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Classroom Laminating Dos and Don’ts
Lamination is a great way to keep school supplies looking good and lasting for years. It can, however, be expensive and time consuming. Since some schools have a budget or place limits on how many items teachers can laminate, teachers need to choose wisely regarding lamination. Here are some general laminating dos and don’ts for the […]
Get Back In the Groove for the New School Year
While summer vacation is still upon us, the new school year will be here before you know it. If you’re feeling a bit anxious about the upcoming fall term, you’re not alone. Here are some ideas to help you get into a back to school mindset. Reflect Ask yourself what you most enjoy about your […]
How to Create a Calming Classroom Environment
Children, like adults, are susceptible to the stress and frenetic energy that accompanies a large body of students crammed into a relatively small space all day. While school can be an enjoyable experience for some, it can be downright overwhelming for others, especially when coupled with the huge range of sensory stimulants present in […]
Use Your Summer to Prepare for Your Next Academic Year
Teachers look forward to summer break almost as much – if not more than – their students. Summer is a great time for relaxation, catching up on projects, and spending time with your family. Summertime can also be a great time to get ready for your next school year. Extend Your Professional Learning Nothing […]
Transform Your Classroom & Boost Student Engagement with Dry Erase Surfaces
As a teacher, you already know how important it is to immerse students in print and probably already make a habit of displaying brightly-colored text and graphics in your classroom. You have probably also discovered that children love the opportunity to draw or write on your whiteboard. While you may provide opportunities for students to […]
3 End of the Year Poetry Activities
As the end of the school year approaches, it’s a good time to reflect on the school year with activities that are both fun and educational. Poetry and writing assignments are a great way for students to put into words their feelings and thoughts about the past year. The following are three poetry activities for […]
8 Ways To Make Your Classroom Environmentally Friendly
School classrooms are the perfect place to practice conservation and eco-friendliness. Kids are naturally concerned about the planet and ensuring its health. Put the following tips into action to make your classroom more environmentally friendly. 8 Simple Ways to Improve Your Classroom’s Environmental Footprint Rethink Your Basic Supplies Nearly every type of school supply […]
Bite into a Healthy Lifestyle with Healthy Kids Challenge this National Nutrition Month
Changing your lifestyle for the better can be a daunting task, but don’t worry; we have Healthy Kids Challenge curriculum to help you along the way! Health Fair or Parent Night (work sites, community events or schools) Set up display tables of the 5 MyPlate food groups and active play. Provide participants teaching cards […]
5 Ways to Recognize Student Achievement in Your Classroom
Keeping kids motivated in an age of smart phones and social media can be a tough task for any teacher. Students sometimes need some extra incentives and praise to keep up their hard work and learning. Fortunately, rewarding students for great work and behavior is one of the best perks of being a teacher. […]
Successfully Welcoming New Students Mid-Year
It can be tough for a new student to fit in right away mid-year, but the steps you take to prepare, onboard and welcome your new arrival set the tone for the entire class and ensure that things go smoothly for all. Prepare a Space You should know about your new arrival before the […]
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, […]