As part of a district-wide initiative to reinvent its libraries, Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori School in Charleston County, South Carolina, has transformed its media center from a place for quiet study to an active hub for creativity and collaboration. Aided by School Specialty, the school’s library now supports 21st-century learning much more effectively. “Our […]
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How Active Learning Improves Student Outcomes
Active learning is an approach to instruction in which students are actively engaged in the learning process, instead of just sitting and taking in information. Research suggests that it’s more effective at promoting deeper learning and understanding than traditional “sit and get” approaches—and it benefits students in other ways as well. Active learning can […]
These Three Schools Have Created Game-Changing Learning Environments. Here’s How
Game-changing learning environments give students agency over their learning. They make students feel connected to the school community. They leverage technology to support instruction. And they introduce flexibility to meet the needs of every student. These features (and others) have the potential to transform teaching and learning and improve student outcomes dramatically. That’s what […]
Must-Have Math Skills Puzzles & Games
Gamification of important concepts and skills can help students to enjoy practice. Math skills puzzles and games come in many forms, and are available for students of all ages. Check out these must-have and best-seller math skills games for the classroom. Classroom Math Games & Puzzles Students Love Get students engaged in using their […]
Women in STEM: Dr. Mae Jemison Facts & Discussion Questions
The STEM field has long been an area of study filled with men. This makes it even more important to educate all students about the women in STEAM and STEM fields who have made a mark on history. For this activity, you’ll introduce students to Dr. Mae Jemison, an engineer, physician, and former NASA […]
Tips & Ideas for Hosting a Student Art Show
The thought of hosting an art show may seem overwhelming, but the tips below may alleviate some stress. Your students will feel like superstars and their families and friends will enjoy seeing their work. Here are three important steps to making your student art show a success. Three Important Steps to Hosting a Successful […]
Spring Creative Writing Prompts for Kids
Make spring a celebration of the change in seasons in your classroom. It’s an exciting time for students as they start to think about warmer weather, and it’s a busy time for teachers who are getting their classrooms cleaned up. Take some brain breaks throughout the day to give students a creative writing prompt […]
Oil Spill Classroom Lesson Plan Idea for Earth Day
Earth Day opens the door to some more in-depth exploration and discussion about human impact on the environment. These classroom products and lesson plan ideas can get your students in the Earth Day spirit while teaching them the history of oil spills and how they impact nature. Environment Books for Your Classroom Library There […]
Where Should a Multi-Sensory Environment Live in Your School?
A bubble wall murmurs steadily while hanging egg chairs provide a quiet space to listen or work. Ambient lighting choreographed with music allows a display of patterns on an otherwise dreary wall corridor. Essential oil of lavender is diffused at intervals to reduce anxiety. Sounds like a Multi-Sensory Environment (MSE) right? Well…not exactly! The […]
Starting a Teaching Job Mid-Year: What to Do Over Winter Break
The new semester is starting soon, and for freshly hired teachers, this means that it’s time to get everything ready before the storm hits. Not only will you be starting that first day without knowing the kids in your class, but you’ll be getting used to a new classroom space, building, and school culture. […]
Must-Have Tools and Manipulatives for a Classroom Math Center
Creating a classroom math center that students look forward to visiting can be a challenge. Arts and crafts and the library often seem much more entertaining to them. It might take a little creativity and some new tools and supplies, but creating a fun and engaging math center for your students is possible. Creating […]
School Specialty Featuring EPS and Coach at ILA
This year’s International Literacy Association (ILA) Conference is being held in Austin, TX, on July 22-24. Will you be attending? School Specialty will be there with information on the latest products and updates from EPS Literacy and Intervention curriculum and tools. If you haven’t been before, the Annual ILA Conference is a gathering of […]
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