Literacy
All About Apples: Apple Activities
It’s apple pickin’ time and September is the perfect month for apple activities! September 26th is Johnny Appleseed’s birthday so we celebrate apples all month
September 6, 2026
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American Symbols Activities: Kindergarten Lesson Plans & Ideas for Week 5
It’s week 5 of kindergarten and a four-day week, so we’re officially starting small groups and continuing to establish center routines. This week is still
September 6, 2026
Math
Math Centers
What is the one question I get asked more than any other? How do you set up centers for kindergarten? (or any grade!) In particular,
September 5, 2026
S.T.E.A.M.
Constitution Day Lesson Plans/September 11th For Kids
Celebrating Constitution Day can be a challenge in kindergarten. The Constitution is a big, complicated document, and it’s a complex idea to teach our students.
September 3, 2026
Literacy
Kindergarten Pirate Activities: Talk Like A Pirate Day!
You know, there truly is a day to celebrate everything. September 19th is Talk Like A Pirate Day! This is a perfect day for kindergarten!
September 3, 2026
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Five Senses Activities: Kindergarten Lesson Plans & Ideas for Week 4
It’s week 4 of kindergarten, so we’re officially in week 2 of centers, so we’re adding the light box and sensory bin to the mix!
August 29, 2026
Literacy
Activities For Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
Activities for Chicka Chicka Chicka Boom Boom are just fun! Show of hands…who loves Chicka Chicka Boom Boom? This is such a classic beginning-of-the-year read-aloud
August 29, 2026
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Kindergarten Lesson Plans & Activities: ABC Bootcamp, Numbers, Five Senses & Families
It’s week 3 of kindergarten, so we’re officially starting our required curriculum this week, but in a more kindergarten-appropriate way! This week is still focused
August 23, 2026
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Learning About Families: Families Theme
Learning about families is a must at the beginning of the year. Getting to know our students is key to building relationships. Relationships are key
August 17, 2026
Classroom Management
ABC Bootcamp: Kindergarten Letters and Sounds Lesson Plans & Activities
It’s week 2 of kindergarten, so we’re hoping to settle into some routines and procedures. This week is more academics (not necessarily required curriculum), but
August 15, 2026