Objective: To enhance descriptive, expository, and creative writing using scraps Age: 6+ Time: 30-45 minutes (writing/art varies) Grades: K-5 Materials: Scrap paper Construction paper Lined paper Pencil Glue Scissors Colored pencils Markers or watercolor paints (optional) Using Collages to Enhance … Read More
I was just starting to get the feel for Twitter when I received a tweet from Justin Schleider (@SchleiderJustin) asking me to join him on Voxer. I had no idea what Voxer was and for the most part was not … Read More
My Town At Mardi Gras Game I have always loved games that integrate creativity, music, multiple roles, and competition. It is also helpful to incorporate current events when working with children to encourage community awareness and opportunities to communicate about … Read More
Love is in the air at your nursing home and assisted living centers, and what better way to spark fun Valentine’s Day memories then to have some fun celebrating them! As usual, our friends at notjustbingo.com have shared with us some fantastic … Read More
Although February is the shortest month of the year, there are still many fun holidays and observances that you can use to plan interesting activities for your residents. We’re excited to share these ideas from our friends at notjustbingo.com with … Read More
February 10th marks the Chinese New Year, also called the Spring Festival. In China, this is a time to bring family together for celebration and honor their ancestors. Children can learn and be influenced by this unique and beautiful culture … Read More
Mardi Gras is a fun and unique holiday that started in Europe in the 17th century. We celebrate this holiday with the colors purple, green and gold, which were chosen by the King of Carnival to represent justice, faith, and … Read More
What is GaGa Ball? I had heard of it. I knew that we sell a GaGa Pit at S&S Worlwide. I have listened to my kids tell stories about it in PE class. Yet, I still didn’t understand what ‘IT’ was! … Read More
We love to share amazing success stories of schools becoming fitness champions and encouraging students to live an active lifestyle. John Taylor is a physical education teacher at Beloved Community Charter School in Jersey City, NJ, and his life’s mission … Read More
We’ve been having so much fun creating these adorable pom pom “monsters” for Valentine’s Day, we just had to share them with you. They are so easy to make, and there are so many color options and cute ways to … Read More
