With only so many minutes in the day, teachers must remain highly organized to make effective use of their time. In fact, many state curricula mandate a certain number of hours of instructions in particular subjects. Between recess, extracurriculars, lunch, and unplanned activities throughout the day, it can be difficult for educators to manage […]
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Finding The Win In Failure: National Inventors’ Day
National Inventors’ Day is February 11. This is a great reason to visit the library and ask for a book about American Inventors. The various stories of inventors and the inventions they are famous for make fascinating reading. Their stories are interesting because things don’t always happen easily. How interesting is a story with no plot […]
Sensory Spaces – Touch-Pressure-Vibration
Hot, cold, bumpy, soft, hard, shaky? A good touch can be texture to our fingers like music is to our ears and it is at the foundation of our learning experiences. Young to senior, our fingers and our entire touch system aids us in the learning process. Our sense of touch helps us to […]
Choosing and Caring for Anatomical Models in Your Classroom
The human body is a complex structure and the study of gross anatomy is equally intricate. The right anatomical model provides a multifaceted view of various components, systems, and organs. Here’s how to choose the right anatomical model and how to maintain it. What Is an Anatomical Model? Without visual tools at your disposal, […]
Stroudsburg High School – Case Study
Stroudsburg Turns to School Specialty to Update High School In 2011, the Stroudsburg Area School District in Stroudsburg, PA decided to completely overhaul Stroudsburg High School in order to offer the community a more comprehensive and cutting-edge educational environment. To achieve its lofty goals, the District needed a specialist partner to fulfill all of […]
The Scientific Method vs. The Engineering Design Process
Both scientists and engineers contribute to the world of knowledge, but because scientists and engineers have different goals, they follow different processes. Scientists study how nature works and use the scientific method as a framework for performing experiments. To test whether an observation is true, they ask questions and develop experiments to try and answer […]
Senseable Sensory Spaces to Fit Your Budget
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 […]
4 Tips To Give Your Art Projects Mass Appeal
The goal of every art teacher is to turn their classroom into a group of young artists. You may have noticed, however, that not all of your students are automatically drawn to art. If you have trouble with art engagement for all the students in your elementary school class, don’t worry. Below we’ll discuss […]
Teachers’ Lounge Wishlist
Teachers don’t get much downtime during the day, but when they have a few extra minutes to relax and enjoy a snack, a well-designed teacher’s lounge can help staff feel appreciated. Here are a few things to consider adding to your school’s teacher’s lounge. A Good Coffee Maker One essential for keeping many teachers […]
4 Easy Presidents’ Day Activities for the Classroom
We know how much you love making the same paper Lincoln every year, but just in case, how about some fresh Presidents’ Day activities for your classroom? We’ve collected some fast, easy, and fun ideas for your celebration. Each idea not only incorporates a president or two but also some STEM, physical movement, or […]
4 Valentine’s Day Celebration Games & Activities for the Classroom
Liven up your classroom Valentine’s Day celebration by adding fun games and activities to the schedule! The best games are easy to plan, easy to set up, and easy to play, allowing kids to quickly grasp the rules and the adults to easily monitor. Valentine’s Day-Themed Classroom Activities Any of these games can be […]
Outdoor Learning Spaces – Extending Learning Beyond the Walls
Two cultural shifts are combining to have a detrimental effect on our children. This generation spends roughly half as much time outside as children 20 years ago. Meanwhile, between digital learning in school and free time at home, they spend about six hours looking at a screen. A main source of time outside—physical education—is […]
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