Classroom Community Teacher Manuals (by date, oldest first)

Calling all kindergarten teachers in Ontario! Meet-the-Teacher and back-to-school season is right around the corner. Look no further to create an extraordinary classroom community. This editable document, adorned with a stunning boho theme, is the perfect resource, packed with everything you need to meet the Ontario curriculum standards.

Why Buy This Product? From the very first slide, you'll captivate students and parents with a warm and inviting welcome. Introduce yourself in style and showcase the invaluable partnerships between parents, the community, and your classroom. Engage parents with practical resources like the "Preparing for Kindergarten Guide" and the "Full-day Kindergarten Guide" that covers what to pack and more.

What’s Included:

• Welcome to Kindergarten: Start the year with a warm welcome.
• Meet Your Teacher: Introduce yourself and set the tone.
• Classroom Partnerships: Highlight collaborations with parents and the community.
• Parent Engagement: Provide essential resources to involve parents.
• Preparing for Kindergarten Guide: Help parents get ready.
• Full-day Kindergarten Guide + What to Pack: Practical tips for the school day.
• Extra Parental Resources: Additional materials for parental support.
• Editable Daily Schedule: Keep everyone informed with a customizable schedule.
• Visible Play Importance: Emphasize play in early childhood education.
• Classroom Learning Centers: Detailed slides on learning centers.
• The Daily Five for Literacy: Implement effective literacy strategies.
• Numeracy Assessment: Assess numeracy skills effectively.
• Intentional Teaching and Integration: Incorporate intentional teaching methods.
• Types of Formal Assessments: Understand different assessment types.
• Seven Principles of Assessment: Cover key assessment principles.

Why You Need It: This slide deck goes above and beyond by providing extra resources that support parental involvement, an editable daily schedule to keep everyone informed, and a focus on the importance of visible play in early childhood education. You'll have dedicated slides for classroom learning centers, implementing "The Daily Five" for literacy, numeracy assessment strategies, intentional teaching and integration, and understanding the different types of formal assessments.

With this slide deck, you'll have the power to create an immersive and engaging learning environment that meets all the requirements of the Ontario curriculum. It's an invaluable resource for any kindergarten teacher looking to excel in their teaching journey. Don't miss out on this outstanding opportunity to elevate your classroom to new heights!

Foster meaningful connections and active listening in your classroom with this "Connection Circle" activity. Perfect for high school and middle school students, especially meant for close knit groups (band, choir, orchestra, cheer, pom, athletics, etc.) this resource includes 48 thoughtfully crafted questions designed to help students get to know each other better and practice respectful communication.

Product Includes:

• 48 Diverse Questions: Covering serious, light-hearted, and reflective topics.
• Pre-Activity Discussion Questions: To set the stage for effective communication and understanding.
• Post-Activity Discussion Questions: To reflect on the experience and deepen insights.
• Clear Instructions: For setting up and facilitating the activity, including tips for managing group dynamics. The instructions walk you through every step making your job much easier!

This activity is always a huge hit with groups. Although it sounds simple, it is incredibly effective in fostering a supportive and connected classroom environment. Use it at the beginning of the school year, during retreats, or as a team-building exercise to create a positive atmosphere where students feel valued and heard.

Key Features:

• Engages students in both serious and fun discussions
• Encourages active listening and respectful communication
• Easy to implement with comprehensive instructions

Make every conversation count and create a welcoming classroom environment with this engaging and interactive activity!