Month: March 2025

Teaching French to Kindergarten students can feel intimidating, especially if you’re not fluent in the language. But it doesn’t have to be! The key to making French learning enjoyable and effective for young kids is keeping it simple and fun. In this post, I’ll share some of my favorite strategies for making French feel natural in your classroom, no matter your level of French proficiency. Focus on Movement and Play Young learners are wired to learn best when they’re active. That’s why I’ve designed many of my activities to incorporate movement, play, and hands-on learning. When you can get students moving—whether it’s sorting flashcards, jumping around to match words, or doing a scavenger hunt—French starts to feel like second nature. It’s all about getting them engaged in a way that feels fun, not forced. Engage with Simple, Ready-to-Use Resources You don’t need to be fluent in French to help your…

Kindergarten classrooms can easily become overwhelming, especially when there’s a constant pull to have the most colorrful, elaborate, and “perfect” materials. But the truth is—simplicity is key. By focusing on low-prep, easy-to-use resources, we can help our students thrive without making things complicated. Here’s why keeping it simple makes a huge difference for both you and your students. Why Simple = Better (For Both Teachers & Students) The simpler your materials are, the more accessible and engaging they become. When resources are easy to use, there’s less prep, less stress, and more time spent actually teaching and interacting with students. For students, simple materials mean they can jump in and get started without confusion or frustration. It also allows for more hands-on learning and gives them the space to be creative and problem-solve on their own. When I first started teaching, I thought I needed to have the flashiest activities…

Teaching Kindergarten is all about laying the groundwork for success. While literacy and math often take the spotlight, fine motor skills are just as crucial in helping our students grow. These skills support writing, scissor skills, and independence—everything from forming letters to mastering self-care tasks. Here’s why fine motor development should be at the top of your priority list. Why Fine Motor Skills Matter Fine motor skills aren’t just about holding a pencil or cutting with scissors—they’re the foundation for a child’s independence and confidence. As students refine these skills, they become more capable of managing everyday tasks, both in and out of the classroom. The more control they develop with their hands and fingers, the easier it becomes to write neatly, cut accurately, and even button their own coat. Simple Ways to Build Fine Motor Skills Daily You don’t need a lot of fancy tools to help your students…

Teaching in a bilingual classroom is such a rewarding experience, but it also comes with its own unique challenges. When I first started, I quickly realized that what worked in an English classroom didn’t always translate (literally and figuratively) into French. There was a lot of trial and error, a lot of adapting, and honestly—a lot of creating my own resources! Looking back, here are five things I wish I had known before stepping into a bilingual classroom. Not Every Resource Works in Both Languages I learned this one fast. Some activities that are perfect in English just don’t work the same way in French, especially when it comes to phonics, sentence structure, or word patterns. Many “print and go” resources are designed with English learners in mind, which can make things tricky when teaching French Immersion. That’s why I started creating my own resources—ones that work seamlessly in both…