Even on sizzling days, summer is a great time for learning experiences outdoors with young children. Here are four activities with varying levels of difficulty for kids from preschool through primary grades. Whether you’re looking for activities to try with students, or want to try out some summer learning activities with your own children, these […]
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Fun DIY Projects for At-Home Learning
Summer is a great time for fun, hands-on learning. Days are longer and schedules are more relaxed, setting the stage for creative endeavors that usually aren’t part of the traditional classroom routine. Try these DIY ideas to get kids interested in everything from science to art and music. Bubble Blast Making your own bubble solution […]
Simple Everyday Ways to Help Kids Practice Math
Showing kids everyday ways to practice math can give them more confidence in school and help them learn new real-life concepts. Consider these simple ways to help kids practice math over break. Creative Ways to Help Kids Practice Math Skills Outside of School You don’t necessarily need drill work or workbooks to help your […]
How to Use Educational Excursions to Help your Children Remember Important Information
There are many great places to visit in any city that will not only help your kids enjoy the summer break but also help them remember important information learned in school. Following are just a few ideas you might want to consider. Museums There are many types of museums to pick from, including nature museums, planetariums, art […]
How to Organize & Clean Your Tech Devices
Summer is quickly approaching, which is a welcome relief for many teachers who have had a long and busy school year! If your classroom utilizes technology in the form of tablets, laptops, or similar electronic devices, there are some special steps that you’ll want to take before summer vacation hits—especially in regards to cleaning […]
5 Educational Apps for Elementary Students
Prevent Summer Learning Loss with Educational Apps for Kids Summer is a time for fun and learning. Luckily, thanks to creative educational apps and technologies, summer fun and learning can happen simultaneously for elementary kids. Educational apps help young learners retain more between June and August, making them more prepared for back to school. […]
7 Ways to Conserve Energy in Your Classroom
Teaching kids to respect the environment is a primary duty of any teacher, but it doesn’t always have to involve detailed lesson plans—it can be as simple as setting ground rules for, say, conserving energy in your classroom. With World Environment Day coming up on June 5, there’s no better time to make an […]
4 Activities to Beat Spring Fever!
Spring is in the air, and as temperatures rise, students’ attentiveness falls. This presents a challenge for educators, as the last few months before summer break are critical for consolidating concepts learned throughout the year. Trying some new strategies to engage students can alleviate spring fever in the classroom. Take A Hike When the […]
How Parents Can Help Teachers at the End of the Year
The end of the school year can be an exciting time for both teachers and students, but it can also be stressful. Teachers often find themselves rushing to make sure all those important concepts are taught and curriculum goals are met right at the time when students are ready to check out of learning […]
Student Intro Letters to Next Year’s Teacher
The end of the school year can be both exciting and a little frightening for many students. While they may be excited about time to play in the sun all summer, they may also be a little worried about moving on to a new teacher next year. One way to alleviate some of those […]
Dealing with Spring Fever
As a teacher you already know that spring fever can wreak havoc in the classroom. You may be left wondering if there is any hope of teaching your students anything new between spring break and the end of the year. This period is filled with dreams of summer and the desire to get outside […]
Keeping Campers Active
If you are running a summer camp or are a leader/counselor looking for ideas to keep your campers active, you’re in luck! This post is concentrated on just that. No matter what the focus of your camp is, physical activity should be promoted throughout the day for all kids. Whether they are there to […]
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