The Kindergarten Toolbox
The Kindergarten Toolbox
Amy Murray
25. What to Teach During the First Week of Kindergarten (And What Can Wait)
14 minutes Posted Jun 24, 2026 at 4:00 am.
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If you're planning for the first week of kindergarten and feeling overwhelmed by everything you need to teach, this episode is for you. One of the biggest mistakes kindergarten teachers make is trying to jump straight into academics before teaching students how to be students. Before children can successfully learn letters, numbers, and all the other skills on your curriculum map, they need to learn how to walk in line, use classroom materials, follow routines, and understand expectations. In...