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L is for Leprechaun: A Magical Week in Kindergarten!

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This past week, our classroom was filled with leprechaun magic, rainbow adventures, and playful learning as we celebrated L is for Leprechaun Week! The excitement was palpable as students engaged in hands-on, play-based activities that incorporated literacy, math, science, and creative storytelling. Here’s a peek into the golden moments that made this week so special!

Storytelling & Literacy Fun

Each morning, we kicked off our day with a themed read-aloud. From How to Catch a Leprechaun by Adam Wallace to Jamie O’Rourke and the Big Potato by Tomie dePaola, our books sparked lively discussions and imaginative storytelling.

  • Letter L Writing: Students practiced forming the letter L using rainbow-colored chalk on black paper, making their letters pop just like a vibrant rainbow after a spring rain.
  • If I Found a Pot of Gold… This creative storytelling activity had students imagining what they would do if they stumbled upon a leprechaun’s treasure. Their ideas ranged from buying unlimited candy to sharing gold with their family—pure kindergarten magic!
  • A Letter to a Leprechaun: Students wrote letters asking leprechauns their most pressing questions. “Do you ever get tired of running away?” and “How do you make rainbows?” were some of our favorites!

Leprechaun Math Adventures

Math took on a lucky twist this week as we explored numbers, patterns, and measurement through our St. Patrick’s Day-inspired centers.

  • Counting Gold Coins – Students used gold coins for counting, addition, and even some sneaky subtraction where the “leprechaun” stole some away!
  • Graphing Lucky Charms – A tasty math activity where we sorted and graphed the different shapes found in Lucky Charms cereal. Who knew math could be so delicious?
  • Measuring Leprechaun Footprints – Using rulers, students estimated and measured tiny (and some not-so-tiny) footprints left behind by mischievous leprechauns.
  • Patterning with Rainbows – Beads and pom-poms helped students create colorful patterns, reinforcing early math skills in a hands-on way.

Leprechaun Traps & Engineering Fun

One of the biggest highlights of the week was our Leprechaun Trap STEM challenge! Using craft sticks, pipe cleaners, gold coins, and glue, students designed their own traps in hopes of catching a sneaky leprechaun. Their creativity was through the roof—some even designed elaborate pulley systems and hidden doors! While no leprechauns were caught, a few mysterious footprints were discovered the next morning… 👀🍀

Sensory & Small World Play

Our exploration stations brought even more magic into the classroom!

  • Sensory Bin: A mix of colored rice, shamrocks, and hidden gold coins provided a fun way for students to dig and discover.
  • Rainbow Science Experiment: Using Skittles and water, we watched as the colors swirled together, creating a mesmerizing rainbow effect.
  • Dramatic Play: Students created their own Shamrock Shake Cafe

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  • Small World Play: Our tiny Leprechaun Village let students build and imagine what life might be like in a leprechaun’s world.

Leprechaun Celebration Day!

Friday was the grand finale—a Leprechaun Celebration Day! Students were greeted at the door by the mischevious leprechauns who left a big mess for them to clean up that morning. We then checked our leprechaun traps to see if we caught anything overnight. No leprechauns were caught but they did leave some chocolate coins for us. We wrapped up the week with our Leprechaun Bridge Challenge, where students worked together to construct bridges strong enough to hold a pot of gold!

As the day ended, we were left with glitter-covered tables, laughter-filled memories, and a classroom full of budding writers, mathematicians, and engineers. We took this opportunity to say goodbye to the leprechauns in the hopes that they would leave more messes for us to clean up

This week was a perfect example of how play-based, hands-on learning keeps students engaged and excited about exploring new concepts. L is for Leprechaun, but it’s also for Learning, Laughter, and Lots of Fun! 🍀🌈✨

Stay tuned for our next adventure—there’s always more magic to come in kindergarten!

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W is for Water Week: A Splash of Learning in Kindergarten!

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This week in our kindergarten classroom, we dove into an exciting and interactive W is for Water Week! Water is such an essential part of our world, and we explored its many wonders through hands-on activities, storytelling, science experiments, and math investigations. The students were fully engaged in learning about water’s journey, its importance, and the ways we can use it wisely. Here’s a glimpse into our week of discovery!

Storytelling & Literacy Adventures

Each day, we started with a water-themed story that helped us think more deeply about how water moves and why it matters.

