The Kindergarten Toolbox - Amy Murray

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35. Why Is My Kindergarten Class Suddenly Getting Harder to Manage?

Episode 35

Wednesday, September 2, 2026 • Duration 10:08

Does it feel like your kindergarten class was doing SO well and then suddenly...they weren't? The routines you practiced are getting sloppy, students are talking more, and you're repeating directions you swear they were following just fine last week.

In this episode, we're talking about why kindergarten classroom management can suddenly feel harder a few weeks into the school year and why you probably don't need to throw out your behavior system and start over. You'll learn how to make an overwhelming behavior problem feel more manageable by choosing one expectation to reteach, getting really clear about what you want students to do, and looking for opportunities to reinforce the positive behavior you want to see more often.

If you're already Googling new kindergarten classroom management strategies because it feels like everything that was working suddenly isn't, this episode will give you a simple place to start.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
👾 Free Build-a-Reward Monster
🎧 The Kindergarten Reward System That Doesn't Require a Prize Box
🎧 Lining Up Without the Chaos
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34. The Kindergarten Reward System That Doesn't Require a Prize Box

Episode 34

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 • Duration 13:07

Does a kindergarten reward system really need a prize box, classroom money, or complicated points to keep students motivated? Some of my kindergarten students' favorite classroom rewards didn't cost me a single penny.

In this episode, we're talking about how to use simple whole class rewards to reinforce positive behavior in kindergarten without creating another classroom management system you have to keep up with. You'll learn why free classroom rewards can be just as motivating for five- and six-year-olds, how focusing on one behavior at a time helps students understand the goal, and why the visual component of a reward system can make such a big difference in student buy-in.

If you're looking for a kindergarten reward system that's simple for you, easy for students to understand, and doesn't require you to keep a prize box stocked, this episode is for you.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
🏗️ Build-a-Reward Characters Bundle
🔗 Show notes: https://kindergartentoolbox.com/kindergarten-reward-system-without-prize-box-episode-34/

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33. Why Does Every Kindergartener Need Me at the Same Time?

Episode 33

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 • Duration 13:13

Does it feel like every kindergartener needs you for everything, all day long? And have you caught yourself thinking, I swear last year's class wasn't this needy?

In this episode, we're talking about why kindergarten students need so much help at the beginning of the school year and what it really takes to build independence in kindergarten. You'll learn why you might be comparing your brand-new kindergarteners to the independent students you sent home last spring, how classroom routines and visual supports help students become more independent, and what those constant questions can tell you about the systems you still need to teach.

If you're tired of answering the same questions over and over and wondering when your students will start doing more for themselves, this episode will help you build kindergarten independence through simple, consistent classroom management systems that work for real five- and six-year-olds.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
👀 Classroom Visuals Bundle
🍎 Kindergarten Behavior Blueprint
📝 Show notes: https://kindergartentoolbox.com/building-independence-in-kindergarten-episode-33/

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32. The Best Classroom Rules for Kindergarten (And What to Do When Students Break Them)

Episode 32

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 • Duration 12:58

How many classroom rules do you really need in kindergarten? And what should happen when students don't follow them?

In this episode, we're talking about how to keep kindergarten classroom rules simple, explicitly teach your expectations, and choose consequences that actually make sense to five- and six-year-olds. You'll learn why consistency doesn't mean giving every behavior the same consequence, why consequences should be timely and connected to the behavior, and how visuals can help students understand what's expected of them.

If you're looking for a practical approach to kindergarten classroom management that teaches students how to be successful in school instead of simply punishing misbehavior, this episode is for you.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

🔗 Classroom Rules Posters
🔗 Classroom Visuals Bundle
🍎 Kindergarten Behavior Blueprint

📝 Show notes: https://kindergartentoolbox.com/best-classroom-rules-and-consequences-for-kindergarten/

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31. What Behavior System Should You Use in Kindergarten?

Tuesday, August 4, 2026 • Duration 15:17

What behavior system should you use in kindergarten? Classroom economy, Dojo points, desk pets, prize boxes, reward systems...there are SO many options. But just because a behavior system works with older students doesn't mean it's the right fit for five- and six-year-olds.

In this episode, we're talking about how to choose a kindergarten behavior system that is developmentally appropriate, manageable for teachers, and actually supports strong kindergarten classroom management. I'll share some popular behavior systems I would think twice about using in kindergarten, why taking away something a student has already earned can create problems, and the questions I want you to ask before choosing a behavior system for your classroom.

I'll also share the two behavior tools that became my go-to choices in my own kindergarten classroom and how they helped me reinforce positive behavior without creating another complicated system to manage.

And if you're looking for more support with classroom management in kindergarten, Kindergarten Behavior Blueprint gives you both the training AND the tools to build strong classroom management through simple, consistent systems.

►►► Kindergarten Behavior Blueprint is $97 through August 5th. Today is the LAST DAY to save $50!

Resources Mentioned:

🍎 Kindergarten Behavior Blueprint

✨ Glow & Grow Behavior Notes

🏗️ Build-a-Reward Behavior Charts

🔗 Show Notes: https://kindergartentoolbox.com/what-behavior-system-should-you-use-in-kindergarten-episode31/

30. The Biggest Classroom Management Myth Kindergarten Teachers Believe

Episode 30

Wednesday, July 29, 2026 • Duration 08:47

Do you think classroom management starts when student behavior becomes a problem?

