Tips and Tricks.....

Here's my #1 tip to teachers: Smile and enjoy the day! It goes so quickly.

#2 Overplan! I always do and it makes me feel more confident. You can always do the rest tomorrow.

#3 Remember to let the kids put some original work up on that first day. It makes this room their own room. they buy into their new community.
(first picture shows empty bulletin board)

#4 Remember that it is so important to know how they go home! This is Kindergarten, they are so scared they barely remember their name. Don't let a parent escape without filling out that slip of paper.

#5 Remember to celebrate! The first day is over and you made them feel like they want to come back tomorrow! Success!