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    Transform Your Classroom & Boost Student Engagement with Dry Erase Surfaces

    Classroom Management

    As a teacher, you already know how important it is to immerse students in print and probably already make a habit of displaying brightly-colored text and graphics in your classroom. You have probably also discovered that children love the opportunity to draw or write on your whiteboard. While you may provide opportunities for students to […]

    Beyond the Banana: 10 Ideas for Still Life Compositions

    Arts & Crafts

    Beyond the Banana: 10 Ideas for Still Life Compositions

    Whether you’re drawing or painting, composition counts just as much as execution. And, while fruit is delicious and nutritious, let’s face it, it’s a little played out on the still life scene. Below are 10 ideas to try as you practice setting up interesting compositions. Toys Jack in the Box, teddy bears, bouncing balls, […]

    Increase Reading Comprehension at Any Grade Level

    Reading & Literacy

    Increase Reading Comprehension at Any Grade Level

    The ability to analyze and interpret diverse fiction and nonfiction texts is the foundation of reading comprehension. As a student gets older, he or she should be able to effectively use reading comprehension skills and strategies on increasingly complex works. Because each student learns to comprehend in their own way at their own pace, […]

    Tagged With: Dyslexia & Struggling Readers

    Artesanía: Celebrating Cinco de Mayo in the Classroom

    Celebrations & Themes

    cinco de mayo graphic with papel picado artesanía

    On May 5, 1862, the Mexican army unexpectedly defeated the French in the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. Although not the end of the war, the victory was a testament to the Mexican military’s unshakeable spirit and inspired the Cinco de Mayo celebrations we still see today. Outside of the state of […]

    Tagged With: Spring

    5 Reasons to Remember Teacher Appreciation Week

    Celebrations & Themes

    smiling teacher reading with happy students

    Teacher Appreciation Week is a tried-and-true tradition built on respect for some of America’s greatest heroes. But it’s easy to forget that showing appreciation for teachers accomplishes more than just making them feel like their hard work is recognized. 5 Reasons to Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week While their dedication and passion should be reason […]

    Tagged With: Teacher Appreciation

    10 Soccer Ball Drills and Games for Physical Education

    Physical Education

    elementary age soccer players celebrating

    Ball games and drills are crucial for solidifying the skills that young soccer players need to succeed. Grasping the game’s intricacies becomes second nature when the right activities are used to enforce the skills they need to take their gameplay to the next level. 1. Soccer Dribbling Designed for kids in grades kindergarten through […]

    Tagged With: Group Activities & Games

    A Teacher’s Reflection & Goals

    Teacher Life

    The end of the school year can be filled with a flurry of activities leaving you a little dazed and feeling a little let down as you send your class on to the next teacher. But this is no time to waste energy on things you can’t change. Now is a great time to sit […]

    Finding Tech Funding for Your Classroom

    Educational Technology

    Finding Tech Funding for Your Classroom

    We know how mind-numbing it can be to search and apply for grants and funding for your classroom. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to get gadgets into your classroom without actually taking money out of your own pocket. We decided to make it a little bit easier by showing you some opportunities that you can take […]

    Water Game Ideas for Field Day

    Physical Education

    young children player water games and racing down a water slide

    If the weather cooperates, water games are a great addition to field day activities. Check out these ideas for bringing water games and challenges to your school’s field day activity list! Tips for Adding Water Games to Field Day Water games are always a huge hit with kids and a nice touch to add […]

    Tagged With: Field Day, Group Activities & Games

    Using Music to Unlock Learning Opportunities for Children with Autism

    Special Needs

    Using Music to Unlock Learning Opportunities for Children with Autism

    By: Cathy Bollinger, Board Certified Music Therapist According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in 68 children has autism spectrum disorder (ASD). A new government survey of parents suggests that 1 in 45 children between the ages of 3 and 17 has ASD. Many of us are directly involved with someone […]

    Tagged With: Autism Awareness, Music Monday, P21 Skills for Today

    Tips for a Successful Field Day

    Physical Education

    Tips for a Successful Field Day this Spring

    Every spring all over the world, schools are preparing to put on a Field Day for their students. Preparation and planning can help to ensure that everyone enjoys and participates in a day full of Field Day fun. Go through this list of tips to make sure you’ve got the bases covered for a successful Field […]

    Tagged With: Field Day

    5 Books to Honor Earth Day in the Classroom

    Celebrations & Themes

    little girl reading earth day books next to globe

    Preparing children for Earth Day by reading quality books helps them build their background knowledge and increases student engagement in Earth Day activities. Whether your students participate in school-wide Earth Day projects or celebrate the day with classroom activities, setting the stage is important. Consider these delightful educational books for Earth Day designed with early […]

    Tagged With: Spring

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