Biology is not your basic science course. The term is derived from the Greek word bios, meaning life, and the suffix –logia, meaning study. An education in this natural science involves the study of all living things, including microorganisms, fungi, plants, and the many different animals that inhabit the earth; a biology course introduces students to […]
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Music in Our Schools Month: Get Your Classroom Humming!
With all the focus on STEM and standardized testing, the arts can wind up taking a back seat in the curriculum. That’s why it’s more important than ever to celebrate Music in Our Schools Month every March. After all, research supports the idea that music helps young brains develop in important ways, so adding […]
Spring Classroom Decoration Ideas
Spring is a fun time of year because it has so many changes in weather. All the changes in temperature make the world around us wake up, and bringing this dynamic into the classroom is easy. Pinterest boards show some inexpensive, creative ways to welcome Spring into the classroom. It’s also popular to get a […]
Environmental Science: Exploring Interconnectedness
Figuring out just how things are “hitched” together like this is an ongoing and important task, one that musters the efforts of all different kinds of scientists. The survival of our species—especially given our ever-booming population—depends on better understanding the workings of our planet and our impact on it. “When we try to pick […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
6 Teacher Strategies for the Week Before Winter Break
The week leading up to winter break is designed for chaos—parties, assemblies, and winter craft activities make it easy for a classroom to get carried away. This year, try out some of our preplanned strategies to keep your classroom organized and stress-free. 6 Ways Teachers Can Plan the Week Before Winter Break Built-in activities […]
Multicultural Lesson Opportunity: Holiday Tales & Customs from Around the World
The holidays are an excellent opportunity to provide students with a larger view of the world around them. The best place to start is with the family traditions each student has at home. Even a single family unit has a diversity of traditions, and parents can share the ways their childhood celebrations are a […]
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 […]
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