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    Award-Winning FOSS Active-Learning Science Program

    Education Essentials

    Readers of THE Journal, the premier resource for K-12 senior-level district and school administrators, named the Full Option Science System™ (FOSS) a best science program for the second consecutive year. The program won silver in THE Journal’s third annual Readers’ Choice Awards in the Best Science Program category, competing against the software, hardware, and […]

    Educational Gift Ideas for Kids by Age Group

    Celebrations & Themes

    Learning Gift Ideas for Kids by Age Group

    During the holiday season, parents, teachers, and family members are searching for the perfect gifts for the young people in their lives. What better way to give a gift than to give one that is fun and teaches valuable skills like problem solving or encourages creativity? We’ve gathered a list of exciting learning gift […]

    Tagged With: Educational Gifts

    Benefits of Using AR in the Classroom

    21st Century Learning

    Energy Quest Learn Graphic A

    Augmented reality made its true debut in the world of video gaming with exciting options like Pokemon Go, catching the attention of millions across the world. This introduction to the potential of augmented reality, or AR, serves as an open doorway to a range of applications. At its heart, AR offers users a chance […]

    Tagged With: P21 Skills for Today

    6 Classroom Activities for a Halloween Party

    Celebrations & Themes

    Kids laughing have fun to play games in Halloween celebration party at home

    Halloween is just around the corner, and having a few fun activities and crafts for students is a great way to enjoy the festivities without the usual candy and treats. Students can decorate a paper mask, create a creepy spider hat, host a tiny spider race, and more with just a few simple tools. […]

    Tagged With: Fall

    Intervention Strategies to Help Struggling Readers

    Reading & Literacy

    Intervention Strategies to Help Struggling Readers

    Meeting students where they are and working with them in the ways that work best for them is a challenging task. Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) uses a three-tiered system of Response to Intervention, or RTI, to provide support for students based on their behavioral, academic, and social emotional skills. With the right […]

    Tagged With: Dyslexia & Struggling Readers

    STEAM Challenges for Block Play in Early Childhood

    Early Childhood

    STEAM Challenges for Block Play in Early Childhood

    Playing with blocks may appear simple, but manipulatives like blocks are an excellent way to encourage STEM and STEAM thinking patterns in early childhood. Not sure how to initiate block play, or how you can form a challenge for your early childhood learner? Read on and we’ll give you some ideas for creating fun, […]

    Tagged With: Work Together Wednesday

    Art Under the Microscope

    Arts & Crafts

    image of plant cell under a microscope

    Nature is undeniably beautiful. Artists can’t help but appreciate the Fibonnaci-inspired perfection of a nautilus shell, the symmetry of a snowflake, and the colors of the sunrise. And, like most things, a deeper look reveals even more beauty. Studying natural objects opens the door to an entire world of shapes, colors, and configurations of […]

    Tagged With: Art Lesson Plans

    Real Teacher Tips for Classroom Games Students Love

    Teacher Life

    teacher and students playing a table game

    Playing games in the classroom is an excellent way to increase engagement and motivate students to retain information. Prizes aren’t always necessary, and games also help build student relationships, which is a win for everyone involved. Check out these real teacher tips for playing classroom games that students love. Classroom Game Suggestions from Real […]

    Tagged With: Gamification, Group Activities & Games

    Art Lesson Plan: Observe and Invent Creative Microbiology in Clay

    Arts & Crafts

    If you haven’t studied the beautiful world of microbiology, you’re missing out! A quick Pinterest search presents thousands of spectacular images, each boasting vibrant colors, unique shapes, and incredible construction. Study the intricate network of golden blood vessels that surround the small intestine. Even the healthy, everyday bacteria that live symbiotically in our bodies […]

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    The Role of Math Manipulatives in the Classroom

    Math

    The Role of Math Manipulatives in the Classroom

    Manipulatives are physical objects that are used as teaching tools to engage students in hands-on learning. Over the years, educators have learned that the use of manipulatives in math instruction deepens understanding of concepts, makes skills practice meaningful, and increases retention and carryover of information in new problem-solving situations. 3 Reasons to Use Math Manipulatives […]

    Tagged With: Gamification

    Real Teacher Tips for Using Classroom Caddies

    Organization & Storage

    Caddies are the perfect mix of functionality and fun colors, and classroom caddies are one of many teacher tools that can make organization easier. Whether you prefer to use the caddies for arts and crafts or for manipulatives and games, there are plenty of options to consider. We asked teachers how they like to […]

    6 Ways to Organize Student Cubbies for Back to School

    Organization & Storage

    teacher reading a book to students with organized student cubbies in the background

    Student cubbies are an important part of every classroom, allowing students to keep their returned papers and sometimes their backpacks and coats in one convenient location. Whether you want small cubbies for returning assignments or larger cubbies, we’ve got ideas for helping you put them together and make them look great. Six Student Cubby […]

    Tagged With: Classroom Decorations

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