips, morning tubs, dollar store ideas, and her book Yanni the Yeti in this inspiring episode for teachers.

In this exciting episode, Adam Peterson and Deedee Wills welcome special guest Katie Blue, an inspiring educator and author, to talk about all things teaching, transitional kindergarten, and creating a classroom full of joy and learning.

Katie shares her go-to classroom strategies for boosting fine motor skills, encouraging problem-solving, and setting clear expectations through play-based learning and morning tubs. She also dives into how she uses dollar store ideas to create engaging, budget-friendly activities that make a big impact without breaking the bank.

🎒 What you’ll learn in this episode:

  • The power of transitional kindergarten and its unique role in early childhood education

  • How to use morning tubs to start the day with meaningful play and skill-building

  • Simple, low-cost ways to enhance your teaching using dollar store finds

  • Effective classroom management tips that help create consistency and calm

  • The importance of being adaptable in the ever-changing classroom environment

  • A sneak peek at Katie’s inspiring children’s book, Yanni the Yeti and the Power of Yet, and how it promotes a growth mindset

Katie also shares her experience speaking at educational conferences and how she continues to inspire teachers to bring creativity into the classroom every single day.

This episode is full of educational insights, creative ideas, and heartwarming moments that will leave you energized and ready to try something new!


You can find Katie:

  • ⁠https://www.instagram.com/katieblueedu/⁠


You can find her book on Amazon:⁠Yani the Yeti: and the Power of Yet by Katie Mense


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