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18. episode 18 - Why Kindergarten Classroom Management Still Feels Hard
May 6, 2026
10m 12s
17. 3 Things Every Kindergarten Classroom Management System Needs
Apr 29, 2026
9m 49s
16. What Kindergarten Classroom Management Looks Like When It’s Working
Apr 22, 2026
8m 04s
15. Why Behavior Strategies Work and then Suddenly Stop
Apr 15, 2026
9m 16s
14. Phonemic Awareness That Works in Kindergarten
Apr 8, 2026
9m 58s
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| 5/6/26 | 18. episode 18 - Why Kindergarten Classroom Management Still Feels Hard | Kindergarten classroom management shouldn’t feel this hard, but if you’re constantly repeating directions, managing every transition, and ending the day exhausted, you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re breaking down why classroom management still feels overwhelming even when you’re using routines, behavior strategies, and clear expectations. Here’s what’s actually happening: It’s not that you need more strategies. It’s that your classroom systems aren’t working together. When routine... | 10m 12s | ||||||
| 4/29/26 | 17. 3 Things Every Kindergarten Classroom Management System Needs | In this episode of The Kindergarten Toolbox Podcast, Amy Murray breaks down the three essential components of effective kindergarten classroom management: clear expectations, visual supports, and consistent routines. If your classroom feels unpredictable, if you are constantly repeating directions, or if your behavior strategies are not sticking, this episode will help you understand what is missing and how to fix it with simple systems that actually work in a real kindergarten classroom. You... | 9m 49s | ||||||
| 4/22/26 | 16. What Kindergarten Classroom Management Looks Like When It’s Working | In this episode of the Kindergarten Toolbox Podcast, Amy Murray breaks down what a well-managed kindergarten classroom really looks like on a normal day. Not perfect. Not silent. But structured, predictable, and calm enough for real teaching to happen. You’ll hear what shifts when simple systems and clear expectations are in place, from smoother routines and transitions to more focused small groups and more independent writers. If you’re tired of constant interruptions, repeating directions, ... | 8m 04s | ||||||
| 4/15/26 | 15. Why Behavior Strategies Work and then Suddenly Stop | You try a behavior strategy… and it works. Your class is calmer. You’re finally able to teach. And then… it stops. If you feel like you’re constantly starting over with classroom management, this episode is for you. Let’s chat about why behavior strategies work at first—but don’t last—and what your classroom actually needs instead. Because it’s not that nothing works… You just haven’t been given something simple enough to stick with yet. Get step by step clasroom management systems the ... | 9m 16s | ||||||
| 4/8/26 | 14. Phonemic Awareness That Works in Kindergarten | Phonemic awareness in kindergarten does not always click with repetition alone. Many students need more support than fast-paced, verbal routines can provide. In this episode, we break down how to teach phonemic awareness using hands-on and visual activities that support skills like rhyming, syllables, and beginning, medial, and ending sounds so students truly understand and apply these foundational skills. 🔗 Save on the Kindergarten ELA Bundle Show notes: www.kindergartentoolbox.com/pho... | 9m 58s | ||||||
| 4/1/26 | 13. How to Introduce the Alphabet in Kindergarten | Alphabet principles and letter sounds are the foundation of literacy and a huge part of what we teach in kindergarten. But what's the best way to introduce letters? In this episode, I explain how we introduce letters and sounds in the first 30 days of kindergarten and how you can use the tools to reinforce learning all year long. The key is to set up predictable routines with activities that kindergarten students can actually do - no tiny pieces to lose, limit the cutting, etc.&nb... | 11m 16s | ||||||
| 3/25/26 | 12. Consequences for Behavior in the Kindergarten Classroom | What consequences can you use in kindergarten if you aren't allowed to take away recess? In this episode, we talk about natural consequences, and I share a classroom management secret weapon. Free Glow & Grow Notes Kindergarten Behavior Blueprint Show Notes: | 10m 00s | ||||||
| 3/19/26 | 11. Writing 5-Star Sentences in Kindergarten | Teaching sentence writing in kindergarten is much easier when students understand what a sentence is so they can learn the basic conventions and check their own work using a simple checklist. In this episode, we talk about how to teach kindergarteners to write sentences with our 5-star sentences method. You can teach beginning writers to independently write real sentences! 🔗 Join Kindergarten Writing Toolbox 🔗 Beginning Writers Bundle 🔗 5-Star Sentence Resource Show Notes: https://... | 10m 04s | ||||||
| 3/4/26 | 10. Teaching How to Write a Sentence in Kindergarten | If your kindergarten students struggle with sentence writing, this episode is for you. Many students are asked to write sentences before they truly understand what a sentence is, which leads to frustration, random words, or a complete writing shutdown. In this episode, we break down how to teach sentence structure in kindergarten using naming part and telling part so students understand that a sentence is a group of words that tells us something. You’ll learn how to build a strong foundation ... | 11m 34s | ||||||
