Include physical activity into every family event (e.g. parties, picnics, reunions, vacations, etc.). Choose activities that are fun for everyone; remember these do not need to be competitive or sports-oriented. You may have to invest in a few equipment items to help with this; some examples are flying discs, a smashball set, a soft […]
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Fun Fidgets for Calming
We all do it…fidget. Have you ever wondered why? Fidgeting is not just busy work. It acts as a sensory filter and helps us process incoming sensory information. For sensory over-responsive individuals, a calming fidget can literally be a lifesaver, helping to engage and relax. Yet excessive fidgeting can be annoying, distracting and harmful. […]
More Outdoors, Less Screen Time
It’s a beautiful summer day. Clouds drift across the sky like puffy, white dragons. The air is filled with the smell of freshly moed grass, tomato plants, and clean sheets on backyard clotheslines. It’s the type of day children dream about as they’re sitting at their school desks, fretfully scribbling out math equations or learning […]
Fibonacci Sequence 101
The Fibonacci sequence can be found everywhere in nature. It’s the ultimate catalyst for turning STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) into STEAM (add art). The influence of math in nature often finds its way into our favorite artistic and architectural subjects. The Fibonacci sequence was first discovered from ancient Sanskrit texts using Hindu-Arabic […]
Staying Active Over Summer Break
It’s finally summer break! Your kids have been working hard all school year long and now they get to sleep in and veg out all day, right? Of course not! Having so much free time over the summer is a nice break from the constant go, go, go schedule that often occurs during the […]
Building a Bird Oasis
It’s summertime, and that means there is a whole world of possibilities for activities your kids can do. It’s always fun to build new things with your kids and let them see it in action. If your kids love animals, get them to work building a DIY bird oasis for their feathered friends. Then […]
Keeping a Traveling Sketchbook
Whether you’re traveling to exotic places or just to the corner coffee shop, the lazy days of summer offer a dramatic change of pace from the sights and sounds of the school year. From colors and textures to shapes and compositions, capturing the cool things you see in a traveling sketchbook can provide inspiration […]
Organizing Solutions for the Teacher’s Desk
Most teachers face the common challenge of keeping their desks clean and organized. Student work, lesson plan paperwork, and other classroom supplies build up daily, so it’s understandable that organizing your teacher’s desk to keep it neat and clutter-free can be challenging. 5 Ways to Organize the Teacher’s Desk Fortunately, with a little effort […]
PLAY & PLAN: Amusement Park
Maybe you’re a roller coaster aficionado or you simply relish all the sights, sounds, smells and snacks associated with amusement parks near home and far away. Regardless of the reasons you love these fun centers, they are all ripe with possible lessons for your eager students this fall. Add a Little Action to Your […]
Sharable Classroom Technology to Stay On Budget
Trying to adopt the most updated technology to keep your students competitive with the rest of their peers in the nation, while also trying to maintain a reasonable budget, poses challenges for the most committed school district administrators. As you and your local school board search for ways to maintain high standards of delivering […]
What Causes Summer Slide?
Summer reading not only strengthens literacy skills, it also helps ensure kids stay in school. How can educators encourage kids to read on summer break? Summer reading loss, setback, or slide – no matter what you call it, most educators have seen the effects of a long break from school. It seems like you spend […]
Tips For Keeping Children Safe from the Sun
Summer is right around the corner. That means it’s time for backyard barbecues, pool parties, beach excursions, and a host of other outdoor activities. Fun in the sun is the name of the game in the summer months, but it’s important to keep children (and yourself!) safe from the sun’s UV rays and sunburn. […]
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