Today, most parents and educators alike know that children need at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise each day. While encouraging children to spend an hour being active might not seem like much of a challenge, the truth is that we’re living in a world where youngsters are spending more time glued to television […]
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5 Tips for Better Study Habits and Test Prep Skills
Developing time-management, planning and organization skills is essential for learning and retaining vital information. Combining these skills along with the right tools, such as planners, will help your students make positive study choices to successfully complete assignments and prepare for tests. 5 Ways to Get the Most Out of a Study Session Students can […]
9 Great End-of-Year Classroom Celebrations and Activities
It’s always fun to throw a party or put together a special activity to celebrate the end of the school year. Check out these 9 great end-of-the-year classroom celebrations. 1. Take a “One Grade Older” Field Trip Gather your students and coordinate with one of the teachers from the grade above yours to give […]
4 DIY Valentine’s Day Classroom Decor Ideas
A little change in classroom decor can make the sometimes dreary weather in February seem a little brighter. Students are sure to smile at the addition of cheerful hearts around the room. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, here are a few DIY ideas for getting your classroom decor decked out. Where to […]
How to Make This Year’s Classroom Organization Resolution a Success
Starting a New Semester and Getting the Classroom Organized Every January 1st, millions of Americans make resolutions that boil down to one thing: to somehow be better in the new year. While the top slots for popular resolutions consistently go to fitness and weight loss, getting organized almost always lands high on the list. […]
4 Reasons to Create Active Learning Spaces
Why Students Need Active Learning Spaces Contrary to traditional classroom practices, research is confirming what classroom teachers have long suspected – that reducing recess time and physical activity during a school day is having a negative impact on a student’s ability to learn. Research is proving that physical movement influences attention, organization, vision, speech, […]
Winter Holiday Group Games and Crafts for Kids
What better way to welcome the winter holiday spirit than with a few creative crafts and heart warming group activities? Deck the halls with some handmade décor projects or invoke a spirit of friendly competition filled with games and activities to try with a group of kids this holiday season. Read on to find […]
Your Classroom Holiday Wish List
The end of the first semester gives most teachers and students a sense of relief, as there’s a short break before the second semester begins. Getting the classroom ready to take on the rest of the academic year is an important part of returning to school, and we’ve gathered some useful inspiration for ways […]
Fitting Makerspace Time Into the Class Schedule
Not only is a makerspace an investment financially, but using it the way it is intended requires an investment of time. This leaves many educators puzzling over where the time to utilize the makerspace fits into their daily schedule. When do students get to use the makerspace? How is makerspace scheduling organized? We hope […]
Easy Handprint and Footprint Holiday Craft Ideas
The holiday season brings out the spirit of keepsake crafts, and there are few things as precious as the projects made with love and handprints. We’ve compiled a few ideas for putting kids hands and feet to work this year, and creating some fun and unique decorations for around the home. Read on and […]
Reading Games to Improve Literacy
National Family Literacy Day is celebrated on November 1st, making it a great time to incorporate more reading and reading-focused games into your home and community. Once you start reading more and enjoying word games, it doesn’t have to stop after National Family Literacy Day ends. Incorporating games and competition in the practice of important literacy […]
Thanksgiving Themed Kids Games and Crafts
The holiday season is just around the corner, and Thanksgiving is the start to all the fun. What better way to greet the Thanksgiving season than to gather your pilgrims, create some turkey crafts, and take part in a few turkey-themed activities? Keep reading and find the set-up and how-to help you need for […]
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