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Classroom management for kindergarten is kinda my jam…as in – I LOVE IT. I mean, the phrase “classroom management” doesn’t sound too thrilling, and quite honestly, it probably sounds like something you’d want to put at the bottom of a to-do list. By name alone, it would seem to fit nicely alongside “clean your closets,” […]

Classroom Management for Kindergarten: 5 Tips That Will Make Your Year Great!

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Whats a desk pet shop? You may be saying to yourself, “Not only am I wondering what’s a desk pet SHOP – but just WHAT is a DESK PET?” Aha. Good question. If you aren’t sure what a desk pet is…check out this post first! Now, let’s say that you DO know what a desk […]

Whats A Desk Pet Shop? 10 Top Picks From My Kindergarteners

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I think I might invest in a GoPro camera I can constantly wear every day in kindergarten. Yes, of course, it would be stylish. 😉 But besides that, it’s the only way I could catch all of the brilliantly creative things my kids say about their desk pets. However, until that purchase is made, these […]

10 Desk Pet Free Printables: Make an “All About My Desk Pet” Booklet

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Can Easter eggs free printables really turn kindergarten chaos into some classroom calm? You betcha. Do your kids have spring fever? Yep. Mine too. And, to be fair…I think I may have it worse than my kindergarteners! During this last stretch of the year, I like to pump up the volume on some unexpected fun […]

How Can Easter Eggs Free Printables Turn Kindergarten Chaos Into Classroom Calm?

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Teaching responsibility for students might seem like a task that’s too big to tackle – especially if they are in kindergarten. I mean, isn’t it just SO much easier and quicker to do things FOR them? Eh…in some cases, sure. However, teaching responsibility to five-year-olds is not only important for their development, but it can […]

How Teaching Responsibility For Students Can Actually Make Their Dreams Come True!

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Teaching responsibility to five-year-olds can sometimes feel like a daunting task. It’s hard to explain to a new kindergartener WHY they are in charge of carrying their backpack, getting out their folder, and zipping up their own pants. (Yes. This is a thing.) It’s hard for them to start FULL school days, which rip away […]

How Teaching Responsibility in Kindergarten is a Cinch with Desk Pets

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What’s a desk pet?  Glad you asked!  When I first stumbled across this idea on @hillarysteachingadventures Instagram account, I immediately fell in love! I always enjoy finding new ways to up my classroom management game, and I knew my kids would be hooked instantly.  BUT….Hillary taught 4th grade.  I teach kindergarten.  HOW could I make […]

What Is a Desk Pet? How Are These Adorable Little Things Successful?

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