Keys to Kindergarten Readiness: Activities for Preschoolers, Worksheets, Learning Games, Learn How to Read, Developmental Milestones, Sight Words, Positive Parenting, Christian Mom, Life Skills

By: 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 that time. I felt like I wasn’t fulfilling my role as a mom. I didn’t know how to nurture my children’s gifts. I was putting academics in front of God’s Word, and we didn’t have a sense of discipline, organization, or family in our home even though it looked perfect from the outside. Then, I went into my Bible & back to my college books. I taught my then 3 year old how to read with quick easy lessons, and he tested off the charts for acceptance into the top school and preschool gifted program. I taught my kids about several black inventors to teach them perseverance and to build their self-esteem. I taught them life skills to help me around the house and to help them become more independent and confident. Most importantly, I grew deeper in my personal faith, and I was able to start planting seeds in my children’s hearts and teach them so much about God. Solutions I’m here to teach you everything I know about faith, family, and fun learning. In this podcast, you will learn: -Ways to help your child build a personal relationship with Jesus -Tips for positive parenting, life skills, and building a stronger family -Engaging on-the-go strategies for teaching your child everything they need to know to be ready for kindergarten even when you’re busy Learn: www.keystokindergartenreadiness.com Connect: keystokindergartenreadiness@gmail.com Community: https://bit.ly/3K8RTP3 Facebook: Keys to Kindergarten Readiness
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  • 59// How to Teach Reducing Screentime Using Children's Bible Stories, Idols , VBS

    59// How to Teach Reducing Screentime Using Children's Bible Stories, Idols , VBS
    Aug 19 2024

    My boys seem like they are obsessed with video games, and I absolutely cannot stand it. The more I thought about it, the more I realized that we all have something we can become addicted to if we are not careful. During VBS this summer, I had the opportunity to teach all the children about this very thing. This world is full of idols and one of our jobs as moms is to teach our children about not worshiping false idols. Today, I am going to tell you all about teaching your child about our BIG GOD and how this can help with reducing idols for your child AND for you! Let's Dig In!

    Shout to my friend Jen Strange for putting together this curriculum.

    Sources/References/Related Reading:

    Laferton, Carl. The God Contest. Illustrated by Catalina Echeverri. Good Book Company, 2020. Lloyd-Jones, Sally. The Jesus Storybook Bible. Illustrated by Jago. ZonderKidz, 2007. Machowski, Marty. Long Story Short. New Growth Press, 2010. –––. Old Story New. New Growth Press, 2012. Mitchell, Alison. The Storm That Stopped. Illustrated by Catalina Echeverri. Good Book Company, 2015.

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    20 mins
  • 58: Which Letters Should I Teach My Child First to Learn to Read? The Fastest Way to Start Learning to Read

    58: Which Letters Should I Teach My Child First to Learn to Read? The Fastest Way to Start Learning to Read
    Aug 12 2024

    Are you confused about which letters to teach your child first? You are not alone, Momma. If you were to go into a room of teachers and ask this question, many of them would have a different answer. I have used various teaching orders such as ABC order, s,a,t,i,p,n, and more. Honestly, all of them have worked, BUT today I am going to give you the first 5 letters to teach your child, so she can start reading quickly! Let’s Dig In!

    Recap

    1. Teach Letter/Sounds in Child's Name

    2. Teach Vowel /a/

    3. Teach Consonants

    -Continuous Sounds /l/, /m/, and /n/

    -Stop Sound /t/

    After learning these sounds, your child will be able to blend to read 5 VC words: Al, am, an, and at.

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    GET TO KNOW ME

    NEW WEBSITE: www.keystokindergartenreadiness.com

    Connect: keystokindergartenreadiness@gmail.com

    Community: KTKR Community

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    9 mins
  • 57//Start Doing These 5 Things to Prepare Your Kindergarten Child for Back-to-School

    57//Start Doing These 5 Things to Prepare Your Kindergarten Child for Back-to-School
    Aug 5 2024

    I cannot believe how quickly this summer has flown by. It feels like we just got out for the break. Here in Louisiana, my kids start school this upcoming Thursday. It’s crazy early! I know your kiddo might not start until after Labor Day, but this is the perfect time to get ready for back-to-school season. If you don’t want to be that hot mess express Momma, you are going to want to tune into today’s episode to get these practical, academic, and mental readiness steps.

    Let’s Dig In!

    Resource Mentioned: How to Have Effective Family Meetings Even With Preschoolers Episode

    Get your FREE DIBELS Reading Practice Test! Click Here.

    GET TO KNOW ME

    NEW WEBSITE: www.keystokindergartenreadiness.com

    Connect: keystokindergartenreadiness@gmail.com

    Community: KTKR Community

    Facebook Page: Keys to Kindergarten Readiness

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    21 mins

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