Summer brings long days of family fun, relaxation, and spending time together. However, it’s also a time when some children experience the “summer slump” and lose some of the educational gains they made during the academic year. To avoid summer learning loss and build quality family time, parents can tailor summer fun opportunities to […]
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Go for Gold: 5 Olympic Activities for the Classroom
Whether you’re a new teacher or an experienced educator, you know that special events in the classroom can catch student interest and make real-world events more accessible and meaningful. With the 2016 Olympics fast approaching, here are some simple ways to bring the Olympics into your classroom for learning fun and student engagement. 1. […]
Daily Living and Social Skills
Expert Tips on Daily Living Skills- Transitions Many students with autism are visual learners. Visual cues are the best intervention for a nonverbal student. They assist and inform students of the rules, their schedule and changes in their routines. For example, the teacher can create a person locator system with visual cue cards, which […]
5 Summer Blasts for Social Skills
School’s out for summer!… but so is the structured routine that many children with special needs so often need. The daily school tasks also provide the opportunity to practice social skills in context. But don’t despair, to keep the momentum going over summer here are a few great tips to keep kids connecting: 1. To encourage […]
Use the Summer to Rest, Refresh and Regroup
When the school year is over, it’s time to push back and do something for yourself. But that doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t think at all about prepping for the coming term. Just be good to yourself as you go about it. Learn a new skill, explore a new subject, take foreign language classes, enroll […]
George I. Sanchez Collaborative Community School: A Focus on Collaborative Learning
With the adoption of 21st Century Learning initiatives nationwide, administrators at Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) realized it was high time to implement forward-thinking learning facilities in their district. In 2013, work began on an innovative K-8 project that would be called the George I. Sanchez Collaborative Community School. Collaborate, Collaborate, Collaborate! APS’ architectural and […]
Increase Reading Time with Classroom Libraries
Teachers know that some kids don’t read for fun. Kids would rather play video games, watch TV, or even do household chores than sit down with a book. Educators recognize this is a challenge because they see generations of students missing out on countless opportunities. The benefits of reading have been widely reported. From […]
Write, Create, and Study Sensory Spaces
We know what a challenge it can be to keep children happy, active and engaged in learning! We have compiled several simple, creative ideas for sensory solutions for everyday activities. Our innovative concepts can help you with fresh ideas to transform a corner into a unique Sensory Space that fits your budget. Study Space […]
7 Survival Tips for Summer School
Summer school can be an overwhelming or frustrating undertaking for educators facing disengaged students. Use these 7 survival tips to get ready and prepare students for a summer of growth and learning. 7 Ways to Make Summer School More Engaging These 7 tips might not be groundbreaking, but keeping stress levels low and boosting […]
Leading the Way in School Audio Technology for 70 Years
Educators have come to depend on Califone as a source for audio products that support learning and are durable enough to withstand the demands of the school environment. Califone has been a leading innovator of audio technology in the classroom since its founding in 1946. Milestones including the first phonograph player for classroom use, […]
Fun Fidgets for Calming
We all do it…fidget. Have you ever wondered why? Fidgeting is not just busy work. It acts as a sensory filter and helps us process incoming sensory information. For sensory over-responsive individuals, a calming fidget can literally be a lifesaver, helping to engage and relax. Yet excessive fidgeting can be annoying, distracting and harmful. […]
Fibonacci Sequence 101
The Fibonacci sequence can be found everywhere in nature. It’s the ultimate catalyst for turning STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) into STEAM (add art). The influence of math in nature often finds its way into our favorite artistic and architectural subjects. The Fibonacci sequence was first discovered from ancient Sanskrit texts using Hindu-Arabic […]
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