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I will give you some advice on simple ways to remember jokes. These are some things I have done all my life and I have always been able to remember and tell good jokes.
The new million dollar question in education has become: "Is my child ready for kindergarten?" As a kindergarten teacher since 1996, I would like to share some thoughts on when a child is...
I'll never forget one Back-to-School Night at my elementary school where I taught sixth grade. Juan, an underachiever failing every subject, entered the classroom with his mother. Mrs. Ramirez...
"Never let them see you sweat" is the single best piece of advice I can offer the parents of an incoming Kindergartner. If a child sees you stressing about it, they will stress about it. Allow me...
Our school decided to create a school cookbook. We researched several sources and finally picked a publisher. The link is below but there are others to choose from. Once we were ready, we setup a...
It's almost that time of year again, when our children return to school. For some, it's their first year. Kindergarten can be a very special time for both parents and child if handled correctly....
The Creative Curriculum is the method used by Head Start as well as many other preschools. How can you implement the same strategies at home?
The summer has finally come but with this also comes the countdown for the new school year. If this will be your child's first year in Kindergarten, here are some steps to take to be sure they...
This article was written to help you home school your child in kindergarten. You don't have to be rich to home school, but you do have to be patient.
Everyone remembers back to their first day of kindergarten. For many children it is a very tough day, but for others it is a very enjoyable one. As parents what kind of things can you do to ensure...
Having trouble out of your kindergarten class? Can't seem to keep their attention? This is normal and it is normal for them all to behave irrationally. They are inquisitive, outgoing and at...
Is your child ready for Kindergarten? Have you asked yourself; have I done enough Kindergarten preparation and Preschool curriculum to educationally prepare my child to start school? If you think...
Your child is of age and ready for kindergarten. Help prepare her for what's coming. Whether she has been home with you the entire time or even at preschool, kindergarten is a big change. It's...
Preschoolers can be underestimated when it comes to reading. They are not too young to teach them how to read, especially when they are 4 and getting ready to enter Kindergarten. This article...
There comes a time when we have to let go and allow our children to venture out into the world without us. Making the choice to send our little ones to preschool isn't easy, but with the proper...
Finding a great kindergarten program for your young person doesn't have to be stressful. Take notice of these pointers as you search and you'll be on your way
Children are often hesitant to learn from their parents. This article will list a few tips for getting your child ready for kindergarten reading.
The registration application period for Kindergarten enrollment in New York City Public Schools has begun. Here is what you need to know and how to be prepared for the registration process.
My youngest son is now in Kindergarten and it is exciting to see him learn new things. One thing that we are practicing now is his handwriting and how to write his name. Please learn how to easily...
It is always this way , the first day of kindergarten is an exciting and frightening day for children as well as for parents Let us explore the steps that will make this day smoother
More and more parents these days are deciding to hold their children back a year from starting kindergarten, also called "red shirting". The main reason why parents "red...
Remember when kids went to Kindergarten to color? Those days are in the past and many school districts want entering 5-year-olds to already have skills, like knowing their A, B, C's. If the...
I began teaching kindergarten in 1995, so I got to see my first group of kindergartners become seniors in high school. I held a class reunion for my former students their senior year. Follow these...
It is time for your child to start kindergarten. This time can be bitter sweet you child is excited, but you are sad to see him/her growing up. There are a few simple things you can do to...
Choosing a preschool is an important decision that can be both exciting and nerve-racking for parents. This article will provide you with some tips and things to look for to make selecting a...
Starting Kindergarten can be both exciting and a bit scary. Here are some tips for making a smooth transition to Kindergarten.
Kindergarten students come in all shapes and sizes. Don't worry if your child doesn't know all of their letters or numbers going in to the start of the year. What matters is that you know how to...
It seems sort of juvenile to actually ask someone to be kind, almost as if you were in kindergarten. However, it is very sad but kindergarten is where most people stopped listening. Where is the...
For young children who have only had older siblings or siblings of one sex to play and interact with, or who are an only child, socializing and interacting with others in a class room setting can...
Some parents make the mistake of assuming that their child will learn their abc's and 123's in Kindergarten, thinking they don't have to teach them anything before entering school. The truth is, a...
Parents should start teaching their toddlers preschool curriculum at a young age, as it's very important for their Kindergarten preparation. However; it's very important to teach toddler preschool...
While I have been a public school teacher for ten years I completely respect the right and choice of a parent to home-school a child. There's some debate in the home-school arena whether an...
High school and college graduation garner all the attention, but kindergarten is usually the first significant educational accomplishment for a child. Finishing the first full year in a classroom...
I have been teaching Kindergarten since 1996 and my "Star Wars" thematic unit is my absolute favorite. While the other classes at my school are studying fairy tales, we are studying "Star Wars."...
Many children are anxious about going to kindergarten for the first time. These easy steps will help prepare you and your little one for that exciting day.
Researchers do not know precisely what causes dyslexia so it is impossible to completely prevent it. However, early diagnosis and targeted treatment can help a great deal. All children in the...
Many students today are starting to learn Spanish in kindergarten. Spanish is a fun subject to learn, but it is also a very important subject to learn, as the Latino population in the United...
Do you love working with young children and enjoy teaching them how to do new things. If so you may want to become a kindergarten teacher. Here are step by step directions on how to become a...
Lively games to teach reading are a fantastic way to skip the boring drudgery of staring at words and trying to decode them. One of the worst things a parent can do is to destroy a child's love...
Your child is headed for Kindergarten in the Fall. Should you let him or her ride the bus, or will you drive them? There are many variables to think about, some that you may not have thought of...
Years ago school started at 1st grade for children 6 years old and up. Then kindergarten was developed to get kids ready for 1st grade, then preschool was developed to get kids ready for...
If you have a boy under the age of nine, who just does not seem to be mature enough for school, don't worry, he is not the only one. Many boys simple are not ready for preschool, kindergarten and...
Do you wonder if you will survive? It is a major life changing event when your child starts kindergarten, but millions of parents make it through the heart wrenching first day of school.
Is my child ready for kindergarten? Preparing your preschool child for kindergarten can be simple with these kindergarten activities. Teaching these activities to your child, prepares your child...
Kindergarten means "child's garden" in German. Select games that nurture the developing senses - sight, smell, taste, hearing and touch - of 4- to 6-year-olds.
It's commencement time, and whether "Pomp and Circumstance" will play for your favorite scholar at kindergarten, graduate school or some stage in between, a carefully chosen gift will help you...
Choosing a preschool program for your child can be stressful. I have been teaching kindergarten for ten years and I know what makes for a good preschool environment. As a parent I have sent both...
The first day of kindergarten can be pretty stressful, especially for parents. But with a little early prep and some positive and upbeat conversations with your child, the first day of school will...
Whether through formal preschool or other activities, preparing your child for kindergarten is vital to ensuring success. By introducing concepts and social skills long before the first day,...
Today, children enter Kindergarten already knowing the skills that children a few generations ago expected to learn in Kindergarten. If your child doesn't attend preschool, you will need to be...