It’s hard to tell whether it’s life imitating art or art imitating life in this trompe l’oeil, created by 8th grader Tanner Higgins. Titled The Zebra, this black and white pencil drawing blurs the line between past and present, drawing the viewer into the partially completed scene with the expertise of a much older […]
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Celebrate Trivia Day with These Sharable Fun Facts
Wednesday, January 4th is National Trivia Day. Fun yet educational trivia games and contests are an excellent way to get your students back into the swing of things after the holiday break. We’ve rounded up some cool facts in a variety of categories, perfect for sharing with students. Classroom trivia works well in a […]
Keeping Your Classroom Healthy Throughout Flu Season
Flu season is quickly approaching, and for many teachers, this brings along feelings of dread; after all, when you work with little ones, it can be difficult to keep the germ-spreading to a minimum. Check out these tips and products for keeping your school and learning spaces as germ-free as possible. Fighting the Spread […]
Holiday Sensory Indoor Fun
Brrr…seems like old man winter has a grip on much of the nation right now. Although the holidays and winter are a great time for sensory outdoor activities (see our blog on Sensory Exploration) in some areas, the weather can impact the fun and safety of being in nature. All children, especially those with […]
6 Tips to Recharge Over Winter Break
Whether on a year-round or traditional academic schedule, you’re ready for winter break when it rolls around. Not only are the days shorter and colder, but you’ve given your all to students, parents, and administrators for months. Now it’s finally time to relax, refresh, and rejuvenate. Here are some ways to recharge over winter […]
Are You a Good Role Model for Your Students When It Comes to Healthy Behaviors?
While parents may be their children’s first role models, teachers and other school staff are also very influential in shaping nutritional and physical activity behaviors of students. From kindergarten through high school, kids typically spend 6+ hours each day, 5 days a week, 180 days a year, at school. With that amount of time, […]
Gift Ideas for Children with Special Needs
Do you have a child with special needs on your holiday list? Sometimes off-the-shelf gifts just aren’t quite designed for inclusion. Don’t despair! Check out the full assortment to find the best, budget-friendly solutions from the online store. From our fidget and oral motor tool classics like the Tangle Therapy and Chewlery to our […]
5 Holiday DIY Decorating Ideas for the Classroom
Since winter break is quickly approaching, it’s time to start thinking about decorating your classroom for the holiday season. You don’t have to spend a lot of money to transform your classroom into a holiday delight. With a bit of work and a few supplies, you can add some holiday cheer for kids to […]
Outdoor Adventure for Everyone!
By: Taralyn (Tari) Garner, NBCT, CAPE, Central District Teacher of the Year Teaching outdoor adventure activities can be an amazing experience for your students, and outdoor adventure is appropriate for any grade level. You can teach outdoor adventure activities with some of the equipment you already have tucked away in your storage closet, a […]
STEAM in Early Childhood: Math Center
There is growing concern in our country regarding a lack of qualified applicants for jobs that require a STEM/STEAM skill set. The need for students with a STEAM skill set has lead to an emphasis on science, technology, engineering and mathematics – with the addition of the arts to promote creative and innovative thinking. […]
Surviving the Holidays and Children with Sensory Processing Challenges
By: Diana Henry, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA The holiday season is here! Parents and caregivers who have children with sensory processing challenges need to have strategies to provide “sensory safe” environments when possible. One or more sensory systems (e.g., hearing, seeing, touching, moving or smelling) may need to be ‘tuned up’ to prevent a meltdown. […]
Sciencing in Early Childhood
Spell check may not like the word sciencing but I believe it makes perfect sense in the world of young children. Science is a noun but to describe what our future scientists are doing in classrooms across the country today, we definitely need an action word – a verb. As a three-year-old with a […]
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