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
International Women’s Day Activities for Senior Residents
International Women’s Day is March 8th! Help your senior residents celebrate this annual observance with a variety of fun activities that celebrate, remember, and assist women. Celebrating Women Celebrate the women in your nursing facility by first decorating your facility … Read More
How To DIY Paint Pouring with Tempera Paint
Learn a new budget friendly way to do DIY Paint Pouring! This is one of the most popular and trending craft projects, and it’s great for kids. It is so much fun to watch and even more fun to try. Many crafters … Read More
Sport Stacking for Physical Activity & Education
Sport stacking has always been one of favorite units to teach in physical education. Sport stacking is an excellent activity for all ages because it encompasses concentration, agility, hand-eye coordination, fitness and can be individual or team sport. I am … Read More
10 Hula Hoop Activities for Physical Education
Hula Hoops are popular in many games and activities, whether it is a warm-up activity for PE, part of a lesson plan for students, or a themed activity to keep kids active. Hoops are a great choice for teachers because … Read More
Coding Activities for Students – Hour of Code
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
Grand Buddy Program – Activity Ideas for Seniors & Children
Over the last 8 years of working with seniors, there are 3 things that can make even the most withdrawn senior become engaged: Music, animals and children. It doesn’t matter if you are in the middle of a really great activity – … Read More
Using the Recess Checkup to Transform Your Playground
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
7 Fun Tournament Ideas to Keep Your Group Active
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
Winter Activity for Throwing, Catching & Rolling PE Unit
Introduction to students: Who likes marshmallows in their hot chocolate? This activity is part of our winter games unit, which covers many throwing, catching and rolling experiences for our students. I use lots of non traditional equipment for many of my … Read More