  • Monday: Water is Water by Miranda Paul helped us see the water cycle in action, setting the stage for the week.
  • Tuesday: The Water Princess by Susan Verde opened up discussions on access to clean water and why we should appreciate it.
  • Wednesday: All the Water in the World by George Ella Lyon taught us about water’s journey across the globe.
  • Thursday: Hey, Water! by Antoinette Portis helped us identify different forms of water all around us.
  • Friday: We celebrated W is for worm with a Letter W craft and storytelling about water’s adventures.
  • Our Water Superhero Storytelling Lesson was a huge hit! Students acted out all the different ways that they could save more water using story workshop materials.

Students also practiced their Letter W Writing by painting with water and brainstorming words that start with W, such as waves, waterfalls, and wetlands. We also wrote creative stories imagining, If I Were a Raindrop…, taking on the perspective of water itself!

Hands-On Math & Science Fun

Our math and science centers flowed seamlessly into our water theme!

  • Counting Water Drops – Using pipettes, we carefully counted how many water droplets we could put onto a water counting page after carefully rolling a dice to see the
  • Estimating Water Amounts – Comparing how much water different containers could hold.
  • Building 3D Shapes with Ice Cubes – A frosty math challenge that reinforced geometric concepts.

Creative Exploration & Play-Based Learning

Throughout the week, students explored water in different ways through our provocations and exploration stations:

  • Water sensory tub – involved tropical fish, blue kinetic sand, and water rocks.
  • Quantity explorations – students investigated different quantities of different sized containers and how much water they could hold.

W is for Water Celebration!

On Friday, we wrapped up the week with a Water Celebration Day!

  • Math Tubs: Measuring Water Volume – Students experimented with different containers to see which held more or less water.
  • ADST: Building a Boat – Using popsicle sticks, tape, pipe cleaners, and some recycled fruit cup containers we explored makings boats and then tested them to see how many elephants they could hold before they sank.

As the week came to an end, our classroom was filled with excitement, discovery, and appreciation for water’s role in our world. Through play, storytelling, science, and creativity, students developed a deep understanding of why water is essential to life!

Next week, we dive into a new adventure, but for now, we’ll remember that every drop counts! 💦🌍

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Math Mania: Exploring Math with Bump Games Across All Themes!

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As a kindergarten teacher, I know the struggle of finding the perfect supplemental resource for each theme I introduce in my classroom. That’s why I created the Math Bump game, a versatile and engaging resource that has become a staple in my classroom.

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Bump games are not only a fun way for students to practice math skills together but also serve as fantastic provocation or engagement materials during spare moments. I love setting up my tables in the morning with different themes and leaving them out throughout the day. My students constantly engage with them, spending a few minutes here and there, which adds up to valuable learning time.

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One of the things I love most about the Math Bump game is its adaptability. I’ve designed each game to be easily adjustable for all levels and abilities. Students can practice subitizing with various ways of representing numbers, including dice pictures, tally marks, numerals, number words, finger pictures, and ten frames. Each game board includes variations for using 1, 2, or 3 dice, allowing for differentiation and ensuring that every student is challenged at their level.

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Another aspect I’m proud of is the variety of dice options the game supports. I’ve collected specialty dice over the years, including 6-sided, 8-sided, 10-sided, 12-sided (use the 2 dice game boards), 20-sided, and 30-sided dice. The Math Bump game accommodates all these dice types, making it a versatile resource that can be used in various math lessons.

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One of the joys of teaching is exploring different themes with students, and I wanted the Math Bump game to reflect that diversity. Whether we’re diving into the depths of the ocean with a jellyfish theme or exploring the wonders of outer space with a solar system theme, the Math Bump game brings these themes to life in a fun and educational way.

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Each theme in the Math Bump game is carefully crafted to not only be visually appealing but also to enhance the learning experience. The game also includes themes like Earth Day, Reduce Reuse Recycle, and colors, which provide opportunities to discuss important topics and concepts in a fun and interactive way.

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Kindergarten Green Thumbs: Exploring Growing Things!

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Over the past two weeks, our classroom has been abuzz with excitement as we delved into the fascinating world of Growing Things and celebrated Earth Day. It’s been a joy to see the children’s curiosity and creativity flourish during this time.

Sensory Bin Fun:
We kicked off the first week with our sensory bins. Last week, we had colored popcorn for a science experiment, and this week, we repurposed the colored popcorn as a base for our flower-themed sensory bin. The children loved digging through the popcorn and pretending to plant flowers.

