Technology seems to be everywhere these days. Although it is a great tool, sometimes we may not have access, or one simply wants their child to have a break from screens for a while. Here are some educational, technology-free activities families can do at home. Clean out bookshelves at home: Make a pile of […]
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How to Give Your Kids Social Time While Social Distancing
School is more than just learning the subject areas; it is also a time for students to develop and practice their social skills with peers. Being away from school may mean that students will miss that important interaction. Below are some creative ways to be social, while social distancing, by using technology. Each of […]
The 123’s of Teaching Children the ABC’s
My favorite series of novels is The Kinsey Millhone Alphabet Series by Sue Grafton. My children are Zack and Alex, Z to A. I am beginning to wonder how much of my life has been influenced by my many years of teaching the alphabet to early childhood students! Experience and research have given […]
Online Teaching Tips and Resources for Educators and Administrators
Online education, in some capacity, is here to stay. It has become a significant alternative for many districts and for many different reasons. As teachers, administrators, and students adjust and consider online teaching possibilities alongside in-person classrooms, many resources are available to help smooth out some of the inevitable bumps. We’ve compiled a list […]
Active Learning Increases Student Engagement
As this recent blog post indicates, active learning is a key strategy for increasing student engagement. Here’s how to design active learning environments that lead to deeper engagement in the learning process. According to Cornell University’s Center for Teaching Innovation, “Active learning methods ask students to fully participate in their learning by thinking, discussing, […]
4 STEAM/STEM Activity Ideas for Elementary Students
How do we get our children to be more engaged and creative? Many parents and educators ask this question. It becomes particularly difficult to answer when the day winds down, and kids want to turn off their brains and turn on their screens. But mixing some brain-stimulating activities that integrate STEAM/STEM time into your […]
Breaks For At-Home Learning
Do you have a child that has a meltdown around the same time every day? Having trouble with a kid who does not do well with recent at home learning changes? Are you a parent that feels you have to overuse the “Time Out” chair? You may have a child that has challenges with […]
Engaging At-Home Activities for Kids
When you’re in charge of giving kids something to do, it’s nice to always have something creative in your back pocket. Whether they’re stuck inside, or antsy from staring at a screen all day, these creative and fun at home activities will keep kids engaged and entertained. Easy At-Home Arts & Crafts: If you […]
Expert Tips on Grant Evaluation
To make the most of any grant money you receive, you need to have a plan for what you want to accomplish and how the received funds will help you achieve it. Unsurprisingly, the people you ask for the money also want to know these answers before they grant it to you. That’s why, […]
Shhh, Here’s a Secret to Help You Create More Inclusive Learning Environments
As we’ve noted before, students with sensory processing disorders can be overly sensitive to certain classroom stimuli, such as touch, lights, and sounds. For these students, being able to focus and learn effectively can be a challenge. When students become over-stimulated, they need a quiet place where they can calm and regulate their emotions […]
Lighting and Acoustics Play a Key Role in Creating Inclusive Classrooms
An estimated 7.5 million students receive special education or related services under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA), and one in 36 has been identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Educators are tasked with creating inclusive classrooms to meet diverse learning needs and ensure all students achieve high standards. Classroom design elements, such as […]
This Simple Strategy Can Increase Student Engagement for All Learners
In any classroom, there are always at least a few students who just can’t sit still. They’re constantly fidgeting, or twisting in their seat, or rocking their chair back and forth—and all the while, they’re having trouble focusing on the lesson at hand. For decades, the instinct of many teachers has been to stifle […]
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