Kindergarten/ First Grade Classroom Must Haves

Kindergarten ClassroomsBy: Leanda Key

CentersCenters are important because Teaches students to be independent. Allow students to make decisions on their ownAllow the students to practice their fine motor skills

Centers ContinuedKindergarten classrooms usually contain some of the following learning centers:3Book CentersBook centers usually include different types of books.Different Themes Hard and Paperback booksDiversityMost of the time, in the center is also confortable furniture for the student to be able to relax and have personal time.

4Carpet TimeCarpet time is a time for students to get away from the desks for some time, but still learn. During carpet time some activities that can be done are:Go over the letter/number of the weekCalendarRead a storyNursery rhymes

5Word WallA word wall is a list of sight words that are used throughout Kindergarten reading.Help the prepare the students for first gradeThe words can be added to the wall according to the pace of the teacher

Word Wall ExamplesWord walls can be done different ways

They can be done using a magnetic whiteboard

They can even be posted on the wall with sticky tack

Behavior ChartsSometimes used in classrooms Monitor their own behaviorStudents need a visual to see how they are doingEx: Three color cards: Green, Yellow, Red Color Behavior ChartsHandy because students know at yellow they have an opportunity to change their behaviorRed they will have punishment

Classroom OrganizationImportant part on both the students and teacher. Some things to help would be:Cubbies for studentsBookshelvesCommunity Supply BinsOrganizes supplies the students share dailyLabels on everything in classroomLabel with pictures/words so students can help keep things organized

Cubby SpaceCubbies are individual places for the students to be able to place their items such as:BackpacksLunch boxExtra clothesShow and tell items

11Referenceshttp://www.mrsmcdowell.com/centers.htm http://www.ehow.com/info_8165024_classroom-center-ideas-kindergarten.html http://www.calicocookie.com/wordwall.html