One of the biggest classroom management myths kindergarten teachers believe is that behavior management is all about consequences, clip charts, rewards, or figuring out what to do when students misbehave. But strong kindergarten classroom management starts long before that.

In this episode, I’m sharing the lesson that completely changed the way I thought about kindergarten behavior and classroom management. We’ll talk about why relationships, behavior systems, student independence, consistency, and simple routines all work together to help you feel more confident and in control of your classroom.

I’ll also share the story of returning from maternity leave to a kindergarten classroom where my old behavior system suddenly wasn’t working, and what that experience taught me about what classroom management really is.

If you’re preparing for a new school year and wondering, “What if they don’t listen?” this episode will help you focus on building strong classroom management from the beginning instead of waiting for behavior to become a problem.

Resources Mentioned:

🍎 Kindergarten Behavior Blueprint

KBB is both a course and a toolbox of ready-to-use classroom management resources built around the BRICK Method: Behavior Systems, Relationships, Independence, Consistency, and Keep It Simple.

Kindergarten Behavior Blueprint is $97 through August 5th only.

🔗 Learn more about Kindergarten Behavior Blueprint

Show Notes: https://kindergartentoolbox.com/classroom-management-myth-kindergarten-teachers-believe/

29. What to Plan Before the First Week of Kindergarten (Hint: It's Not Your Centers)

Episode 29

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 • Duration 08:38

Are you spending your summer organizing centers, decorating your classroom, and shopping for kindergarten supplies, but you're still not sure what to teach during the first week of school?

You're not alone. Every summer, kindergarten teachers spend hours preparing classroom centers, bulletin boards, and materials while putting off the one thing that has the biggest impact on the entire school year: planning the first week of kindergarten.

In this episode, I'm sharing what actually deserves your attention before school starts, why routines, procedures, and classroom expectations matter more than perfectly prepped centers, and how focusing on the right things will help you start the year feeling confident instead of overwhelmed.

If you've been wondering what to teach during the first week of kindergarten or you're feeling unsure about where to start, this episode is for you.

I also share all the details about First Week of Kindergarten Blueprint, my three-day workshop designed to help you stop guessing and walk into your classroom with a clear plan for those critical first five days. You'll learn exactly what to teach, when to teach it, and how to build the routines and classroom management systems that set the tone for the entire school year.

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🔗 First Week of Kindergarten Blueprint

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28. Do Kindergarten Teachers Need to use a Daily Behavior Report?

Episode 28

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 • Duration 12:00

Should kindergarten teachers send home a daily behavior report for every student?

It's one of the most common classroom management questions I see every summer, especially from teachers preparing for a new school year. While many classrooms use daily behavior calendars, clip charts, or behavior reports to communicate with families, are they really the most effective way to talk about kindergarten behavior?

In this episode, I'm sharing why I stopped using daily behavior calendars in my kindergarten classroom, what I use instead, and how a simple shift in communication helped create more meaningful conversations with families while saving me time.

If you're looking for kindergarten behavior strategies, classroom management ideas, or a better way to communicate student behavior with families, this episode is for you.

Resources Mentioned:

🔗 First Week of Kindergarten Blueprint

🔗 Kindergarten Behavior Blueprint

🔗 Shop Glow and Grow Behavior Notes

Show Notes: https://kindergartentoolbox.com/should-kindergarten-teachers-use-a-daily-behavior-report/

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27. Should Kindergarten Students Have Classroom Jobs? Here's Why I Use One Daily Helper Instead

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 • Duration 10:14

Should kindergarten students have classroom jobs?

Classroom jobs have been a tradition in elementary classrooms for years, but are they actually teaching responsibility or creating more work for teachers?

In this episode, I'm sharing why I stopped using traditional classroom jobs in my kindergarten classroom and switched to a simple Helper of the Day system instead. You'll hear how this change simplified my classroom management, eliminated job chart headaches, and still gave every student meaningful leadership opportunities.

If you're preparing your kindergarten classroom for back-to-school and wondering whether classroom jobs are worth it, this episode will help you decide what works best for your students—and your sanity.

Resources Mentioned:

🔗 First Week of Kindergarten Blueprint

Show Notes: https://kindergartentoolbox.com/episode-27-should-kindergarten-students-have-classroom-jobs/

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26. Community Supplies or Individual Supplies? What Works Best in Kindergarten

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 • Duration 11:26

Should kindergarten students have individual school supplies or community supplies?

It's one of the biggest classroom setup decisions kindergarten teachers make before the school year begins. In this episode, we're breaking down the pros and cons of both systems and why the "right" answer depends more on your classroom management than the supplies themselves.

I'll share why I chose individual toolboxes in my kindergarten classroom, how I used numbered supplies to teach responsibility and accountability, and why explicitly teaching students how to use their school tools is far more important than whether those tools are shared.

If you're preparing your kindergarten classroom for back-to-school and wondering how to organize crayons, pencils, glue sticks, scissors, and other classroom supplies, this episode will help you choose a system that works for both you and your students.

Resources Mentioned:

🖍️✏️ Free School Tools Worksheets

🔗 First Week of Kindergarten Blueprint

🔗 Show Notes: https://kindergartentoolbox.com/community-or-individual-supplies-for-kindergarten/

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