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Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten
Are you an overworked or overwhelmed kindergarten teacher? Or maybe you're just a kindergarten teacher looking for fresh, new ideas. You are in the right place. The Kindergarten Cafe podcast will share weekly tips and tricks to help you save time, work smarter (not harder) and support students with engaging and purposeful lessons. I'm here to help you with everything you need from arrival to dismissal. Let's get started!
Episodes
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten38. Bringing Cooperation Into the Classroom with Cara from Transforming the Toddler Years
In today’s episode, I have Cara from @core4parenting here to discuss the importance of the four C's in managing conflicts in the classroom and nurturing…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten37. Misconceptions of Early Childhood Educators
Today I want to talk about the misconceptions that people have about early childhood educators and kindergarten teachers. Specifically my biggest pet peeves…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten36. Easy Tips for Keeping Kids Engaged in Lessons with Lindsay from Sweet 'N' Sauer Firsties
In this episode, I chat with my Instagram friend, Lindsay from Sweet ‘N’ Sauer Firsties about strategies for enhancing student participation. Lindsay is a…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten35. 10 Movement Breaks for the End of the Year
We have come to that time of year where attention spans are few and far between. Curriculum is wrapping up and we find extra time in our day with highly…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten34. Easy Engagement Strategies
In this episode of Kindergarten Cafe, I share effective strategies for maintaining student engagement during lessons, particularly as the school year…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten33. Creating a Child - Centered Classroom with Holly from Research and Play
In this episode, I have my teacher friend, Holly, from Research and Play on the Kindergarten Cafe Podcast. We explore the significance of purposeful classroom…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten32. Stress-Free End of the Year Tips
Join me in this episode for strategies on ending the school year stress-free. Keep students engaged with choices and themed days. I also provide many tips to…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten31. Strategies for Teaching English Learners
In this episode of the Kindergarten Cafe podcast, we explore the topic of supporting multilingual learners in the classroom. We highlight the importance of…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten30. Earth Day Magic in Kindergarten
In this episode of Kindergarten Cafe, I discuss the significance of Earth Day. I share how I incorporate Earth Day activities into my classroom to teach…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten29. Loving Teaching While Using New Curriculum with Mona from Honest Math Chat
This week I have Mona from Honest Math Chat on to discuss navigating new math curriculums. Mona is a former math avoider, teacher & instructional coach in…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten28. The Chick Life Cycle Unit is Pure Kindergarten Magic
Join us in this episode of the Kindergarten Cafe podcast, where we dive into the enchanting world of the Chick Life Cycle Unit, a magical experience for…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten27. Child-Led Play and Learning with Melysa from PRE-K Spot Talks
In this episode, I chat with Melysa, a Pre-K teacher, discussing the essence of child-led teaching. Melissa shares insights on balancing play and curriculum…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten26. What to Do When a Child Cries All the Time
This episode is a sneak peek at a workshop I did on what to do when a child cries all the time. We explore effective strategies for supporting children who cry…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten25. How to Teach Addition in Kindergarten
In this episode of the Kindergarten Cafe podcast, I go into the foundational aspects of teaching addition to kindergarteners. Emphasizing the progression from…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten24. Using Writing Goals to Empower Young Writers
Today on the Kindergarten Cafe podcast, I explore the benefits of implementing writing goals to support young writers in kindergarten. Writing goals are…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten23. The Power of Dramatic Play in the Classroom
In this episode of the Kindergarten Cafe Podcast, we discuss the importance of having a dramatic play center in the classroom. Dramatic play allows children to…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten22. Self-Regulation and Impulse Control in Kids
In this episode, we discuss teaching students self-regulation and impulse control strategies. We emphasize the importance of helping students recognize their…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten21. Kindergarten Water Adventures
In this episode, I share ways to teach students about water through engaging activities. From the changing states of water, to conducting fun experiments on…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten20. Teaching Students to Persevere
