Tag Archives: Kindergarten

Circle Time Can Be Hazardous to Your Child’s Health

Posted on May 25, 2010 by Jo

  I am sitting with my students a la Criss-Cross-Applesauce on the rug, trying to explain the difference between living and non-living things: “Living things need air, food and water, and non-living things do not” I tell them. “Now let’s … Continue reading →

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Share Day No No’s

Posted on May 21, 2010 by Jo

Share Day; a day when kindergartners around the country are given the opportunity to bring in that special toy, book, or photo and share its special meaning with their classmates. Back when I was a kid, it was standard to … Continue reading →

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Teacher Appreciation Week

Posted on May 19, 2010 by Jo

  Dear Mrs. Smith: I wanted to take this time to thank you for the lovely hand picked flower that your daughter brought in to me the other day in honor of Teacher Appreciation Week.  That was so thoughtful of … Continue reading →

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I Know Things

Posted on May 16, 2010 by Jo

  Kindergarten. You’ve all (most likely) been there. I bet, if you try really hard, you can still remember certain details of that crucial time in your life: *The first playground friend you made after discovering your mutual love of … Continue reading →

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