The Kindergarten Connection

• Episode 29: #1 Tip for Teaching in December December 1, 2025
  December can feel like a whirlwind in Pre-K and Kindergarten classrooms. Between excitement, routines going off track, and a jam-packed calendar, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. In this short but powerful episode, Alex shares her number one tip for staying grounded, connected, and calm during the busiest month of the year. It’s all about working […]
• Episode 28: Slow Down & Celebrate: A Self-Care Pep Talk for Teachers November 24, 2025
  In this short and sweet pep talk, Alex is giving YOU the permission slip you didn’t know you needed: to slow down, take a breath, and let go of the constant pressure to “get it all done.” Whether you’re heading into a break or just wrapping up a chaotic week, this episode is your friendly […]
• Episode 27: How to Calm Down After Transitions November 17, 2025
  Transitions can be tricky, especially in early childhood classrooms where students are moving from high-energy play to more focused learning activities. If you’ve ever felt like your classroom goes from calm to chaos (and back again!) in the blink of an eye, you’re not alone.  In this episode, we’re talking all about how to help […]
• Classroom Routines Checklists for Pre-K & Kindergarten November 14, 2025
  If you ever feel like your day never quite runs smoothly — students wandering during transitions, repeating the same directions, or managing constant interruptions, you are not alone. Strong routines are the key to a calm classroom. These Classroom Routines Checklists for Pre-K & Kindergarten were created to help you teach expectations clearly, build consistency, […]