Kindergarten readiness is the term used to describe whether or not a child is prepared to start learning in a formal setting. A child’s physical, social, and cognitive abilities are a few of the factors that can help to determine if a child is ready to begin kindergarten. Evaluating these elements as a group,…
5 Must-Have Books for Your Kindergarten Library
Going to the library was one of my favorite things to do in elementary school. The room seemed enormous and the stacks upon stacks of undiscovered stories and information captured my imagination. It was my favorite special of the week and even to this day the library gives me the same feeling of excitement. …
Easing Test Taking Anxiety in the Elementary Grades
For the youngest test-takers, anxiety about the unknown can be overwhelming. In fact, test anxiety can start as early as Kindergarten! Thankfully, some Really Good Teachers are filled with ideas to ease the minds of the youngest students.