Teaching art to first-grade students isn’t only about making a fun lesson they’ll enjoy. In art, they learn about color recognition and spatial awareness. They can recognize patterns and overall improve their fine motor skills. Your students should be using these abilities to enhance their art, and there’s no doubt that it’s an exciting time …
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For teachers, you’ll know that there’s nothing quite as satisfying as seeing a project that you’ve organized from beginning to end become a roaring success amongst your students. Some of the most fun and exciting projects include those which are science based, as they give students the opportunity to learn about the world around them …
Those who are parents and teachers of preschoolers will know that one of the most challenging aspects of the role is coming up with fun and engaging activities. This is especially true if your children are at this age group, as it means that they’ll require more things to fill up their time and keep …
Preschoolers are naturally full of energy, and this means that they simply love to engage with games and activities that allow them to move about and use up some of their heavy energy stores. The only problem is not only are preschoolers highly energetic, but they can also be very picky and choosy, and keeping …
Classroom pets have been showing their (sometimes furry) faces in the classroom for decades! They have been used as a teaching tool and to provide the class with some non-judgmental friends. If you’re debating getting your class a pet, you will want to make sure to choose the best one for the class! We’re here …
As the summer starts to come to an end, the new school year can be very daunting to your middle schoolers! It can be a very socially overwhelming time for students, so it is very important to make sure that we ease them into the year, building their confidence and encouraging them to be themselves! …
Getting kids involved with arts and crafts is one of the best things you can do to help their overall development. It allows them a great outlet to express their creativity, and it can be a great way for them to relieve some stresses that they may be holding onto. The thing about art is …
Many people must remember how important it is for students to engage with science early in their education. We shouldn’t only focus on the alphabet, shapes, and numbers. Preschoolers should learn more about science. After all, it doesn’t have to be extreme. To help you find the best experiments, we have a list of fun …
Pop-up cards are especially popular among kids, as they’re a fun and exciting way for someone to show their appreciation. Not only are they an exciting gift to receive, but they’re also fun to make too. While they may seem challenging, if you want to encourage your kids to make a fun pop-up card for …
The initial anxiety about meeting new people at the beginning of the school year is very tough. Sometimes, you’ll see your kids searching for an old face or someone to relate to and find that they can’t figure out who to talk to in the room. Team building activities are one way that you can …