| 2/25/26 | 9. What to do When your Kindergarten Behavior System Stops Working | Is your kindergarten behavior system not working anymore? If your classroom reward system or behavior chart has lost its effectiveness, this episode will help you reset with confidence. Learn what actually makes a kindergarten behavior system work, including picture-based visuals (not just text), focusing on one behavior at a time, using concrete progress tracking, and staying consistent so students stay motivated. These practical kindergarten classroom management strategies are simple enough... | 15m 19s | ||||||
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| 2/18/26 | 8. How to Stop Constant Interruptions During Small Groups in Kindergarten | If your kindergarten small groups are constantly interrupted, this episode is for you. Learn how to reduce interruptions during centers by using visual schedules, picture directions, predictable routines, and simple behavior goals that build real independence. Discover how to help kindergarten students work independently so you can actually teach your small groups without nonstop questions and distractions. Show Notes: https://kindergartentoolbox.com/how-to-stop-constant-interruptions-du... | 10m 59s | ||||||
| 2/11/26 | 7. How to Get Kindergarten Students to Follow Directions the First Time (Using Visuals and Consistent Routines) | If you feel like you’re constantly repeating directions and kindergarten students still aren’t listening, this episode is for you. In this episode, we break down why kindergarteners struggle to follow directions the first time and why it’s not about better wording or louder reminders. You’ll learn how using visuals, structure, and consistent routines helps kindergarten students listen, remember directions, and work more independently, leading to calmer classrooms and fewer interruptions. Sh... | 10m 55s | ||||||
| 2/4/26 | 6. How to Reduce Tattling in Kindergarten Without Ignoring Real Problems | Tattling in kindergarten can feel nonstop and exhausting. In this episode, Amy breaks down why constant tattling isn’t just a behavior problem, but a trust and classroom culture issue. You’ll learn the difference between tattling and reporting, why ignoring tattles can actually make things worse, and simple, practical strategies to reduce tattling without shutting kids down. From positive behavior shifts to classroom systems that build trust and independence, this episode gives kinderga... | 8m 01s | ||||||
| 1/28/26 | 5. Why Kindergarteners Freeze at the Writing Center (And How Simple Tasks Like Labeling Fix It) | If your kindergarten writing center looks great but your students freeze, wander, or constantly interrupt you, this episode is for you. In this episode, we unpack why kindergarteners struggle with independent writing tasks and how starting with simple skills like labeling can transform your writing center. You’ll learn how breaking writing into smaller, concrete steps builds confidence, increases independence, and helps kindergarten students move from freezing to actually writing, without fru... | 8m 34s | ||||||
| 1/21/26 | 4. 100th Day of School in Kindergarten Without Stress or Tons of Prep | If planning the 100th day of kindergarten has you feeling overwhelmed and behind, this episode is for you. With Pinterest ideas and social media pressure everywhere, it is easy to feel like you need to do more to make the day special. In this episode, I’m sharing low-prep, low-stress ways to celebrate the 100th day of school that keep routines calm and kids successful. We cover simple activity ideas using materials you already have, easy writing and movement ideas, and a mindset shift that he... | 8m 47s | ||||||
| 1/14/26 | 3. How to Stop the “I Don’t Know What to Write About” Excuse | Picture this: you’re ready to start your kindergarten writing block, but before you’ve even handed out all the papers, you hear every student call out “I don’t know what to write about.” The stress and confusion that often swirl around writing blocks can leave even the most prepared teachers feeling exhausted. If you’ve ever found yourself frustrated by blank stares and reluctant writers, this episode is your go-to guide for turning hesitation into excitement. In this episode, I’m sharing eff... | 9m 27s | ||||||
| 1/14/26 | 2. Lining Up Without Chaos | If your classroom lineup feels more like a wrestling match than a calm transition, this episode is packed with practical solutions just for you. Kindergarten teachers everywhere know the chaos that happens when it’s time for students to line up, and establishing routines that actually work can feel overwhelming. Today, I’m sharing the simplest change that transformed my classroom’s lineup routine that took my class from pushing and shoving to calm and organized transitions. In this episode, w... | 8m 15s | ||||||
| 1/14/26 | 1. Getting Kids to be Quiet | Do you ever feel like your classroom sounds like a playground no matter how many times you ask your students to be quiet? If you find yourself constantly competing with the chatter of your kindergarten students, this episode is just for you. Today, we're diving into practical, easy to implement strategies to bring peace and order back to your classroom, all while supporting your students' needs. In this episode, I’m sharing my tried-and-true approaches for managing noise levels in early eleme... | 12m 38s | ||||||
| 1/5/26 | Welcome to The Kindergarten Toolbox Podcast! | Welcome to The Kindergarten Toolbox Podcast, your go-to guide for creating calmer classrooms and more confident writers in the wonderfully unique world of kindergarten. I’m Amy Murray — former kindergarten teacher, Type C “organized-in-piles” human, and vanilla-latte enthusiast. After years of helping teachers streamline their classroom routines with tips and tools that actually make sense for 5- and 6-year-olds, I created this podcast to support you with the practical strategies you’ve been ... | 1m 50s | ||||||
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