Some of your students may be more passionate about art than others. You know…the ones who show up while you’re still setting up and the ones you have to scoot out the door 10 minutes after the bell rings? An after-school art club is the perfect place for these passionate student artists to try […]
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6 Tips to Recharge Over Winter Break
Whether on a year-round or traditional academic schedule, you’re ready for winter break when it rolls around. Not only are the days shorter and colder, but you’ve given your all to students, parents, and administrators for months. Now it’s finally time to relax, refresh, and rejuvenate. Here are some ways to recharge over winter […]
Are You a Good Role Model for Your Students When It Comes to Healthy Behaviors?
While parents may be their children’s first role models, teachers and other school staff are also very influential in shaping nutritional and physical activity behaviors of students. From kindergarten through high school, kids typically spend 6+ hours each day, 5 days a week, 180 days a year, at school. With that amount of time, […]
10 Fun Teacher Gift Ideas for the Holidays
Whether you want to deliver a gift for an educator in your life or need inspiration for a “Secret Santa” exchange with a coworker, here are a few teacher gift ideas to get you started. Choose one or a few to create a thoughtful teacher gift that may add a little extra holiday cheer […]
Teachers Know: What to Look for When Purchasing Materials Created by Teachers
Teachers know. It’s that simple. Teachers know what works for their students and for themselves in the classroom. They know when their students are having the a-ha moments that make everything worthwhile—when the information and practices “click” and the students get it and move forward. Teachers know. But how do teachers wade through the […]
5 Tips for Keeping Your Art Room Clean
The art room can feel like a crazy place, but that’s part of why you love it, right? Still, with the number of different kids you get to work with and the range of projects you get to teach them, it can be a lot to keep track of. Luckily, with a good system, you’ll […]
Creating Teachable Summer Moments with Your Child
Summer time comes with long days of family fun, relaxation, and parents getting to spend time with their children. Summer, however, is also a time when many children experience the “summer slump” and lose some of the educational gains they have gathered during the academic year. In order to avoid this slump and build […]
Enjoy Summer Without Worrying About Classroom Prep
Did you recently wake up and realize that summer break is halfway over? As you regroup and rejuvenate from the previous year, it can be difficult to wrap your mind around the fact that the new school year is only a few or several weeks away. You don’t have to spend the next month and a […]
Keeping a Traveling Sketchbook
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 […]
Desk Organization Solutions
Most teachers face a common challenge: keeping their desks clean and organized. With all the student work, lesson plan paperwork, and other classroom supplies you deal with on a daily basis, it’s understandable that keeping your desk neat and clutter-free can be a challenge. 5 Ways to Organize Your Teacher’s Desk Fortunately, with a […]
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 […]
Classroom Cleaning Hacks for Busy Teachers
A busy teacher has little, if any, time to devote to cleaning the classroom. Even so, it’s a necessary part of the job. Get your classroom in shape and keep it that way with our cleaning hacks. Whether it’s the end of the year, the beginning or somewhere in the middle, these tips will […]
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