No matter how much kids might wish for summer during the school year, they inevitably start getting bored within two or three weeks of that final bell. Finding ways to keep the summer doldrums at bay by coming up with fun and educational plans to keep their bodies and their minds active can sometimes […]
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3Doodler Stencils: STEAM Project Ideas
3Doodler pens bring activities to life across a wide range of subjects. Educators and students are using 3Doodler pens in classrooms, makerspaces, STEAM labs, libraries and media centers, camps, museums, and workshops. That’s because 3Doodler pens are a fun, easy to use, and versatile tool for any space dedicated to making. Students can get […]
5 Alternatives to the Fidget Spinner
Just in case you have not heard, the Fidget Spinner is a viral phenomenon. Its popularity as a toy craze is a given, however, its application as a suitable fidget for children with special needs is a debated topic with both sides weighing in. Some schools are banning fidget spinners while others are advocating […]
6 Apps Every Physical Educator Needs
Mobile fitness applications are all the rage for people who want to get active and stay in shape. Smart wearables revenue is projected to hit $38 billion USD worldwide by 2018 – driven in large part by the demand for fitness trackers and accompanying apps. Physical education teachers can tap the same type of […]
How to Find Balance Over Summer Break
Teaching is not for the faint of heart. It’s a tough job that requires most of your focus during the school year. And let’s face it, that spills over into the summer, too. While it might be a challenge, it’s important for educators to practice self-care during summer break so the return to school […]
Why Fidget? Fidgets Benefit Kids with Special Needs
By: Robyn Colley, OTR/L As a Pediatric Occupational Therapist, I was trained on how the brain develops, what fuels attention, and why some children struggle. OTs are trained to teach children how to pay attention, and what their bodies need. We know the brain and the body communicate with one another all day long. […]
Parents as Partners in Early Learning
Winning the Super Bowl is the ultimate goal of every professional football player. Earning that title results from team effort. That same team approach is needed guiding a child’s learning and development success. Parents and educators can and should work together to encourage student success, starting from early childhood and continuing throughout a student’s […]
Classroom Libraries – The Full Picture
At just the mention of the word “library,” you might hear an “Shhhhhh!” rushing from the mouth of an unseen adult. Maybe you see intimidating stacks filled with book spines or breathe in that musty smell of shadowed aisles—nothing but a tomb for old books. Or perhaps “library” floods you with memories of paradise, […]
5 Summer Activities That Will Keep Your Child’s Brain in the Game
Summer is here, and while summer offers a great time for kids to relax and have fun, you don’t want them to lose all the progress they’ve made during the school year. It’s important to make sure your child stays involved in activities that keep his brain in great shape. Here’s a look at […]
L’Ouverture Elementary Brings Modern, 21st Century Learning Spaces to Students
The L’Ouverture Career Explorations and Technology Magnet School in Wichita, Kansas, recently completed a major classroom renovation project with School Specialty to outfit 18 classrooms (K-5) with innovative furniture and media technology solutions. This was part of a push by the Wichita Public Schools District to create a forward-thinking, more flexible, and collaborative environment for […]
3Doodler Model Town: STEM + History
We often discuss the classroom applications for 3Doodler in STEM subjects, or as a way for students to learn about emerging technologies. But the educational benefits of 3Doodler aren’t just restricted to math and science, as English teacher Eva Reilly shows. Reilly challenged her high school English class to make a model of their […]
When Words Are Not Understood
This clip of a set of twins having a wonderful conversation with each other in a language only they understand went viral a few years ago and it is still fun to watch! The video (which begs for subtitles!) is a fascinating look at early language, communication and listening skills. For these twins, it seems […]
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