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 […]
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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 […]
3 Ways to Track and Organize Art Supplies
Keeping track and organizing art supplies is a tedious but important part of managing your art room. It doesn’t have to be a daunting task if you plan ahead, so let’s get started! No matter the tracking system you choose, you’ll need to start with an accurate inventory. That means the first step is […]
STEAM for Early Childhood – Engineering
By now, educators are aware that the focus of education is shifting to the skills embedded in STEAM—science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math. If our country is going to remain competitive in the 21st century global economy, our students need to become much more proficient in these subjects. With that in mind, this […]
Homeschooling 101 – What are Workboxes?
What are Workboxes? Workboxes give your kids the ability to complete some schoolwork and learning independently – and give you a chance to get organized in advance. The workbox system is simple but powerful; you’ll add everything needed to complete one task into each box. Your child will then access the boxes, beginning with […]
Professional Tools Make Homeschooling Easier
Professional teaching supplies are often thought of as “strictly for the classroom” but, when your home is your classroom, professional tools can make learning much easier. In fact, items designed for classroom use often are better investments because they are designed for multiple users over many years. That means a rainbow-colored 12 ft. parachute can hold […]
Why Art Matters in the Special Education Classroom
According to special education experts at the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts, art of all types plays a big role in the education of special needs students. The most recent findings show that art education is valuable to students of any age who struggle with a disability, and that the arts can […]
Teaching Science for Early Childhood STEAM
Educators are aware that the focus of education has shifted to include teaching skills embedded in STEAM—science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math. In order for our country to remain competitive in the 21st-century global economy, our students need to become much more proficient in these subjects. By teaching science for early childhood STEAM […]
Where Project Based Learning Starts
To an outside observer, a peek into a classroom filled with engaged young children may look chaotic and that every child is doing their own thing. That is usually the case as the interests and skill levels of children five and under vary greatly. Learning centers provide a setting that accommodates early learners, with […]
Preparing Your Classroom: A Few Things Your Student with Special Needs Wishes You Knew!
1. Fluorescent lights bother me! It seems like they are blinking and/or buzzing and they make for extra glare on my paper. If you have a classroom with access to natural daylight (windows or skylights) please consider turning off the overhead lights at different intervals during the day. If this is not an option then […]