The Kindergarten Connection

• Beating the Sunday Night Blues May 4, 2026
  In this episode, Alex talks about something many teachers know all too well — the Sunday Night Blues. That anxious feeling as the weekend winds down can make it hard to fully enjoy your time off. Alex shares simple, realistic ways to reduce Sunday stress so you can protect your weekend and head into Monday […]
• Walking in Line Without the Chaos April 27, 2026
  In this episode, Alex tackles a classroom challenge that sounds simple but rarely feels easy: walking in line. Getting young students from point A to point B can quickly become chaotic, especially during transitions and hallway travel. Alex shares practical ways to teach line expectations, reduce struggles, and make travel time calmer and more manageable. […]
• Caterpillar’s Huge Meal Spring Craft April 24, 2026
  Spring is a great time to pair classic read alouds with hands-on activities! If your students love The Very Hungry Caterpillar, this Caterpillar’s Huge Meal spring craft is a fun way to practice sequencing and retelling skills. Students revisit the foods from the story while creating a colorful project that works well for literacy centers, […]
• Struggling with Dismissal? Try These Simple Shifts April 20, 2026
  In this episode, Alex tackles one of the most chaotic parts of the school day — dismissal. Even with a plan in place, dismissal can feel rushed, stressful, and overwhelming. You’ll hear simple, practical strategies to help you create a smoother, calmer dismissal routine so you can end your day feeling more in control (and […]