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. […]
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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, […]
Make the Wrapping Part of the Gift
Engage students in creative classroom endeavors, and then help them find ways to cherish their creations. Completed schoolwork can become a gift, but the greatest gift may be in teaching children the “art” of gift giving. Decorate a box with buttons and bows; create a masterpiece with crayons or paint; embellish a jar with glue-on […]
5 Ways to Spread Holiday Cheer at Your School
The holidays should be a happy time, but for many of us they are often filled with stress. This time of year can be particularly stressful for teachers. Administrators and educators could all appreciate an opportunity to participate in activities to beat tension during the holidays. The following are 5 great ways to spread […]
5 Holiday DIY Decorating Ideas for the Classroom
Since winter break is quickly approaching, it’s time to start thinking about decorating your classroom for the holiday season. You don’t have to spend a lot of money to transform your classroom into a holiday delight. With a bit of work and a few supplies, you can add some holiday cheer for kids to […]
5 Steps for Parents to Advocate for Better Physical Education
You’d have to be living under a rock to miss all the statistics about kids not getting enough physical activity these days. There are many reasons for this: not enough Physical Education (PE) in schools, too much time playing video games or on the computer, less time spent playing outside after school, etc. With […]
Class Review: It’s All Fun and Games
Classroom test review doesn’t have to be a chore. It’s no secret that kids learn best when they’re engaged and challenged, so a test review session with games is the perfect combination. Whether it’s a simple activity, like splitting the class into teams and awarding points for correct answers or a high-tech iPad app, classroom games […]
Nurturing Imagination and Creativity in Early Childhood
Imagination and creativity are at the heart of a developmentally appropriate early childhood program. Tightening budgets and mandated curriculum standards have made it challenging to integrate imaginative and creative activities into the early childhood classroom. 4 Ways to Encourage and Boost Creativity in Early Childhood Amid pressures to enhance student academic performance, many teachers […]
5 Clever Fall Classroom Decorating Ideas
With motifs of trees and apples, back to school season is perfect for fun fall classroom decorating projects. We’ve rounded up five great ideas that will help you and your students ring in pumpkin season. 5 Fall Classroom Decorating Ideas to Create a Cozy Space The fall season brings everyone indoors more often than […]
Time Out vs. Time In
Do you have a child that has a meltdown around the same time every day? Having trouble with that student who does not do well with schedule changes? Are you a parent that feels you have to overuse the “Time Out” chair? You may have a child that has challenges with sensory overload. These […]
Laminating Tips, Tricks and Ideas for the Classroom
The laminating machine can be an educator’s best friend. From craft projects to flash cards, laminating lets you up your DIY game. It’s cost effective, stretching the life of your classroom paper goods and allowing you to make things you would otherwise have to buy (or do without). A high-quality machine gives you more options […]