The Kindergarten Connection

• Episode 15: Go Slow to Go Fast – Encouraging Independence in Pre-K & Kindergarten August 25, 2025
  It’s tempting to rush through routines in those first weeks. Especially when you could just tie the shoes, open the snack, or fix the problem yourself. But real classroom calm comes when we go slow first and build student independence from the ground up. In this episode, Alex shares how to create confident, capable learners by modeling […]
• Episode 14: Should We Let Things Go More in the First Days of School? August 18, 2025
  In those first few days of school, we want students to feel safe, excited, and connected. Sometimes that leads us to wonder… Should I let some things slide while they adjust? In this episode, Alex gently but clearly explains why the answer is no, and how setting expectations early (in a kind, consistent way) is one of the […]
• Episode 13: Tested Teacher Tips for the First Day of School August 11, 2025
  Whether it’s your first first day or your tenth, that back-to-school butterfly feeling never fully goes away. And that’s okay!  The first day of school sets the tone. With a few simple, tested tips, you can make it smooth, calm, and connection-filled. In this episode, Alex shares five tried-and-true strategies to help you feel more […]
• The Little Red Hen Fairy Tale Activities for Pre-K & Kindergarten August 7, 2025
  If you’re looking for a playful, cross-curricular way to teach literacy, math, science, and more, we’ve got you covered! This pack of The Little Red Hen Activities has everything you need. Designed with developmentally appropriate skills in mind, this resource helps Pre-K and Kindergarten learners explore key concepts while engaging with this classic fairy tale. […]