Teaching Kindergarten requires structure. A typical day will include creativity, sharing knowledge and exploration. All of this is bound by daily routine which provides the stability that children need to thrive.
Having a daily routine slide deck offers the Teacher a template to work from when collaboratively planning with her students.
Technology is an integral part of a modern classroom. When teaching Kindergarten and Pre-Kindergarten, I created this slide desk that I could use daily in my classroom and modify as necessary.
This was also shared with colleugues, who modified it to fit with their community of learners.
ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation) was carefully considered when developing this project.
Analysis Phase
Identifying the Need:
Observed that students struggled with transitions and staying engaged.
Support staff needed a quick-reference guide to classroom activities.
Target Audience:
Students: Early childhood learners (ages 3-5).
Support Staff: Paraprofessionals, teaching assistants, and volunteers.
Key Challenges Addressed:
Students need visual schedules to understand expectations.
Support staff need a clear, consistent guide to assist with routines.
Recognize stress levels at any given time
Apply at least three stress management techniques
Design Phase
Instructional & Visual Design Decisions:
Simple, visual-based slides for non-readers.
Editable template to reflect daily changes in learning activities.
Consistent format (e.g., morning routine, learning blocks, transitions, end-of-day wrap-up).
Icons & real-life images to support understanding.
Slide Structure & Flow:
Welcome & morning routine
Circle time schedule
Activity centers (editable for daily themes)
Snack & break times
Transition reminders (e.g., "5 minutes left!")
Closing routine & dismissal
Development Phase
Tools Used:
Google Slides for easy customization & sharing.
Canva for visually appealing icons and illustrations.
Embedded audio cues for transitions (e.g., soft chimes or verbal prompts).
Customization Features:
Editable text boxes for teachers to update daily activities.
Drag-and-drop visuals for flexible use.
Space for individualized student reminders (e.g., sensory breaks, scheduled therapies).
Implementation Phase
How It Was Rolled Out:
Introduced to the classroom with a guided explanation.
Modeled for support staff during team meetings.
Used daily as a central reference during transitions.
Delivery Format:
Displayed on classroom SmartBoard.
Printed version for quick reference for support staff.
Evaluation Phase
How Effectiveness Was Measured:
Observed student engagement & transition times before and after implementation.
Gathered feedback from support staff on clarity and ease of use.
Adjustments made based on real-world classroom use (e.g., adding more visual cues, refining layout).
Results & Adjustments:
Noticed smoother transitions and fewer disruptions.
Staff reported feeling more confident and aligned in guiding routines.