We had a beautiful growing things alphabet bump to play and explore with, matching the corresponding letters to the letters on the page. I love this activity as so many students gravitate towards it in spare moments during the day giving them some extra letter practice without them even knowing it.

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Color Mixing:
Due to a freezer mishap last week, we had some leftover colored ice cubes. Instead of letting them go to waste, we used them for a fun color mixing activity on Monday morning. The children were fascinated by how the colors blended together to create new ones.

Letter Z:
This week, we’re exploring the letter Z. We read the story “Hello Zebra” and talked about all the different ways we could color our zebras for our weekly drawing project. Some students chose to stick with traditional colors, while others got creative with wild and wacky color schemes.

Friday was a day filled with fun and learning as we celebrated Earth Day with a variety of engaging stations organized by our fantastic PAC parents. The children had a blast exploring and participating in the different activities, all centered around the theme of environmental awareness and conservation.

One of the highlights of the day was the obstacle course, where the children had the opportunity to navigate through various challenges that taught them about the importance of overcoming obstacles in our efforts to protect the Earth.

Another exciting station was the salmon talks, where the children learned about the life cycle of salmon and the importance of protecting their habitat. This hands-on experience helped deepen their understanding of the interconnectedness of all living things.

The bridge painting station allowed the children to express their creativity while also learning about the significance of bridges in connecting communities and preserving natural habitats.

The recycling games were not only fun but also educational, teaching the children about the importance of recycling and how it can help reduce waste and protect the environment.

Overall, the Earth Day stations were a huge success, thanks to the dedication and hard work of our PAC parents. It was a day filled with learning, laughter, and appreciation for the planet we call home.

Our second week was dedicated to all things related to growth and plants. We set up a sensory tub filled with various materials related to plants and growth, sparking the children’s interest and imagination. To reinforce our learning, we introduced the alphabet growing things bump game, which added an element of fun and learning to our activities.

“Foxy and Friends” continued to be a favorite among the children, providing them with opportunities for play and exploration.

The seeds provocation table was a hit, with plenty of books about plants and growing cycles to inspire our young minds.

On Monday, we kicked off the week by reading “My Friend Earth.” This beautiful story led to a meaningful discussion about how we can all contribute to taking care of our planet. To demonstrate their understanding, the children created scenes out of playdough, illustrating one way they could help the Earth.

One of the highlights of the week was our directed drawing of the Earth. The children followed a video tutorial, and the results were truly impressive. You can watch the video we followed [here](insert link). We also took a break from our usual routine and enjoyed a change of pace with a fun video.

The day ended on a heartwarming note as each student took a tree home to take home. It was a beautiful way to symbolize our commitment to caring for the Earth and watching it grow, much like the seeds we were learning about.

Despite some interruptions due to our class photo day on Tuesday, we continued our exploration of seeds. We read “The Tiny Seed,” a classic tale that captivated the children’s imagination and taught them about the life cycle of a plant. We finished this off with planting our very own seeds to see what we can grow.

The highlight of the week was creating greenhouses with bean seeds. The children were actively involved in brainstorming all the things their tiny seeds would need to grow, fostering a sense of responsibility and care.

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In our writing lessons with “Froggy,” we continued to emphasize the importance of adding a problem and solution to our imaginative stories. It’s been wonderful to see the children’s storytelling skills develop and evolve over the weeks.

We can’t learn about growing things without opening up the flower shop dramatic center. A fun way to explore plants and their uses and to expand our imaginations.

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We finished the week with a beautiful Earth Day craft. We used Q Tips to carefully dot paint the land areas in green and the oceans in blue. We then cut them out and glued them onto black paper, and added star sequins to finish them off!

As we wrap up our two weeks of Growing Things and Earth Day festivities, we’re filled with gratitude for the opportunity to learn and grow together. We look forward to seeing the seeds of knowledge we’ve planted continue to grow in the hearts and minds of our young learners.

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How I Transformed My Morning in Kindergarten: A Routine Makeover Story

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With many years of experience teaching across various grades and classrooms, I’ve experimented with countless morning routines. From jumping right into the day to starting with a calendar routine, morning paperwork, and morning tubs, I’ve tried it all. One routine that particularly stood out to me was using morning tubs with rotating numbers through the tables. While I loved this approach for a long time, in recent years, it has evolved into something even more magical.

A few years ago, during my ECE postgraduate diploma specializing in Kindergarten, I came across an article on the magic of learning and how it should be sparked from joy. This concept deeply resonated with me, inspiring me to bring more of that magic into my classroom. I was also drawn to the Reggio Emilia approach, which emphasizes the environment as the third teacher and the importance of intentional and purposeful learning environments.

