Did you know that January 11th is National Clean Off Your Desk Day? (It’s totally true — there’s a day for everything!) If you’re like most teachers, your classroom desk is in danger of being lost beneath a pile of paper. Worksheets, IEPs, sub plans, cafeteria menu calendars — it’s all there. Sure, people talk about […]
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Benefits of Music and Dance in PE Class
Music is a timeless element that has existed since humans first created rhythms from beating sticks and stones. It is powerful, drawing deep emotions and memories buried in the thick of things. But most of all, music stimulates the mind, body, and soul. Physical education teachers have implemented music and dance into their curricula […]
How to Get Additional Funding for Classroom Technology
Between the United States’ government’s push to ensure that our students keep up with the 21st century’s technological advances and demands to stay competitive and the differentiated learning that technology provides, you understand the critical importance of having plenty of the right classroom technology for your students. On the other hand, as a modern […]
What Your Desk Says about Your Teaching Style
The teacher’s desk is arguably the most important part of a teacher’s room. For some, everything has a place and if one thing is moved it will bother them until it is righted. And then there are those who thrive in… shall we say organized chaos. The way a teacher keeps their desk says […]
Essential Items for Classroom Organization
At the halfway point of the school year, many teachers take time to reflect on what’s working and what’s not working in their classroom. Many factors can throw off an otherwise great lesson plan or learning experience. One of those is lacking necessary items for a system of classroom organization. Having an organized classroom […]
Tech on a Budget: Ways to Outfit Your Classroom Without Breaking the Bank
So, it’s the beginning of another school year, and you’ve been told that your school’s technology budget has once again been cut. While this might mean that your school won’t be seeing any fancy, interactive whiteboards any time soon, it doesn’t have to mean that you or your students have to suffer. In fact, […]
4 Tips for Managing Teacher Stress
Teachers are known for their dedication to others, their long hours, and the sacrifices they make every day. While having a humanitarian job may fill you with satisfaction, it doesn’t always make for the most stress-free working environment. Unfortunately, burnout is a serious problem in the educational sphere. If you don’t want that to happen […]
3D Printing: What’s the Buzz About?
As an educator, or as a school administrator, 3D printing has probably grabbed your attention, setting your imagination in motion as you envision the potential impact it could have on your students. What Is 3D Printing? Also known as additive manufacturing (AM), 3D printing was originally developed in the early 1980s, and developers have […]
Cafetoriums and Food Courts – Not Just a Pretty Place
In many schools, the cafeteria is the largest open space. It is often one of the few revenue-generating spaces in the building. Unfortunately, more often than not, it is also underutilized. If designed progressively, the cafeteria can become more of a cafetorium—a place for eating as well as performance and events. This opens a […]
Celebrating the Day of the Dead in the Classroom
Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is celebrated on November 1st and 2nd in southern and central Mexico and around the world. The day is set aside to celebrate, remember, and welcome back the souls of deceased relatives. It often features skeletons, altars, and skull decor. Altars with food offerings, […]
Need it, Want it, It Would be Nice – Homeschooling Gadgets and Toys
Homeschooling requires some expenditures each year – the amount you spend and the items you feel are a priority are going to be as unique as you are. Learning more about what you need – or must have – and what items you simply want can help you prioritize your purchases and avoid blowing […]
Create a Pumpkin Book Report Project this Fall
Whether you are looking for a way to incorporate the pumpkins you picked up at the pumpkin patch into an activity or simply want to create a seasonal project for the classroom, a pumpkin book report puts a fun spin on this classroom classic. Pumpkins are portable enough to carry, so basing the report […]