Whether you’re traveling to exotic places or just to the corner coffee shop, the lazy days of summer offer a dramatic change of pace from the sights and sounds of the school year. From colors and textures to shapes and compositions, capturing the cool things you see in a traveling sketchbook can provide inspiration […]
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Summer To Do List for Art Teachers
Summer is upon us. You made it through another school year, and the next several weeks are your reward. Make the most of your time with these tips to help compile your summer to-do list. Things All Art Teachers Should Do This Summer Sleep Sleep in, sleep late, sleep long, sleep in the middle […]
Making Fitness Personal: 4 Steps to Fitness Ownership
Meaningful Motivation Ever wonder about the best ways to motivate and make fitness personally meaningful for all students? If so, you’re not alone. To help, we want to share some proven strategies focused on student empowerment and inclusion that, when implemented properly, can help you motivate each student to achieve their personal best and […]
Planning Your Summer Vacation
Summer means fun in the sun and free time on your hands! Kids aren’t the only ones excited about the idea of long summer days and nothing in particular to do. Working with kids is one of the most rewarding jobs a person can have, but it’s important for teachers to refresh both body […]
Daily Tips to Stay Happy and Healthy All Week Long
Teaching is an incredibly time-consuming job, and sometimes you’re so busy that there’s no time left over for yourself to eat right or get enough exercise. It can leave you totally stressed out. You can’t give your students your best without taking care of yourself, so it’s important to practice some self-care throughout the week — it can’t wait […]
10 New Year’s Resolutions for Every Teacher
It’s that time of year again when people everywhere are pondering potential New Year’s resolutions. As a teacher nearing the mid-point of the year, you may find yourself lacking motivation, energy and enthusiasm in the classroom. Without these three qualities, the rest of the year can feel very long for you and your students. […]
9 Hilarious Winter Break Memes That Every Teacher Will Understand
It’s not easy to get through the last couple weeks of school before the big holiday vacation. Kids are off-the-walls crazy thanks to a boost in sugar consumption and the looming excitement of tearing open a pile of presents (probably not books). They’re also staying up late to watch Christmas specials on TV, which […]
10 Fun Ways to Rest, Relax and Recharge Over Winter Break
Start your countdown — Christmas vacation is almost here! Of course, you still have to get through holiday concerts, kids on a sugar high from all the cookies and candy, dealing with stressed-out parents and one big classroom party before you can get 2015 in the books, but it’s so close you can almost taste […]
6 Teacher Strategies for the Week Before Winter Break
The week leading up to winter break is designed for chaos—parties, assemblies, and winter craft activities make it easy for a classroom to get carried away. This year, try out some of our preplanned strategies to keep your classroom organized and stress-free. 6 Ways Teachers Can Plan the Week Before Winter Break Built-in activities […]
4 Tips for Managing Stress in an Educator’s World
Teachers are known for their dedication to others, their long hours, and the sacrifices they make every day. While having a humanitarian job may fill you with satisfaction, it doesn’t always make for the most stress-free working environment. Unfortunately, burnout is a serious problem in the educational sphere. If you don’t want that to happen […]
Help! My Art Student is Having a Meltdown!
Did you know that October is National Sensory Awareness Month!? It is estimated that about 5-15% of children today (even those that may not be categorized in special education) have significant enough challenges with sensory processing that it can affect their daily life. This can include high sensory preferences such as being overly sensitive […]