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I wanted to incorporate more provocations and student interest-sparked learning opportunities into my classroom. I also believe in giving students choices whenever possible, as I think they should be the ones working the hardest. To simplify my routines, I began loading up my morning bins and keeping them organized and fresh every week, thus giving birth to my morning table routine.

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Each morning, at all of the tables in my classroom, I set out play-based materials such as LEGO, Playstix, Starflex, puzzles, Unifix cubes, and story cubes. Additionally, I set up learning experiences at extra tables in my classroom. While each table generally has a theme to simplify planning, there are no hard and fast rules. I typically include a sensory table, a science table, a math table, a language arts table, and alternate between a writing table and an art table, depending on the theme for the week.

One of my favorite changes to the routine is allowing students to wander from table to table, exploring and discovering what catches their interest. It’s incredibly heartwarming to hear their squeals of delight as they explore the room, making for a truly magical start to the day.

This transformation of my morning routine has not only made learning more joyful and engaging for my students but has also reinvigorated my passion for teaching. I believe that by creating a classroom environment that sparks joy and curiosity, we can instill a love for learning that lasts a lifetime.

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Colorful Creations: Exploring Rainbows Activities in Kindergarten!

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This week in Kindergarten was a colorful and vibrant celebration of rainbows! Our classroom was transformed into a rainbow wonderland, with rainbow activities and materials that sparkled with all the colors of the rainbow.

At the science table, we died popcorn to use in our sensory table next week. We had a great time watching the popcorn over the day to see if it changed color. The students had great time shaking it and exploring it, a great little way to incorporate some science learning into your day. Helpful hint: use lids that seal properly if you are giving students the freedom to look and explore with it.

The literacy table featured Rainbow Bump, a game that combined literacy skills with a rainbow theme. The math table also had Rainbow Bump, providing a fun and engaging way for the children to practice their alphabet skills while exploring the colors of the rainbow.

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One of the highlights of the week was planting the fairy garden with flowers. We are so excited to watch it grow over the coming weeks!

The sensory table was a big hit, filled with rainbow orb beads that shimmered and sparkled as the children played and explored. It was a wonderful sensory experience that engaged their senses and sparked their imagination.

We started the week with our usual introduction to the letter Q, brainstorming words that start with Q. This led to a fun and creative directed drawing of a quail for the letter q. The children showed great enthusiasm and creativity as they brought their quails to life on paper.

The week started with a “The world Made a Rainbow” read aloud. A great way to introduce the colors of the rainbow and to reinforce that rainstorms eventually come to an end.

Our rainbow week in Kindergarten continued to be a colorful and exciting adventure, filled with creativity and learning. We delved deeper into our Froggy books, exploring the elements of a story and learning about problems and resolutions.

We started to talk about how every story has a problem and a resolution, and we practiced putting a problem and resolution into our own stories. It was amazing to see the children’s creativity shine as they came up with their own storylines and solutions through story workshop.

On Wednesday, we had a blast making beautiful water color rainbows. This art activity was a fun exploration into different art mediums, and the children were thrilled to see the vibrant colors come to life on their paper. It was a great way to incorporate our rainbow theme into our art lesson and allow the children to express their creativity.

Throughout the week, the children continued to explore and play with all the rainbow-themed activities in our classroom. The color mixing station at the science table was a popular spot, as was the sensory table with its rainbow orb beads. The literacy and math tables with Rainbow Bump remained favorite activities, providing a fun and educational way for the children to practice their skills.

We also kicked off our Jump Rope for Heart this week with our first assembly and we are so excited to practice our skipping skills before our big event in May!

Overall, it was a week filled with creativity, learning, and fun. The children were fully engaged in all the activities and showed great enthusiasm for exploring the colors of the rainbow. I’m so proud of all their hard work and creativity, and I can’t wait to see what other adventures await us as we continue to explore and learn in Kindergarten!

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Leprechaun Magic: Kindergarten’s Inquiry Week Unveiling the Charms of Irish Folklore!

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Leprechaun week is here, and it’s one of my absolute favorite weeks of the year! After spending almost an entire year cleaning up behind our little explorers and reminding them to tidy up, there’s something incredibly satisfying about creating a mess that they’re genuinely excited to clean up.

