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Kindergarten Cafe Podcast

Zeba McGibbon

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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!
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Kindergarten Learning

Kaitlyn McGoldrick

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Here you will be able to listen to a kindergarten teacher share about the features of fiction text and what story elements we look for. This is geared towards kindergarten students and to help them learn through the use of technology!
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Do you worry that you won’t be able to teach your kiddo how to read? Are you overwhelmed by curriculum choice wonder which one is best? Do you wish you had an EXACT routine to follow for your child’s daily phonics instruction? I am so excited you’re here! It’s time to check the boxes for phonics instruction on your daily homeschool reading schedule. You’ll will get pro tips for teaching phonics skills so that your child can become a confident reader AND leave you feeling successful at the en ...
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A podcast for little girls to not only find magic in the world, but also find the magic within themselves. Indigo Blu shares tales from her kindergarten class. Mrs. Jefferson is her favorite teacher because everything in her classroom is so magical. Magical pencils, magical water, and even magical rooms. Come along with Indigo Blu as she shares her amazing kindergarten classroom experience. This podcast is suitable for ages 4 to 7. New stories posted every week☺️
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Another big milestone is right around the corner: your little one’s first day of school. In just a short time, they’ll discover a brand-new world as they start kindergarten. In this special edition podcast, you’ll find everything you need to tackle this important new chapter with confidence. See also a list of resources to support you in this transition in episode 14. Happy listening!
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Keys to Kindergarten Readiness: Activities for Preschoolers, Worksheets, Learning Games, Learn How to Read, Developmental Milestones, Sight Words, Positive Parenting, Christian Mom, Life Skills

Shannon Ali, M.A., CCC-SLP Christian Certified Teacher & Certified Speech-Language Pathologist, Kindergarten Readiness Teacher

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Hey Mama! Welcome to Keys to Kindergarten Readiness I’m Shannon Ali. Daughter of the King, Wife, mom of 3 littles, teacher, speech-language pathologist, and kindergarten readiness expert! I remember what it felt like during the Covid lockdown in 2020, my husband was still working, and I was home by myself with our 3 year old, 1 year old, and a newborn baby girl all while still teaching school online. Needless to say, it was a crazy time, but I am thankful for God’s grace and lessons during t ...
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You are in for a treat today! You’ll meet Anokhi, a homeschool mom in the trenches of teaching her 6-year-old son to read. I know you can relate. I hope that today’s ‘Teach Your Child to Read: Simple Phonics Strategies’ coaching call will encourage you. Anokhi's Podcast: Solve for Mom FREE LIVE Teach Your Child to Read Phonics Masterclass! Monday, …
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What would it look like to give positive feedback without having to constantly feel like you are nagging? In this episode, I discuss the role of positive reinforcement in the classroom, and how specific praise highlights student successes. I share strategies for celebrating small improvements and fostering a supportive classroom culture. The episod…
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Phonics Made Simple: 7 Terms Every Kindergarten & Grade One Homeschool Mom Should Know! Phonemic awareness. Digraphs. Phonological awareness. Phoneme isolation. Phoneme substitution. CVC words. Graphemes. Trigraphs. Decoding. Encoding. If it sounds like I’m speaking another Language, I’ll bet you’re not alone! It's time to demystify phonics terms y…
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In this episode, I discuss the significance of fostering independent play in kindergarten classrooms, sharing strategies for a play-based learning environment. I differentiate between various play types—independent, purposeful, and child-led—and explain how each supports child development. I highlight the value of balance between independent and co…
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FREE LIVE Teach Your Child to Read Phonics Masterclass! Monday, March 10, 2025, 1 PM EST https://bit.ly/phonicsmasterclass Grade Two Homeschooler Struggling to Spell Longer Words? 3 Tips to Teach Decoding Beyond Letter Sounds Using Syllables! Are you exhausted running back to your child every time he asks, "How do I spell that?" It's time to transf…
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This episode explores effective management of math centers in kindergarten classrooms, and the importance of hands-on, playful environments for engaging early math instruction. I outline the ideal structure for a math block, which involves a mini-lesson followed by interactive activities that replace traditional worksheets. Practical tips for organ…
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FREE LIVE Teach Your Child to Read Phonics Masterclass! Monday, March 10, 2025, 1 PM EST https://bit.ly/phonicsmasterclass Grade One Child Can't Spell Words? 3 MUST-KNOW R-Controlled Vowel Sounds for Homeschool Reading! Are you teaching your child r-controlled vowels? Does your child spell 'horse' as 'hrs' and 'girl' as 'grl'? What's the missing pu…
