Celebrate the men in your facility on International Men’s Day, which falls on November 19th each year, by providing a fun-filled day of activities that target the men in your facility. Here are a few activities to consider: Chit Chatting … Read More
Sensory Tray Activity for Cognitive Skill Building – Reflection Pool
Creativity is all around us in our daily life. To some, it may come more natural than to others, especially young children who have no inhibitions. As we grow older, many of us begin to lose sight of our creative … Read More
Heads, Shoulders, Knees & Cone Activity for PE
My name is Mark Roucka and I am a PE teacher at Lincoln Junior High School in Naperville, IL. “Head, Shoulders, Knees, Cone” is an activity I have done numerous times with my classes and received a number of positive … Read More
Senior Walking Fun Ideas for National Take a Hike Day
With every November comes National Take a Hike Day, which is a perfect opportunity to get your residents up and walking outside of their routine paths. To make the activity sound more appealing for your residents, add in a fun … Read More
4 DIY Headband Decorating Ideas
Here are a few ideas from Crafty Kate to inspire your own personalized hair accessories using white plastic headbands, a perfectly pretty DIY project to fit any theme for your next party, group gathering or craft event! Fabric Wrapped Headbands … Read More
How To Make An Outer Space Themed Sensory Bin
Objective: Create a fun outer space themed sensory bin for parties, events or everyday play! Materials: White Rice Black Color Splash Acrylic Paint Ziploc Baggie & Foil Sensory Bin (or inflatable option!) Star-shaped beads Sparkle pony beads Clear beads (glow-in-the-dark!) … Read More
Ring Around the World Activity for PE
My name is Lindsay Karp, I teach physical education and health at Bret Harte Elementary in Cherry Hill, NJ. Ring Around the World is a fun game that I use in the beginning of the year to introduce all types … Read More
How To Host a Fall Back Daylight Savings Time Party for Senior Residents
So how are you celebrating the end of Daylight Saving Time with your residents this fall? With a Fall Back Time Change Party, of course! Here’s what you need to plan the perfect Fall Back party for your senior residents … Read More
DIY Neon Sugar Skulls
Objective: Creative interactive activity to learn about Frida Kahlo and the Mexican tradition of Sugar Skulls. Materials: White Mixed Media paper Black Construction Paper Pencils Scissors Glue Sticks Neon Oil Pastels Blacklight (optional but does add to the fun & … Read More
4 Fun & Festive Thanksgiving Games For Kids
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of the year. From all-day football to the big feast and sales everywhere, there is a lot to look forward to during the holiday. However, as teachers, we have to work our way to the … Read More