We kicked off our Leprechaun week just like any other, with tables set up for inquiry and exploration. The sensory table was a treasure trove filled with shamrocks and golden coins, inviting the children to dig in and discover. The literacy table featured a Leprechaun-themed bump game, where students matched alphabet letters to corresponding pictures, enhancing their letter recognition skills in a fun and playful way.

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At the math table, we had a simple yet engaging game of Leprechaun bump set up. This game not only reinforced basic math skills but also added a touch of magic and whimsy to our learning environment.

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We started off our week with some exploration into the letter L for leprechaun. We also kicked off our day with the Heggerty Phonics program, which is always a hit with our little learners. I love how quick, easy, and engaging it is, with no prep required!

We got creative with playdough, shaping the letter L and getting our hands busy with sensory learning.

It was time for our weekly directed drawing, and this week, it was all about leprechauns! The children showed incredible independence and perseverance as they tackled this tricky drawing, and the results were beautiful.

We then enjoyed a fun read-aloud of “3 Ways to Trap a Leprechaun” and had a lively class discussion about whether leprechauns would visit our classroom and play tricks on us. We also worked on our weekly letter craft, creating a lamp for the letter L. The children did an amazing job with some tricky cutting, showing off their fine motor skills.

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The excitement reached a peak as our classroom had two surprise visitors overnight – little leprechauns! They left a mess of green footprints and empty toy bins, sparking excitement and laughter as we cleaned up. We read “How to Catch a Leprechaun” and then set to work designing our very own leprechaun traps using recycled materials. We headed outside for a fun playground circuit, and the day ended with creative building tasks and Forest Friday, although we swapped the forest for the playground due to tick sightings.

It was a week filled with creativity, learning, and fun, and I couldn’t be prouder of how our kindergarten stars embraced each activity with enthusiasm and curiosity. Until next time, keep shining bright!

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Celebrating 100’s Day week with Zero the Hero

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Welcome to our exciting 100’s Day Week in kindergarten, where we’ve been immersed in a world of numbers, letters, and creativity! This week, we’ve transformed our classroom into a vibrant and engaging space for exploration and play, all centered around our beloved character, Zero the Hero.

To kick off our week, we introduced the “Zero the Hero Collect the J” game, a fun and interactive way to reinforce number recognition and counting skills.

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Our students also had the opportunity to explore the 100-bead counting abacus, the 20’s rekenrek, and the ten-frame pop it, providing hands-on experiences with numbers up to 100.

For a twist, we incorporated the Zero the Hero alphabet bump game, using wooden alphabet letters to match to the letters—a delightful change that kept our students engaged and eager to learn.

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To challenge our budding mathematicians, we introduced the 30-sided dice and 10 frames up to the number 30, encouraging them to match numbers and deepen their understanding of numerical concepts.

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Our sensory table was transformed with numbers in different styles and laminated Zero the Hero figures, adding a tactile element to our learning environment.

In line with our focus on the letter J this week, we started with a captivating story, “100 Snowmen,” which sparked discussions about words that begin with the letter J. Our students then had a blast creating uppercase and lowercase J’s out of playdough, as well as crafting something that started with the letter J.

Even with Monday being a holiday (Family Day), we kept the excitement going by shifting our directed drawing activity to Tuesday, where we created adorable jellyfish artworks.

We wrapped up our first day with a engaging writing lesson. Building on our ongoing narrative writing practice, we read the charming story “When I Was Little” and invited our students to write their own stories about their early years. While the topic was suggested, students were encouraged to write about anything they liked, fostering a love for writing at this early age.

Wednesday was an extraordinary day in our kindergarten as we celebrated 100’s Day with a plethora of engaging activities that left us all smiling and learning together.

To start off the day, we embarked on a creative journey, crafting our very own 100’s Day crowns. Adorned with colorful decorations and the number 100 proudly displayed, these crowns were a symbol of our achievement and the perfect way to kick off our celebration.

Next, we delved into a special craft activity, creating monster 100’s day necklaces. These quirky and delightful necklaces were not only a fun way to explore numbers but also a fantastic keepsake of our memorable day.

One of the highlights of our celebration was the special 100-item show & tell. Each student had the opportunity to share their collection of 100 items, showcasing their creativity and counting skills. From buttons to LEGO bricks, the variety of items shared was truly impressive and showcased the unique interests of each child.

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We also had a great time participating in some fun STEM 100’s day challenges. We spent some time building towers To conclude our day, we teamed up with our big buddies for a special Zero the Hero math game. Using decade dice, we explored numbers up to 100 in a fun and interactive way. This collaboration with our big buddies added an element of camaraderie and teamwork to our celebration, making it even more memorable.

