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Category: Kindergarten
Pinwheels for peace
The kindergarteners commemorated today's International Day of Peace by making these pinwheels in art. They adorn some of our houseplants and look wonderful.
Morning Reading
Lower school students can enter anytime between 8:00 - 8:15 and be on time for the day. That rolling entry and different work speeds of kids mean that some are finishing morning work when others are starting on password (quick academic check in and high five before coming in!). That means that nearly everyone has …
That’s what it’s all about!
You put your left arm in You put your right arm in Then you shake it all about We've been singing and dancing a Feelings song to the tune of the Hokey Pokey during every morning. Today we danced an actual Hokey Pokey with Maximo on GoNoodle and the kids were so delighted. That's what …
High Five Friday
Coach Jon let us come to PE with the 5th graders today since he had to coach the xc team after lunch. The kindergarteners, of course, had a blast and everyone got to end with a high five train!
#CelebrateMonday
I may or may not be in bed at 7:23. I'm whooped. And it's only Monday! Speaking of which, today I #CelebrateMonday for boys' morning hair. It just can't be beat to make me grin!
How to Make a Friend
I saw 2 super How to make a friend boards on instagram (@iteachwhatsyoursuperpower & @digitaldivideconquer) and loved them. So I copied their ideas! Each morning we read a book and the kids post a picture of the cover and the message in the lunchroom. We will finish up next week. (Our 1st 5 day school …
Yet
I had growth mindset and the Power of Yet (phrase borrowed from classdojo) in mind for tonight's post but then we were treated to this and I think that's enough. A beautiful, clear rainbow 🌈 to end the day. 😊
Out of my comfort zone
Thanks to my friend Vicky for getting us out there... On the Reno High track. Speed workouts are terrible, they hurt, I feel like I can't breathe but they're also super satisfying. Things that are hard are with doing. I introduced the writing station today and worked to help my students see that they can …
First Fun Friday of the year
One of the reasons I love Fun Friday is because I get to spy on my kids in plain sight! I love seeing what they choose then listening them talk through the plans, discussions about how to implement the plans, disagree about steps along the way, and just have fun with each other. I know …
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