This year, why not take a page from your own lesson plan and wrap up those gifts with easy artwork that you create yourself? Here are some suggestions for making quick and clever work of holiday gift wrapping. Take-out Cartons If you plan to give small trinkets, stock up on miniature Chinese food cartons. They’re […]
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10 Fun Teacher Gift Ideas for the Holidays
Whether you want to deliver a gift for an educator in your life or need inspiration for a “Secret Santa” exchange with a coworker, here are a few teacher gift ideas to get you started. Choose one or a few to create a thoughtful teacher gift that may add a little extra holiday cheer […]
Create a Classroom Coloring Book
Coloring books have made a serious comeback, with all kinds of new offerings including adult coloring books and the ever-popular zentangle versions. Why not challenge your art students to create their own classroom coloring book, with each student contributing one page? Not only will it be a fun lesson for your students, but you’ll […]
Teaching Kids About Fire Prevention and Safety
Fire prevention and safety are important topics to cover. The sad fact is that home fires are all too common and result in the deaths of nearly 500 children per year. Many of these fatalities could have been prevented with adequate education and preparation. Helping kids understand how to prevent fires and what to […]
5 Ways to Make Your Classroom a Bully-Free Zone
Bullying affects at least one in every four students. That number may be even higher in reality because those affected are often ashamed or afraid to report the abuse. Your school may already have an anti-bully policy in place, but these five tactics can ensure that your classroom is a place for learning and […]
DIY Classroom Task Management Tips and Tricks
Seasoned teachers and newbies alike have an arsenal of tips and tricks to help manage their many classroom tasks throughout the day. These teacher favorite ideas are a starting point for practicing more effective classroom management. A DIY classroom management plan might be the right fit for you and your students — so check […]
4 Fall Festivals Celebrated Around the World
For centuries, people have been farming the land and celebrating the bounty with unique fall festivals. In years past, the bounty foretold the future. When the yield was scarce, hunger was imminent. However, a plentiful fall harvest meant food would be abundant throughout the winter months and beyond. On Thanksgiving Day, America still celebrates […]
Use Summer as a Spring Board for Learning
You’ve had a restful, relaxing summer and are ready to get back into the swing of things for your fall classes. But how can you capitalize on all that summer fun your students had? How do you transition back into the school year without losing all that energy that kids bring on their first […]
Be an Armchair Traveler with your Children this Summer
Pick a place — it doesn’t matter where — to learn about and explore virtually. A national park works just as well as an exotic foreign location. Learn about the flora and fauna, the language (or the accent), the kinds of sights a traveler would see, the foods available (from fast food to regional […]
Drumming in PE: Inclusive, Active, Fun!
By: Michael Doyle, 2014 SHAPE America Central District Adapted Physical Education Teacher of the Year In February of 2013 I attended the Central District SHAPE America conference in Jackson, Wyoming. During that conference I attended a session by Kim Morrissey from Kansas that introduced drumming on stability balls that were placed on buckets. Instantly […]
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 […]
Summer To Do List for Art Teachers
Summer is upon us. You made it through another school year, and the next several weeks are your reward. Make the most of your time with these tips to help compile your summer to-do list. Things All Art Teachers Should Do This Summer Sleep Sleep in, sleep late, sleep long, sleep in the middle […]
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