Educators often come up against the argument that the skills and concepts they are teaching in class have no real connection to daily life. When it comes to STEAM concepts, there are a million ways to capture the imagination and interest of students who are probably already using them every day. Give your students […]
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Preserving In-Process Clay Projects Between Class Periods
Art educators spend an enormous amount of time and energy finding and preparing exciting and engaging art lesson plans. Many ceramics projects take multiple class periods to complete, and keeping clay elastic and workable during that period of time requires that you create the ideal environment. The Ideal Wet Clay Storage Environment While it […]
Physics in Everyday Life: Examples for the Classroom
Physics, or the study of matter, energy, and the interactions between them, helps us to understand the laws and rules that govern the physical world. Not every student will grow up and study physics on a deeper level, but everyone uses basic physics concepts to navigate everyday life. Here are five examples to illustrate […]
Fit for Fun: Creating Fitness Board Games
By: Laura Prior, 2017-2018 SHAPE® Dance Teacher of the Year Everyone has a favorite board game growing up. As kids get older, the board games often dwindle into non-existence, put back on the shelves and never seen again. But! As time passes, and that particular game is brought up, immediate excitement and joy overtakes us. […]
Inspirational Whiteboard Quotes for the New Semester
Returning to the classroom after a break, whether long or short, can require some patience and discipline. Share in the adjustment to school like with your students and help them to make the transition as smooth as possible. Check out these ideas for inspirational whiteboard quotes to use when greeting your students at the […]
5 Must-Do Relaxation Techniques for Teachers over Winter Break
If you’ve got a few days away from your classroom during the winter months, take some time to engage in relaxing activities. They can help reduce stress levels while giving you an opportunity to reflect on successes from the first semester and prepare for the next. Try a few of these winter break must-do […]
Snowflakes and Winter Craft Projects for Kids
With winter comes more time indoors, and getting creative during the chilly months is great for students of all ages. These simple winter craft projects can help younger kids work on their fine motor skills, and you might end up with some really cute winter décor. Some easy snowflake and snowman art projects for […]
Indoor Sensory Play & Activities for Infants and Toddlers
Sensory play is for all children, as organizing and learning through stimuli is a key part of understanding the world. Babies and toddlers love to touch and feel everything, and are constantly putting things in their mouths. Choosing the right toys and sensory tools can help them to explore the world, and can offer […]
Snowman-Themed Classroom Arts & Crafts
It’s the time of year when snow falls and the temperatures dip. Keeping students engaged during the weeks and months of colder, darker weather can be a challenge. Use these snow-themed crafts, and decor ideas to make most of the winter season in your classroom. 5 Snowman Craft Projects for Kids If you can’t […]
Winter & Holiday-Themed Science Activities for Elementary Kids
Everyone looks forward to the holiday season. Why not incorporate that into your science class time through winter and holiday-themed activities. Physical science and winter weather go hand-in-hand, so check out these activity ideas around the ideas of mixtures and states of matter. Winter Holiday Physical Science Activities With the push for getting students […]
Meeting Challenges of Vocabulary Instruction for ELLs in Grades K-1
Teaching vocabulary presents a unique challenge because students in Kindergarten and grade 1 have limited or not-yet-developed reading skills,. Dr. Cheryl Dressler combines read-alouds by the teacher with a variety of visuals, including in-book illustrations, various types of picture-based activities, picture cards, and concept cards. The right combination of practice and instruction allows younger […]
Avoiding Distraction: Harnessing Technology in the Classroom
There are many things outside of an educator’s sphere of control. Many, many things. However, one thing that I take great pleasure in controlling through smart lesson design is engagement. Gone are the days that teachers can stand and deliver. Children are just not there anymore, and we have to adapt so that we […]
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