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    Real Teacher Tips for an Anxiety-Free Classroom

    Teacher Life

    Keeping students calm is a key part of getting through lessons and projects. Once one student becomes overwhelmed and anxious, the feeling tends to spread to others in the room. In order to keep students anxiety-free this school year, these teachers offered their own tips for calming down their class. Read these tips and […]

    6 Ways to Organize Student Cubbies for Back to School

    Organization & Storage

    teacher reading a book to students with organized student cubbies in the background

    Student cubbies are an important part of every classroom, allowing students to keep their returned papers and sometimes their backpacks and coats in one convenient location. Whether you want small cubbies for returning assignments or larger cubbies, we’ve got ideas for helping you put them together and make them look great. Six Student Cubby […]

    Tagged With: Classroom Decorations

    Batik 101

    Arts & Crafts

    young student using a wax stamp to create batik art designs

    If you’re looking to shake things up in your art class or for a fun new project to try on your own, look no further than batik. This resist process is a fairly simple, age-old, Japanese tradition resulting in beautiful and unique hand-dyed fabrics. Batik involves the application of wax to cotton, silk, and […]

    Tagged With: 101 Art Series

    Setting the Tone for Success in Adapted Physical Education

    Physical Education

    Setting the Tone for Success in Adapted Physical Education

    By: Tracy Sharlow, 2016 National Adapted Physical Education SHAPE America® Teacher of the Year The development of a collaborative educational team approach, proactive strategies for success, and establishing trusting relationships with your students are key factors to setting the tone for a successful school year. Collaborative team engagement with other special education/therapy providers helps […]

    Tagged With: Adapted PE, Teacher of the Year

    6 Creative Ways to Use Caddies in Your Classroom

    Organization & Storage

    6 Creative Ways to Use Caddies in Your Classroom

    Storage and organization is something we all consider when purchasing supplies for a new school year. Keeping supplies clean, unbroken, and in their proper place might not always be possible, but classroom caddies can certainly help to make things a little easier. Check out these 6 creative ways to use colorful caddies and keep […]

    The Right Classroom to Support Special Learners

    21st Century Learning

    Strongsville Middle School – Strongsville, OH

    Students who require support for their varying exceptionalities need furnishings that are just that – varied. Many different exceptionalities tend to be grouped together in one classroom, making flexibility a paramount concern. But as we understand more about what these learners need to succeed, we are able to create furniture and equipment that provide […]

    Tagged With: Autism Awareness, Inclusion

    14 Teacher Must-Haves for Back to School

    Back to School

    Back to School Supplies

    There are items that every teacher needs, and there are items that every teacher wants. We’ve got a list of teacher must-haves that you will love. More Teacher Favorite Best Sellers & Tips Looking for more ways to take your classroom to the next level? Visit the online store or check out the other […]

    Tagged With: Classroom Decorations, Teacher Must-Haves

    How & Why 3D Printing Is Beneficial to Students

    STEAM & STEM

    How & Why 3D Printing Is Beneficial to Students

    The continually and ever-rapidly evolving nature of education in the technological world continues to expand possibilities for students. Everything from projection systems and screens to interactive learning systems have revolutionized the game for educators and students alike, but 3D printing offers students an unprecedentedly tangible approach to interactive learning in the comfort and budget-friendly confines of the classroom. […]

    3 Reasons We Owe Nikola Tesla a Thank You

    Inspiration & Planning

    3 Reasons You Owe Nikola Tesla a Thank You

    To say that Nikola Tesla was a man ahead of his time is an understatement. Born to Serbian parents, he immigrated to the United States in the 1860s and did manual labor before beginning his work as an inventor. Though he did not win commercial success, he had over three hundred separate patents—and many of […]

    Simple Everyday Ways to Help Kids Practice Math

    Math

    young girl practicing math skills at grocery store with her mom

    Showing kids everyday ways to practice math can give them more confidence in school and help them learn new real-life concepts. Consider these simple ways to help kids practice math over break. Creative Ways to Help Kids Practice Math Skills Outside of School You don’t necessarily need drill work or workbooks to help your […]

    Tagged With: At-Home Learning, Summer, Summer Slide

    6 Apps Every Physical Educator Needs

    Physical Education

    Mobile fitness applications are all the rage for people who want to get active and stay in shape. Smart wearables revenue is projected to hit $38 billion USD worldwide by 2018 – driven in large part by the demand for fitness trackers and accompanying apps. Physical education teachers can tap the same type of […]

    How to Find Balance Over Summer Break

    Teacher Life

    teacher reading a novel and holding a coffee cup, relaxing over summer break

    Teaching is not for the faint of heart. It’s a tough job that requires a lot of focus during the school year—and let’s face it, that spills over into the summer, too. While it might be a challenge, educators need to practice self-care during summer break so the return to school in the fall […]

    Tagged With: Summer

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