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In this episode, I explore the key difference between math fluency and memorization, focusing on the vital role of number decomposition for young learners. I share insights on how breaking down numbers fosters flexibility in thinking and confidence in addition and subtraction. Practical strategies include hands-on activities and games that promote …
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FREE LIVE Teach Your Child to Read Phonics Masterclass! Monday, March 10, 2025, 1 PM EST https://bit.ly/phonicsmasterclass Frustrated When Your Child Still Struggles to Read? 7-STEP Checklist for Homeschool Moms! Wondering why your child still struggles to read? What else can you try? You’ve done your best and your other children can read without a…
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In this episode, I discuss essential number relationships and effective strategies for kindergarten teachers to support young learners in math. I explain the importance of number order, introduce engaging activities like the movement-based game "Pop," and explore the use of tangible objects for understanding more and less. I also outline a structur…
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FREE LIVE Teach Your Child to Read Phonics Masterclass! Monday, March 10, 2025, 1 PM EST https://bit.ly/phonicsmasterclass Wondering Which Curriculum is Best? 5 PRO TIPS for Choosing Your Kindergarten to Grade One Homeschool Reading Program Do you find yourself still googling homeschool reading curriculum or kindergarten reading programs? Hundreds …
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Finding support in Kindergarten is always a necessity. In this episode, I speak with a fellow kindergarten teacher about implementing a scripted math curriculum while addressing students' essential skill gaps. We discuss structuring classroom routines with engaging warm-ups and effective partner work, as well as the challenges of managing small gro…
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FREE LIVE Teach Your Child to Read Phonics Masterclass! Monday, March 10, 2025, 1 PM EST https://bit.ly/phonicsmasterclass Feel Like You’re Failing at Homeschool? 5 Phonics Routines to Check off Your Child’s Reading Block NOW! Do you ever feel like a failure when you can’t check off all the boxes on your homeschool list? These unchecked boxes are o…
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In this episode, I discuss strategies for supporting struggling students at home, explaining the importance of early communication with families to build a collaborative support system. I share practical tips for integrating fun learning activities into daily routines, emphasizing that even short, engaging practices can lead to significant improvem…
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FREE LIVE Teach Your Child to Read Phonics Masterclass! Monday, March 10, 2025, 1 PM EST https://bit.ly/phonicsmasterclass Must-Know Pre-Writing Skills for Kindergarten Homeschoolers! How do I know when my child is ready to write letters? Should I expect him to print letters to match phonemes and letter sounds in pre-K or the beginning of Kindergar…
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Teaching math in Kindergarten is no easy feat. You are beginning the foundation of all other math skills yet to come. In this episode, I explain essential math instruction for kindergarten teachers, focusing on building a solid "number sense" foundation. We explore four key areas: subitizing, number recognition and writing, one-to-one correspondenc…
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FREE LIVE Teach Your Child to Read Phonics Masterclass! Monday, March 10, 2025, 1 PM EST https://bit.ly/phonicsmasterclass Pre-Kindergarten Child Struggling to Print Alphabet Letters? 5 Ways to Strengthen Finger Grip! You want your child to begin printing letters, but notice his hand grip seems ‘loose’ or he has difficulty holding a pencil with eno…
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In this episode, I discuss the vital role of how morning meetings in kindergarten can foster a community and engagement. I introduce my Classroom Community Bundle, offering printable resources and activities to enhance these meetings. But the main focus is that I give you an outline of a week's worth of activities for morning meetings. The goal is …
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FREE LIVE Teach Your Child to Read Phonics Masterclass! Monday, March 10, 2025, 1 PM EST https://bit.ly/phonicsmasterclass Why is My Child Still Spelling Words With 'b' and 'd' Letter Reversals? Is it Dyslexia? Is your child confusing letters symbols when printing ‘b’ and ‘d’? How about when printing simple cvc words beginning or ending with ‘p’ an…
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That's Nonsense! How Will This Help My Kindergarten Child to Read? Did you know you can use make-believe words to teach your child to read? What? That sounds like nonsense! Well, actually, you’re right! Today, we will discuss how nonsense words can help your child to read! Stay tuned… Get on the Insiders' List! https://bit.ly/phonicsrulesforkidsins…
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How do we handle behaviors in the classroom? What do we do as teachers during an emotional outburst of a student? That’s what we discuss in this episode with behavior specialist Sara Yessenow. Sara transitioned from teacher to behavior specialist and developed her methods for creating individualized behavioral plans through observation and data col…