In this episode of the Kindergarten Cafe Podcast, we discuss teaching persistence to students by embracing challenges and reframing mistakes as opportunities…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten19. Easy Block Area Ideas
Do you have a block area? I think classrooms are slowly getting rid of them because they need space for more academics, or they don't have time for play, but I…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten18. Math Intervention for Kindergarten
Today I would love to talk to you about how to work smarter, not harder, when it comes to math intervention with our kindergarten students. This would also be…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten17. Celebrating 100 Days of Learning
In this episode of the Kindergarten Cafe Podcast, we explore the excitement of the 100th day of school. We discuss traditions, advocate for a growth mindset…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten16. How to Best Manage Centers as a Classroom Teacher: Part 2 of A Conversation With a First Year Teacher
This is part 2 of a conversation I had back in November with a first year kindergarten teacher during one of my coaching sessions. During this part of the…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten15. Working Smarter, Not Harder in Kindergarten: A Conversation with a First Year Teacher
Back in November I had the pleasure of meeting with a first year kindergarten teacher, during one of my coaching sessions. Because I get so many questions…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten14. Post-Winter Break Expectations Reset
In this episode, we discuss the importance of refreshing expectations after the winter break. As teachers, we shouldn't assume that everything will be fine…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten13. Exploring Number Relationships: Creative Activities for Kindergarten Math
In this episode of the Kindergarten Cafe podcast, we dive into the topic of understanding number relationships in math. It is crucial for students to grasp…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten12. The Magic of Teaching in December with Gingerbread and Winter Holidays
In this episode, we explore the magic of December in the classroom. We highlight the importance of inclusive learning about winter holidays, focusing on the…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten11. Empowering Educators with Effective Student Progress Tracking
Hey teacher friends, today we are talking about tracking student progress. This is a question that comes up a lot for teachers about the best ways to track…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten10. Kindergarten Shape Adventures: Engaging Hands-On Learning
Hey teacher friends! In today's episode we are talking all about teaching shapes, specifically 2D shapes with students early on in the year. This is one of the…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten9. Kindergarten Life Cycle Activities: Unlocking the Magic from Frogs to Flowers
In this episode of Kindergarten Cafe, we delve into the captivating world of life cycles in the kindergarten classroom. Life cycles are a fundamental aspect of…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten8. Exploring Counting Math Centers in Kindergarten Classrooms
In this episode we are talking all about one of the really foundational math skills that kids learn in kindergarten, which is counting. Some kids who come to…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten7. Supporting Striving Writers
Today we are talking about how to support our beginning writers in kindergarten. Writing is the hardest time of day for many of our students, and that…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten6. Introducing Felipe the Feeling Frog
I am thrilled to share some exciting news with all of you today on the Kindergarten Cafe Podcast. After years of hard work, I am proud to announce that I have…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten5. Supporting Kids Who Fight at Recess
Hey there, teacher friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Kindergarten Cafe Podcast. Today, we're tackling a common issue that many of us face…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten4. Embracing Fall and Fostering Observation Skills in Kids
In this episode, we explore using fall as a teaching tool in the classroom. Sharpening observational skills, we encourage students to observe fall objects…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten3. Tips for Difficult Parent-Teacher Conversations
Today we dive into the topic that can make any teacher feel a bit uneasy – those challenging conversations we have with parents. This episode explores both the…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten2. Getting Ready for Parent-Teacher Conferences
With October in full swing, today's episode dives into the topic of parent-teacher conferences and how to make the most of them. I want to share my personal…
Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten1. What makes kindergarten magical?
In this episode of The Kindergarten Cafe Podcast, join me, Zeba McGibbon, as I dive into the magic of kindergarten. Drawing from my 10 years of teaching…
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Trailer: Welcome to The Kindergarten Cafe Podcast
Welcome to The Kindergarten Cafe Podcast with Zeba McGibbon! Are you an overworked or overwhelmed kindergarten teacher? Or maybe you're just a kindergarten…