Despite our focus on 100’s Day, we made sure to include our regular activities. We dedicated some time to our J for jellyfish craft, where each child had the opportunity to personalize their jellyfish, reflecting the uniqueness of each individual in our classroom.

Finally, we continued with our narrative writing, reading the story “All the Places to Love.” This story inspired us to write our own special stories about a place that we love, highlighting the importance of expressing gratitude and love for the special people and places in our lives.


In conclusion, Zero the Hero has become a beloved character in our classroom, helping us celebrate the 100th day of school in exciting and educational ways. From math activities to creative crafts, Zero the Hero has inspired our students to think critically, problem-solve, and engage with numbers in a meaningful manner. As we wrap up our Hundreds Day Week festivities, we’re grateful for the fun and learning that Zero the Hero has brought to our classroom, and we look forward to continuing our learning journey together for the remainder of the year!

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Heartfelt Discoveries: Kindergarten’s Valentine’s Inquiry Week Journey!

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Introduction: As we stepped into another enchanting week of exploration in our kindergarten classroom, the air was filled with love, laughter, and the sweet anticipation of Valentine’s Day. Our thematic tables were adorned with vibrant hues of red and pink, setting the stage for a love-filled journey through the letter “V” for Valentine.

Math Mania: This week, our little learners delved into the world of numbers and strategic thinking with not one, but two captivating math tables. The first table featured the excitement of Valentine Bump, where the roll of a 10-sided dice added an extra twist to this classic game. Laughter echoed as students bumped their way through math problems, embracing the joy of learning through play.

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At the second math table, the “Keep the Hearts” game stole the spotlight. Bears in hand, our young mathematicians navigated through addition and subtraction challenges, strategically plotting their moves to avoid reaching the end of the game board. Learning math has never been this heartwarming!

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Alphabet Adventures: The alphabet matching table became a haven for letter exploration. With Valentine Bump taking a twist, the addition of alphabet stones added a tactile element to the learning journey. Students eagerly matched letters, reinforcing their understanding of the alphabet while immersed in the Valentine’s Day theme.

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Sensory Sensation: Our sensory table turned into a magical realm of exploration with dyed quinoa, stones, and the adorable presence of Valentine bears. The tactile experience of quinoa combined with the visual delight of stones and bears created an immersive sensory adventure. Little hands sifted through the quinoa, discovering the hidden treasures within, and each bear became a companion in their journey of sensory exploration.

Tuesday: Building Number Sense

We kicked off our Valentine’s Week by honing our number sense skills with an engaging game. In “Build 5 Blocks,” students had to build a tower of five blocks, hide it behind their back, break it, and show one half to their partner. The challenge? Their partner had to figure out how many blocks were hiding behind their back. It was a fun and interactive way to reinforce counting and understanding of basic mathematical concepts.

Wednesday: Open-Ended Play Projects

On Wednesday, we delved into the world of open-ended play projects, igniting creativity and problem-solving skills. Among the materials provided, the solo cups emerged as the unexpected stars of the day. Initially unsure of what to do with them, students soon discovered the thrill of building towers. Tower building challenges became the highlight of the day, with students showcasing impressive teamwork and strategic planning to construct taller and stronger towers.

Thursday: Crafting and Storytime

Thursday brought a special treat as we welcomed a guest teacher for crafting activities inspired by the story “Happy Valentine’s Day, Mouse.” The classroom buzzed with excitement as students expressed their creativity through various crafts, perfectly complementing the heartwarming tale. While we enjoyed our special crafting session, we eagerly anticipated the return of our regular teacher for the afternoon, bringing back the comforting routine of our Thursday activities.

Friday: V for Vase Craft and Dance Performance

As the week drew to a close, we embraced the spirit of Valentine’s Day with a delightful V for vase craft activity. Armed with colorful materials, students let their imaginations run wild as they created beautiful vases adorned with hearts and love-themed decorations. But the excitement didn’t end there – we had been diligently practicing our dance skills throughout the week, and it was time to showcase our talents in a special school performance. With enthusiasm and joy, we danced our hearts out, spreading love and happiness to all who watched.

In conclusion, our V for Valentine’s Week was filled with unforgettable experiences, from strengthening our academic skills to fostering creativity and teamwork. As we bid farewell to this special week, we carry with us the memories of laughter, friendship, and the joy of learning together. Here’s to many more adventures in the days to come!