Attention Teachers: Are you making these common mistakes when teaching letters? Like anything in Pre-K, kids need interaction. They need movement. And with so much memorization in preschool, it’s easy to fall into habits of repetition, worksheets, and tracing. But this is BORING! And we all know that it isn’t how kids learn best. When […]
It’s tough. Your first week of school is a doozy. So many new faces, experiences, and feelings. Not to mention that never-ending to-do list. You know. The one that somehow keeps getting longer and longer as you check new items off. Where do you even begin? Do you start the year with fun and excitement […]
Every parent wants to know. “What does my child need to learn before he or she starts school?” It’s a great question. A lot of teachers may tell parents to start practicing ABCs and how to count. Some parents will. Some won’t. The bottom line? These aren’t the things your child needs to learn before school […]
First impressions matter. And Back-to-School Night is your chance to make a great one. It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been doing this. The nerves are still there. And the same questions ring through your head: “What will this year be like?” “How much can we learn?” “Will the parents like me?” I’ve been there. […]
Are you ready for the first day of school? I bet. You probably can’t wait to teach and inspire your new group of students. With all that excitement, it’s easy to jump right in. You want school to be fun. You want kids to feel that enthusiasm right away. But before the learning can start, […]
