I recently wrote a blog article entitled Block Play – What’s Really Going On? that highlighted Harriet Johnson’s research on the stages of block play. Knowledge of these stages can allow educators to gather a lot of information about children’s learning as well as help them scaffold and assess, but they are just one […]
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Rethinking School Spaces and Structures to Maintain Proper Distancing Amid COVID-19
Note: This article is part of a series on what school environments might look like when schools in North America finally reopen amid the threat from COVID-19 — and how K-12 educators and administrators can plan effectively to keep everyone safe while maintaining instruction. Future articles will look at what we can learn from […]
Don’t Forget the Dramatic Play! How Pretend Play Is Beneficial for Young Children
While no one can deny the importance of fostering STEM and literacy skills in early learning, dramatic play can also provide exactly what is needed for a child’s development. Research tells us that dramatic play is the natural way children make sense of the world. Because it is engaging and fun, children are intrinsically motivated […]
Modifications for Out of School and Home Activities for Children with Special Needs
The After School Alliance report entitled America After 3pm shows a sweeping 10-year study that indicates overall participation in afterschool programs (between 3 and 6pm) has increased by nearly 60%. As part of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, students with special needs are entitled […]
How (and Why) to Keep Kids Active at Home
As a parent, sometimes the things you hear experts say about children’s health, and the things you observe in your own kid(s), can seem conflicting. You’ve likely heard about initiatives to increase physical education programs in elementary schools. Yet, when you witness your own elementary-age kids speeding around the kitchen in a game of tag […]
13 Cool New Products for Your School
Has your stockpile of classroom supplies begun to dwindle? Good news! We are bringing all-new, exciting products designed to meet your classroom needs. Take a look at these great additions hitting our collection soon! Polydron Magnetic Polydron Class Set This Teachers’ ChoiceTM Award winner is a timeless addition to your classroom. Students will learn […]
Must-Haves for Your Elementary Recess Activity Cart
It’s important to keep students moving and engaged during free time or outdoors at recess. Activity carts and the basic supplies that go along with them can give students a variety of options. Check out these must-have items for your elementary recess activity cart and get geared up to make this the best year […]
Creating a Safe & Supportive Art Classroom Environment
If there was a learning space made for emotional support and expression, it would be the art room. While some may feel that the art room is chaotic, there are things you can to provide a safe and supportive learning environment for your art students. Use these tips and suggestions to make an art […]
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 […]
Choosing Between a Weighted or Pressure Vest
Children with sensory challenges may be overly sensitive to touch, movement, sights, or sounds. Other students have trouble with self-regulation, which may impact focus, attention, and behavior. Pressure vests and weighted vests are often the chosen protocol for these types of sensory and social-emotional issues. Let’s take a practical look at why weighted and […]
Test Taking Tips: Anchor Chart Ideas for the Classroom
Anchor charts are a great way to use class time to go over helpful test-taking tips and then hanging them in the room to be referenced during practice. Students who practice test taking strategies early on may find that their stress and anxiety is decreased during the actual tests. Benefits of Anchor Charts in […]
Setting Healthy Goals and Recognizing Student Success in PE Class
Recognizing student success is key in helping them develop patterns for setting and meeting healthy goals. By recognizing the progress they’ve made and highlighting even small successes, students get a boost in confidence and encouragement to keep trying. Read on and learn more about health and fitness goal setting and recognizing student success in […]
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