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Classroom Organization Must-Haves & Best Sellers

An organized classroom is an efficient classroom. Creating a learning space that has the right tools and supplies in the right place makes it easier for teachers and students to ... Read More

Student Goal Setting Tips for Back to School

Education Essentials

Student Goal Setting Tips for Back to School

Icebreakers for After School Programs – Part 2

Physical Education

Team Building and Listening Skills Icebreakers

Creating a Classroom Collaboration Center for Group Work & Activities

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Creating a Classroom Collaboration Center for Group Work & Activities

Must-Have Flexible Furniture for the Classroom

21st Century Learning

Must-Have Flexible Furniture for Your Classroom

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Tips for Fostering Multiculturalism in the Early Childhood Classroom

Early Childhood

Tips for Fostering Multiculturalism in the Early Childhood Classroom

Professional Development Opportunities & Ideas for Art Educators

Professional Development Opportunities & Ideas for Art Educators

10 Tips for Implementing Flexible Seating

21st Century Learning

10 Tips for Implementing Flexible Seating

Decorate and Celebrate with Seasonal Themes in Your Classroom

Bring color and excitement to your classroom space year round!

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Classroom Management

Field Trip Preparation Kit Must-Haves for Teachers

Field Trip Preparation Kit Must-Haves for Teachers

Tips for Keeping Classrooms Cool in the Summer

Classroom Management

Tips for Keeping Classrooms Cool in the Summer

Outdoor Learning Activities Improv Games for Brain Breaks

Classroom Management

Outdoor Learning Activities: Improv Game Brain Breaks

Test Taking Tips Anchor Chart Ideas for the Classroom

Classroom Management

Test Taking Tips: Anchor Chart Ideas for the Classroom

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Social and Emotional Learning

Social & Emotional Art Projects for the Classroom

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Social & Emotional Learning in Art: 3 Project Ideas

Must Haves for a Social Emotional Learning Classroom Library

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Must-Haves for a Social Emotional Learning Classroom Library

Skillastics Character is Cool PE Class Activity

Physical Education

PE Class Activity: Cooperative Character Building

Social Emotional Learning Ideas for Your Classroom

Classroom Management

Social Emotional Learning Anchor Chart Ideas for Your Classroom

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Group Activities & Games

Spring Sport Themed Relay Races for PE Class

Physical Education

Spring Sport Themed Races for PE Class

Creating an Engaging Obstacle Course in PE Class

Physical Education

Creating an Engaging Obstacle Course in PE Class

Teaching Heart Health in PE Healthy Lifestyle Habits

Physical Education

Teaching Heart Health in PE: Healthy Lifestyle Habits

Skillastics Character is Cool PE Class Activity

Physical Education

PE Class Activity: Cooperative Character Building

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Choosing Between a Weighted or Pressure Vest

Through the Microscope Art Lesson Plan

Art Lesson Plan: Through the Microscope

Must-Haves for Creating a Calming Sensory Space

Must-Haves for Creating a Calming Sensory Space

Fine Motor Skills Handwriting Tools for the Classroom

Fine Motor Skills & Handwriting: Tools for the Classroom

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School & Student Safety

3 Questions for Your School's Safety Plans

Healthy Students

3 Questions for your School’s Safety Plans

Being Aware Things to Think About When Making an Emergency Plan

Healthy Students

Being Aware: Things to Think About When Making an Emergency Plan

How Social Media Affects Student Mental Health

Healthy Students

Guidance for Educators on How Social Media Impacts Mental Health

A Better Solution to School Violence Than Guns

Healthy Students

A Better Solution Than Guns: Threat Assessment and Mental Health Awareness

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Three Reasons Every Educator Should Be Developing Students Creativity

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How Classroom Design Can Support or Hinder Student Collaboration

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How Classroom Design Can Support or Hinder Student Collaboration

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