The Ultimate Workout and Recovery System is an amazing tool to add to any program. It is a piece of equipment that absolutely everyone can use for strengthening, flexibility or rehab. It can be utilized by adults and kids in … Read More
11 Rainbow Crafts & Activities For Kids
These awesome rainbow crafts and activities are sure to get kids to express their creativity and use their imaginations! From crafts to sensory and active play, there is a rainbow activity out there for everyone. Crafts Rainbow Needlepoint Use this … Read More
Puffy Paint Canvas Craft Activity
This is a simple craft activity that anyone can enjoy! We had fun creating this flower scene using a fun specialty paint called Puffy Paint. Just squeeze the bottle, apply heat to the area, and watch the paint puff up … Read More
Card-io Pick Up Activity for PE
A simple game with lots of running! I have emphasized Cardio and the Heart Muscle with my classes this year and they loved it! It could also be used as a warm-up or instant activity. Equipment: Cones (or floor tape) … Read More
6 Supplies For Your Senior Living Hanukkah Festivities
With Hanukkah quickly approaching, it’s time to start planning Hanukkah activities for your nursing facilities Jewish residents. Besides your menorah, there are several other supplies you may want to have on hand for your celebration. Here are 6 supplies to … Read More
Painting With Words – Descriptive Writing Lesson Plan For The Classroom
Objective: To enhance descriptive writing using the senses through visual memory and visual imagery Age: 5+ Time: 30-45 minutes (writing/art varies) Grades: K-4 Materials: Small pictures of animals/ people, places & things (optional) Colored pencils Crayons Watercolor paints Brushes White … Read More
Ornament Crafts for the Holiday Season
Decorate your own DIY ornaments to make the holidays even more special! This is one of the most popular craft activities for the winter season. You can personalize these ornaments in so many different ways. Stitched Bird Ornament This is … Read More
The Importance of Professional Development
As a younger teacher, I had a strong interest in professional development. Anything I could get my hands on to read, watch, or listen to was never enough. I would dig into different curriculum’s and books by any teacher who … Read More
Holiday Gifts for Residents to Create for Family & Friends
With the holidays quickly approaching, encourage residents to create holiday gifts that they can send to their loved ones. Simply set up craft activities that allow residents to personalized pre-made gifts or create the gifts from scratch. Paintings Encourage residents … Read More
Building Descriptive Writing Skills Through Visual Art – Classroom Lesson Plan
Objective: To enhance descriptive writing using precise explanations & directions on how to make or do something Age: 6+ Time: 30-35 minutes (writing/art varies) Grades: 1-4 Materials: Small pictures of animals/ people, places & things (optional) Colored pencils Crayons Watercolor … Read More
