Spirit week is an exciting time for students to showcase their school pride and creativity through a variety of themed dress-up days. Character day is always a highlight, as it gives kids the chance to become their favorite fictional character from books, movies, TV shows, and more. Whether your child is a superhero enthusiast, a …
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Who doesn’t love basketball? It’s one of the most popular sports in the country, as well as in schools. It’s a game that prioritizes teamwork, planning, and endurance, all skills that are valuable on and off the court. When kids first start bouncing a ball around, it’s unlikely that they’ll have the coordination to work …
Are your students tired of spending their days indoors? When the weather gets warmer, it’s nice to get your class outside so they can really stretch their legs and get some fresh air. Of course, there are the classic games that you can get your kids involved with, these being running, soccer, tennis, etc. But …
Getting middle school kids into STEM can seem like a challenge; however, if you can make their learning fun, you’ll find you have a lot more success. Kids at this age love hands-on learning that gets them out of their seats and learning by doing instead of listening. None of these projects take a lot …
If you teach any students in middle school, then you know all too well how fast these kids can lose interest in classroom activities if they’re not engaged. It’s important to remember that, as much as middle school students want to be high schoolers and be treated like mini-adults, they’re still kids. Kids need fun …
Wacky Wednesday is a beloved school activity that takes place at the beginning of March each year. It is part of the “Read Across America” initiative, where on or around the 2nd of March, parents and educators alike celebrate their love for reading with different activities and resources. It’s a great way to get kids …
According to Age of Learning, Florida is in the top 50% when it comes to the best states for homeschooling. So, if you reside in Florida and are considering a homeschooling program for your child, it’s safe to say you and your child are in good hands. Homeschooling offers a handful of benefits over traditional …
Science can be a lot of fun for first graders (especially if they’re taking part in experiments that go whizz, pop and bang). To solidify their scientific learning, and make sure they’ve fully understood the concepts, you can set them the task of completing a science project with their parents. To avoid a free-for-all, and …
20-Questions is a classic game where one person thinks of an item, and the others try to guess what it is by asking up to 20 yes-or-no questions. In the classroom setting, this can encourage strategic thinking in your students while they have fun at the same time. Here are 24 variations of the 20-Questions …
Art is one of those subjects that many middle schoolers look forward to. It provides a welcome creative outlet and gives them a break from math and languages. Coming up with compelling new art project ideas isn’t always easy, though. Sometimes, as teachers, our creative juices just run dry. Fear not, you bring the paints; …