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    Fun Physical Activity Breaks for Your Classroom

    Healthy Students

    children and teacher taking physical activity break in classroom

    With many schools cutting back on recess time to make more room for test prep and challenging academic work, it’s more important than ever to remember just how important daily exercise is for kids. Childhood obesity is at dangerous levels, and many kids don’t get the exercise they need for good health. Even if your school […]

    Tagged With: Group Activities & Games, Winter

    5 Rainy Day Teacher Activities

    Teacher Life

    When it’s too cold or raining outside, teachers often have the job of playing entertainer to their students who are trapped indoors. For some teachers this will set off a panic attack as they picture their classroom being destroyed by their young students. There is always the option of finding a movie or cartoon for […]

    Daily Tips to Stay Happy and Healthy All Week Long

    Education Essentials

    Teaching is an incredibly time-consuming job, and sometimes you’re so busy that there’s no time left over for yourself to eat right or get enough exercise. It can leave you totally stressed out. You can’t give your students your best without taking care of yourself, so it’s important to practice some self-care throughout the week — it can’t wait […]

    4 Steps to Planning a Presidents’ Day Show

    Celebrations & Themes

    girl dressed up as statue of liberty costume

    Putting on a Presidents’ Day show gives your students a chance to shine while helping them retain valuable information about US history. Whether you start with a pre-written play or create your own, it is surprisingly easy to put on a show your kids will enjoy and remember for years! Choose a Story You […]

    Tagged With: Group Activities & Games, Holiday Crafts & Activities

    4 Easy Presidents’ Day Activities for the Classroom

    Celebrations & Themes

    presidents on mount rushmore with united states flag overlay

    We know how much you love making the same paper Lincoln every year, but just in case, how about some fresh Presidents’ Day activities for your classroom? We’ve collected some fast, easy, and fun ideas for your celebration. Each idea not only incorporates a president or two but also some STEM, physical movement, or […]

    Tagged With: Group Activities & Games, Holiday Crafts & Activities

    Using Zentangle in the Classroom: What it is, Why it Works

    Classroom Management

    diy zentangle art piece, partially filled in

    Zentangle—or the art of creative doodling—is more than just a mindless art process or a way to create a fun piece of artwork. Zentangle techniques can boost concentration, bust stress, and even help with fine motor skills—three very useful effects for the typical classroom. Key Benefits of Zentangle in the Classroom While Zentangle has […]

    16 Classroom Organization Hacks

    Organization & Storage

    Paperwork, book bags, school supplies… the list is never-ending. Without organization a classroom can become chaotic and hinder the learning process. So, what’s a teacher to do? Here you will find help to tame the beast of “stuff” in your classroom. 1. Color code Color code everything! It is a visual reminder of what goes where […]

    Benefits of Music and Dance in PE Class

    Physical Education

    young students dancing in PE class

    Music is a timeless element that has existed since humans first created rhythms from beating sticks and stones. It is powerful, drawing deep emotions and memories buried in the thick of things. But most of all, music stimulates the mind, body, and soul. Physical education teachers have implemented music and dance into their curricula […]

    Tagged With: Music Monday, P21 Skills for Today

    How to Get Additional Funding for Classroom Technology

    Educational Technology

    How to Get Additional Funding for Classroom Technology

    Between the United States’ government’s push to ensure that our students keep up with the 21st century’s technological advances and demands to stay competitive and the differentiated learning that technology provides, you understand the critical importance of having plenty of the right classroom technology for your students. On the other hand, as a modern […]

    Media Centers – Not Just for Books

    21st Century Learning

    Media Centers – Not Just for Books

    Over the past few decades, what were once libraries transformed into media centers. This change reflected an increasing reliance by students on media and technology and a decreasing reliance on books. The inventory of books was thinned out as research started coming from CD-ROMs, and eventually the Internet. Somewhere along the line, the media […]

    Tagged With: Learning Environments

    What Your Desk Says about Your Teaching Style

    Teacher Life

    Young teacher using sticky notes when preparing for classes

    The teacher’s desk is arguably the most important part of a teacher’s room. For some, everything has a place and if one thing is moved it will bother them until it is righted. And then there are those who thrive in… shall we say organized chaos. The way a teacher keeps their desk says […]

    Tagged With: desk, organization, teaching style

    Essential Items for Classroom Organization

    Organization & Storage

    yellow desktop showing items items for an organized teacher's classroom desk

    At the halfway point of the school year, many teachers take time to reflect on what’s working and what’s not working in their classroom. Many factors can throw off an otherwise great lesson plan or learning experience. One of those is lacking necessary items for a system of classroom organization. Having an organized classroom […]

    Tagged With: Teacher Must-Haves, Time Management

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