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 […]
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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 out […]
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 […]
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 […]
How to Make Everyone’s Vacation Fun Including Your Child with Special Needs
You’ve been thinking about summer vacation all year and it’s just around the corner. Whether you are headed to the beach, the mountains, the country, overseas, a road trip to visit family or doing a stay-cation, keeping all family members in mind will make your vacation run smoothly. Vacations can be highly therapeutic and […]
Keep the Juices Flowing All Summer Long
Summer is right around the corner. For students, that means 2 months of fun in the sun, video games, and late nights. Education doesn’t factor into that equation in large part, at least not willingly. But there are opportunities to keep the learning going even when S’mores and sleepovers are dominating their minds. And […]
5 Fun Summer Learning Ideas
School is over for the year, but that doesn’t mean learning, exploring, and teachable moments have to end for a child with the start of summer break. Summer is a great time for kids to relax, unwind, and play with their friends; at the same time, it’s also easy for kids to fall into an […]
Preparing Your Students for Summer Break
Summer break will be here before we know it, and for many teachers across the country, that means working hard in those last few weeks to finish up lesson plans, get final grades turned in, and get the classroom tidied up. One aspect of the impending summer vacation that you don’t want to neglect, […]
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