Mindful Movement The best kind of play is one that combines fun and novelty with success. A 4 year old student of mine, who was not able to put together the required postural control, righting reaction, and attentiveness for hopping … Read More
Are you looking for fun themes to add to your activity program? A Nautical Theme is the perfect theme to add to your Spring or Summer calendar. Whether you are planning a summer camp theme, activities for VBS, classroom or … Read More
Objective: To inspire note-taking and poetry to come to life in a fun and ‘puzzling’ way Ages: 6+ Time: Approximately 25-45 minutes Grades: 1st + Materials: Construction paper Glue Scissors Colored pencils (or pencils) Markers (or crayons) Paint Brushes Magazine visual or coloring … Read More
Planning an event for your program with a Jungle or Wild Animal theme? We’ve got you covered for fun activity ideas! Whether it is a week long summer camp, a birthday party or even a lesson plan activity – the … Read More
Four years ago I became the Library Media Specialist at Jack Jackter Intermediate School in Colchester, Connecticut and am lucky enough to be paired with Kim Hebb, a technology resource teacher. Together we focus on teaching grades 3, 4, and … Read More
As an educator, you already know that play is one of the best ways kids learn. But are all kids getting to play during the school day? There are a few specific questions you can ask to help you come … Read More
Help your group recognize American Heart Month this February by scheduling fun tournament games to play throughout the month that will keep them active while exercising their heart. These activities can be altered to fit any group age, from young … Read More
Celebrate God with these VBS Themes! These fun & captivating themes are great for offering meaningful enrichment. Children can discover their faith with these inspirational and engaging themes. Fun and intriguing themes teach about God and life lessons. Life lessons help every … Read More
A teaching observation is part of the checks and balances that ensures teaching and learning are occurring in the classroom. Whether you’re in year one or year twenty-five, you have to go through this process. This may inspire you to show … Read More
Jennie Graves at MSA West Elementary School here with another one of my lessons I wanted to share. This time I wanted to let you know how awesome Cardio Drumming is for students. I teach kindergarten through fifth grade. There … Read More