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What's All the Buzz About Decodable Texts for Kids Learning to Read? There is a hive of activity going on around decodable texts among book publishers for children in K-2. Don’t miss today’s episode as we discuss this must-have tool in your homeschool mamma reading teacher toolbelt. Get on the Insiders' List! https://bit.ly/phonicsrulesforkidsinsid…
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In this episode, we discuss enhancing winter playtime in the classroom with five creative setups. We explore a snow habitat activity for storytelling, sensory exploration with snow and ice, artistic expression using black paper and white crayons, loose parts play with snowflake materials, and reimagined dramatic play centers reflecting winter theme…
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Want Your Child to Read More Words? 3 Phonics Skills to Teach Today! (Part 3) Well, you can’t go wrong with the kind of substitutions we’re making today when it comes to teaching your child to read and spell even more words! Hang around for part 3 of our mini-series: phoneme substitutions! Get on the Insiders' List! https://bit.ly/phonicsrulesforki…
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How do we balance developmentally appropriate practices and the structured nature of elementary-focused curricula in early childhood education? That’s what this episode is about. There is a disconnect between the holistic approach of early childhood education and the more isolated curriculum areas typical of elementary education. I discuss practica…
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Want Your Child to Read More Words? 3 Phonics Skills to Teach Today! (Part 2) You’ve printed off alphabet letter worksheets for your child to complete, had your child attempt to read leveled reading books to you and wonder why he still struggles to blend sounds into words on the page! You’re not alone, homeschool mom! The good news is that blending…
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Want Your Child to Read More Words? 3 Phonics Skills to Teach Today! (Part 1) Are you wondering, “How can I teach my child to read more words?” Or, your child can read simple words she’s memorized and read over and over, but learning new words, no matter how simple, seems to be a struggle? Your child is progressing as a reader, but you think her ab…
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In this episode, I chat with my cousin Denyse, the illustrator of the Caring Critters series, about the impact of Felipe the Feeling Frog and our new character, Trixie the Thoughtful Turtle. We discuss fostering social-emotional skills like decision-making through positive language and reflect on the joy of children’s artistic responses to our work…
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Is Your Grade 1 or Grade 2 Child Struggling to Read? Teach Vowel Sounds in This Order! The 'Science of Reading' is not one book, but a collection of research about how children learn to read. The technical term for sound when it comes to literacy instruction is phoneme, so the technical term for sound awareness is phonemic awareness. Today, we will…
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In this episode, I speak with Stacy and Katie, the creators of Teacher Tricks Times Two, a resource platform for educators. We discuss the evolving challenges in kindergarten teaching post-pandemic, talking about the increase in extreme behaviors and the necessity of fostering a safe, nurturing classroom environment. Stacy shares her experiences as…
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5 Tips for Teaching Consonant Letter Sounds in Kindergarten Did you know there are different kinds of consonant sounds in the alphabet? What's the difference? Find out in this episode! Get on the Insiders' List! https://bit.ly/phonicsrulesforkidsinsiders Website: https://phonicsrulesforkids.com Get my PHONICS BUMP Game! https://www.teacherspayteach…
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In this episode, we explore effective strategies for supporting neurodivergent students in the classroom. I define neurodivergence and discuss the spectrum it covers, including conditions like autism and ADHD. Emphasizing tailored support, I provide practical strategies for educators to implement, such as creating calm learning environments, using …
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Teach Kindergarten to Grade 2? Read and Spell Words Using this Strategy! What is a word chain? A ‘word chain’ is a ‘chain’ of words linked together. In a chain each link is separate, but connected or linked together. A word chain is a chain of words that are similar, but one sound or phoneme in each word has changed from the previous word. For exam…
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Since this episode is released on Halloween, I invited two of my coworkers on the show to answer a question I asked my Instagram audience, “What scares a teacher in four words or less?” And my audience delivered. This episode turned out to be so much fun! Listen in to see what scares most teachers!! And have a few laughs along the way! Connect with…
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Teaching Your Kindergartener to Read? Stop Googling Random Alphabet Worksheets! Are you feeling disorganized in your homeschool reading block? Wondering if googling and printing random alphabet worksheets will be enough to teach your kindergartener to read? Should I have them trace letters or repeat words after me in a simple text? These methods ma…
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Solving problems on their own is a common struggle with kindergarteners. In this episode, I discuss teaching students essential problem-solving strategies, focusing on fostering independence. I categorize problems into small, medium, and big, guiding you on empowering students to manage minor issues on their own. Practical techniques include the “b…
