Every teacher develops their own list of essential classroom must-have items, but there are some basic supplies everyone could use. These items might enhance learning, create more space through organization, streamline lesson planning, or all of the above. Whether it’s your first year of teaching or your 25th, this list can contribute toward a […]
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Is There a Place for Art in Early Childhood?
With so much emphasis on academic preparation in the early years of a child’s life, it can seem that there is little time for more creative pursuits in preschool and kindergarten classrooms. Where toddlers and kindergartens of the past spent plenty of time with finger paints, coloring, and playing with clay, modern preschools emphasize […]
Spring Classroom Decoration Ideas
Spring is a fun time of year because it has so many changes in weather. All the changes in temperature make the world around us wake up, and bringing this dynamic into the classroom is easy. Pinterest boards show some inexpensive, creative ways to welcome Spring into the classroom. It’s also popular to get a […]
Strategies to Help Increase Activity During PE
The CDC recommends that kids take 11,500 or more steps and/or have at least 60 minutes of physical activity per day. If we were to rely on this happening in school, sadly, most kids would be out of luck. Only the very fortunate students receive daily PE. Research shows that despite the plethora of […]
Choosing and Caring for Anatomical Models in Your Classroom
The human body is a complex structure and the study of gross anatomy is equally intricate. The right anatomical model provides a multifaceted view of various components, systems, and organs. Here’s how to choose the right anatomical model and how to maintain it. What Is an Anatomical Model? Without visual tools at your disposal, […]
Daily Tips to Stay Happy and Healthy All Week Long
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 […]
5 Unconventional Physical Education Activities
Students and teachers are all familiar with the old standby PE games like tag, tetherball, kickball, dodgeball, and capture the flag. However, in some parts of the US and internationally, there are physical education programs incorporating unconventional physical education activities into their PE lesson plans. Instead of the typical jumping jacks, pushups, and laps […]
The Art Cart: Not Just For Traveling Teachers Anymore!
If you’re a specialist who has to move from classroom to classroom, you already know how a great cart can get you where you’re going and keep all your supplies handy along the way. After all, your well-being depends on having a home base you can wheel around your school. Keep on rolling along! […]
Essential Items for Classroom Organization
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 […]
10 Fun Ways to Rest, Relax and Recharge Over Winter Break
Start your countdown — Christmas vacation is almost here! Of course, you still have to get through holiday concerts, kids on a sugar high from all the cookies and candy, dealing with stressed-out parents and one big classroom party before you can get 2015 in the books, but it’s so close you can almost taste […]
Your Holiday Break Checklist So You Can Enjoy the Holidays
Students aren’t the only ones who look forward to the holiday break. Teachers and administrators also enjoy spending time with family and friends. Many educators spend part of the break preparing their classrooms for the return of students in January. A proactive approach will allow you to truly enjoy your holiday break while being […]
10 Tips for an Attitude Adjustment
The holidays are nearly here and odds are teachers are really ready for a break! Months of being “on”—giving your very best to every art class and every student every day—may have taken a toll on your attitude and maybe even your self-esteem. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, undervalued, or just plain worn out heading […]