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    Kindergarten Resources

    A comprehensive collection of resources organized by thematic units to support teaching and learning in the kindergarten classroom.

    Resources Organization

    Each unit includes a dedicated resources section with teaching materials, books and media, activity templates, and parent resources to support comprehensive implementation of the curriculum.

    Teaching Materials

    Lesson guides, printables, and assessment tools

    Books and Media

    Recommended literature and videos

    Activity Templates

    Frameworks for hands-on learning experiences

    Parent Resources

    Materials to extend learning at home

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    Storybooks

    literacy
    diversity
    identity

    Age-appropriate picture books that introduce and explore key concepts related to the unit theme. They help build vocabulary, comprehension, and curiosity while connecting real-world ideas to classroom discussions.

    Puppets

    dramatic play
    literacy

    Soft or hand-held puppets used in storytelling, social-emotional learning, and role-playing. Puppets support expressive language, build confidence, and help children explore different perspectives.

    Family Photos

    family
    discussion

    Photographs brought from home or provided by teachers to represent children's families. They foster a sense of identity, belonging, and open discussions about family diversity.

    Name Cards

    literacy
    identity

    Personalized cards with each student's name, used during literacy centers and group activities to support name recognition, early reading, and classroom routines.

    Art Materials

    art
    creativity

    Used in weather-themed crafts like making cloud collages or rain paintings. Encourages creativity and thematic expression.

    Mirrors

    self-awareness

    Small handheld or wall mirrors used for self-reflection activities, such as drawing self-portraits or observing facial expressions during emotional learning sessions.

    Dramatic Play Materials

    dramatic play
    social skills

    Props like toy kitchen sets, costumes, or household items that allow children to act out scenarios. Supports creativity, role-play, and social learning.

    Blocks and Construction Sets

    construction
    spatial awareness

    Wooden or plastic interlocking pieces used to build structures. Reinforces spatial awareness, problem-solving, and collaborative skills during themed projects.

    Music and Instruments

    music
    movement

    Classroom-friendly instruments (tambourines, shakers, drums) used to explore rhythm, celebrate cultural traditions, or enhance movement activities.

    Multicultural Dolls

    diversity
    social skills

    Diverse dolls representing various ethnic backgrounds to promote inclusion, respect, and cultural awareness during play and social activities.

    Visual Schedule

    organization
    routines

    A pictorial representation of the daily classroom routine. Helps young learners understand time, expectations, and transitions throughout the school day.

    Emotion Cards

    social-emotional
    discussion

    Visual prompts showing different facial expressions and feelings. Used in SEL lessons to help students identify, name, and talk about emotions.

    Charts and Posters

    visual aids

    Visual aids such as family trees, classroom rules, or unit-themed displays that reinforce key concepts and structure classroom learning.

    Digital Camera or Tablet

    technology
    documentation

    Used to document student learning, take pictures of activities, and display visual records to strengthen identity and recall of past learning.

    Books on Community Helpers

    literacy
    community

    Books that introduce children to occupations and roles within their community. Supports understanding of interdependence and civic awareness.