The Kindergarten Connection

• Brain Breaks Bundle for Pre-K & Kindergarten September 9, 2026
  Looking for quick and easy ways to help your students move, reset, and refocus throughout the school year? This Brain Breaks Bundle for Pre-K & Kindergarten gives you monthly themed brain breaks, so you’ll always have a fun movement ready when your students need one! From back-to-school fun and fall favorites to winter, spring, and […]
• Songs for Smoother Classroom Transitions August 31, 2026
  In this episode, Alex builds on last week’s conversation about singing in the classroom with two more simple songs to support classroom management. This time, the focus is on transitions—helping students gather calmly, get ready to listen, and move on to what’s next without constant reminders. You’ll hear two easy songs you can start using […]
• Using Songs to Teach Classroom Routines August 24, 2026
  In this episode, Alex shares how simple songs can make classroom routines easier to teach and more fun to practice. You don’t have to be a great singer. Your students don’t care! What matters is using music to help young learners remember expectations, stay engaged, and move through the day more smoothly. Plus, Alex teaches […]
• Name Games & Songs for Back to School August 17, 2026
  In this episode, Alex shares some of her favorite name games, songs, and chants for Pre-K and Kindergarten. Name activities are a simple way to help students learn each other’s names while building classroom community and practicing early literacy and social skills. ✨ You’ll learn: How name games help build classroom community Fun ways to […]