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Video Tutorial: Decorative Vinyl Trees for the Classroom

July 20, 2015 Maria Manore Gavin 34 Comments

It's mid-July and teachers are beginning to dream, shop and set up for their classroom setup. After reading about my kindergarten classroom, countless readers have requested  more information on how I created the black trees that are displayed on my classroom walls. Today I am … [Read more...]

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FREE Back to School Printable Student Gift Tags

July 6, 2015 Maria Manore Gavin 22 Comments

July has arrived and I am already thinking about my classroom design for the fall. ESPECIALLY how I can incorporate color into my classroom, since color can make learning a more fun and impactful experience. Fortunately, Astrobrights Papers has a wide array of colors (25 to be … [Read more...]

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Classroom Management Phrases for Teachers February Roundup

February 28, 2015 Maria Manore Gavin 8 Comments

Seasoned elementary teachers really do have the BEST expressions that they use in the classroom to manage their students. I shared some of my favorite quotes from teachers on the blog last month and Kinder Craze fans begged me to keep sharing the quotes on Facebook, Instagram, … [Read more...]

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Staples Classroom Supply Giveaway

February 15, 2015 Maria Manore Gavin 10 Comments

Thank you so much to Staples for sponsoring this blog post. I received payment, trade and/or products from Astrobrights in exchange for promoting. However, all opinions stated are my own and I only promote brands and products that I love. Have you heard the news? Staples now … [Read more...]

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Free Editable Classroom Print for Catholic Schools Week

January 27, 2015 Maria Manore Gavin 9 Comments

Catholic Schools Week is upon us (Lutheran Schools Week is here as well) and I am SO excited to share a freebie with you today that fans of my classroom have been begging for - an adorable, personalized prayer to print, frame and place in your classroom prayer space. I originally … [Read more...]

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Teaching with My Classroom Calendar

September 14, 2014 Maria Manore Gavin 70 Comments

kindergarten classroom calendar

This fall, I was determined to overhaul my classroom calendar. With a little effort, it now looks better than ever and is more interactive for my students. I'm so excited to show you all of the elements that make this space in my classroom special so you can create an attractive … [Read more...]

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Perfectly Layered Bulletin Board Borders: A Tutorial

August 12, 2014 Maria Manore Gavin 24 Comments

Do you love the look of layered borders on a classroom bulletin board but are stumped about how to get them just right? Did you try the "staple and tuck" method, only to end up with creases all over your beautiful borders? Today am thrilled to bring you a video AND photographic … [Read more...]

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My Classroom Wasn’t Ready (And it was OK)

August 10, 2014 Maria Manore Gavin 73 Comments

Friends, I have confession to share with you today. It's about my classroom. You know… my beautiful classroom. Last year, it wasn't ready on the first day of school. Oh it was pretty and lanterns were hanging. And people walked in the room and gushed about how lovely it … [Read more...]

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Classroom Supply Labels are FINALLY Here!

July 26, 2014 Maria Manore Gavin 21 Comments

Hello everyone! I am so, so, SO happy to share a brand new (and highly anticipated) organizational product for your classroom on the blog today. Editable Classroom Supply Labels are finally here! Fans have been BEGGING me to list the Classroom Supply Labels on TpT ever … [Read more...]

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#ColorizeYourClassroom with Astrobrights – Flashcard Freebie

July 7, 2014 Maria Manore Gavin 238 Comments

Bright Flashcards freebie

This is a sponsored post. Kinder-Craze has received payment, trade and/or products from Astrobrights in exchange for promoting, however all opinions stated are my own. This post also contains affiliate links. I earn a small commission each time someone makes a purchase through … [Read more...]

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I'm Maria Gavin - a kindergarten teacher, curriculum developer, educational blogger and founder of Kinder Craze.

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