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Increase Your Confidence in Teaching Your Child to Read. Beware of the 'Schwa' Sound! Have you heard of the ‘schwa’ sound? What is the ‘schwa’ sound? Have you been teaching your child phonemes and letter sounds, but letting this sneaky sound creep into your homeschool reading program? Don't let the sneaky schwa sound wreak havoc in your child's spe…
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Social Emotional Learning is so important in our schools today. In this episode, my guest, Sara, a dedicated first-grade teacher, helps us understand the essential role of social-emotional learning (SEL) in the classroom. We discuss the importance of building relationships at the start of the school year and creating a positive environment through …
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My Child Refuses to Read! 5 Ways to Engage Reluctant Readers Are you wondering how you can get your reluctant reader to read more text? Let’s check out 5 simple, yet creative ways you can add a breath of fresh air and spice up your child’s reading schedule. Get on the Insiders' List! https://bit.ly/phonicsrulesforkidsinsiders Website: https://phoni…
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In this episode, I address a question that I know a lot of teachers are struggling with. How to help students that are having big emotions, big reactions. How to help them in the moment. How to help them proactively. What to do about these big behaviors that are happening all over the country in our classrooms, especially ever since COVID. These be…
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Teach Your Child to Read with Sight Words for Homeschool Moms! What are sight words? Some curriculums call these ‘heart words’. How can sight words or heart words bridge the gap for your child as an early reader? Sight words can help struggling readers and help your child read with success! Get on the Insiders' List! https://bit.ly/phonicsrulesfork…
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Teaching letter names and sounds to your students can be tricky, so in this episode, I take you through my teaching methods for letter sounds, which is influenced by the phonics curriculum I use, Fundations. I share insights on the significance of phonological awareness as a foundation for early literacy and how it is important to integrate phonolo…
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Learn to Read with Only Five Vowel Sounds! Forming vowel sounds requires the shape and position of our tongue, lips and jaw. Our child will benefit when we not only teach him the short ‘a’ says, /a/, but teach him to make that sound. Your child will have fun using a mirror to watch his lips, tongue and jaw change position while making each of the 5…
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Teaching students to be effective learning partners is very important. Looking back on my experiences with a new math curriculum that focused on collaboration, I have some strategies that will help you when it comes to having your students work with partners. Things like "turn and talk" to enhance communication, color-coded partner systems for clar…
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If kids can read, why can't they spell? Have you ever thought, “My child can read text well enough, but why can’t he spell all the words he is able to read?” Is a child’s ability to read and decode words equal to a child’s ability to spell and encode words?” If my child can read a word, shouldn’t he be able to spell it? More in today's episode. Get…
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Dread being out due to the thought of making sub plans? In this episode, I give you effective sub plans that allow for a seamless transition for students and guest teachers. I share my approach to creating emergency sub plans with accessible templates and engaging activities for kindergarten. Key topics include detailed instructions, respectful lan…
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The Superpower of Blending Sounds to Decode Words for Kids Can your child blend single consonants and short vowels together to read simple CVC words? Have you taught them the phonics skills of decoding, which is blending sounds together to read words? Discover the superpower of blending sounds to decode words for early readers! Get on the Insiders'…
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Sometimes transition time can be a tricky time in Kindergarten. In this episode, I discuss effective strategies for managing transitions in the kindergarten classroom, aiming to transform chaos into calm. We cover the importance of clear, engaging directions and attention-getting phrases to ensure students are ready for change. In this episode I sh…
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Phonics Games to Reinforce Phonemic Awareness It's time to add some fun to keep engagement high during phonics lessons. Enter phonics BUMP! Have fun segmenting and blending skills to read simple words! See you inside the podcast as we explore the important role of phonics games as a powerful way to review your child’s newly learned phonics skills! …
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Here is to episode 50!!!! In this milestone 50th episode of the Kindergarten Cafe Podcast, I reflect on my journey into podcasting and how it has brought me closer to other educators. I revisit the concept of "kindergarten magic" from the very first episode which highlights those transformative moments that define the kindergarten experience. I sha…
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