Our June 2023 Fitness Challenge Calendar is here! As summer arrives and kids are at home on break, add some physical activity and fun to their day! This printable calendar is a great resource that teachers can share with students … Read More
Cool-Down Games for the Classroom, Camp & PE
Cool-down games are just as important as warm-up activities! These games are simple, usually quiet and low key. They can be used in a classroom setting or during down time at camp for scenarios when you need the kids to … Read More
Creative Writing Using Posters – Classroom Lesson Plan
Objective: To enhance descriptive, expository, and creative writing using pictures Age: 5+ Time: 30-45 minutes (writing/art varies) Grades: any age Materials: Posters of animals, people, places & things Construction paper Lined paper Pencils & Colored Pencils Glue Scissors Markers (optional) … Read More
Celebrating National Skilled Nursing Care Week – Cultivating Kindness Theme
Help your residents celebrate National Skilled Nursing Care Week (May 14-20) and this year’s theme of “Cultivating Kindness” by participating in activities that can spread kindness to those around them. Throughout the week, set up fun activities that allow your … Read More
Lily Pad Launch PE Activity
This PE activity is called Lily Pad Launch. I like this game because students are using equipment that is unfamiliar to them. It’s a great opportunity for them to learn a new skill. It also works well for students to … Read More
22 Butterfly Craft Projects & Kits for Groups of Kids and Adults
Get creative with these butterfly themed crafts for large groups that allow you to bring a nature theme to your program! Butterflies are a symbol of transformation, growth, and beauty. They’re not only fascinating creatures to observe but also a … Read More
Tag Games for Summer Camp & Recreation Programs
We’ve shared some fun tag game variations that you can incorporate into your activity rotations for summer camp and recreation programs to provide more twists on a classic game for kids. Equipment: Noodles Hula Hoops Tennis Ball (or small playing … Read More
Dodgeball Game Variations for Summer Camp & Recreation
Use these variations of dodgeball to switch it up and provide a variety of games to a standard game of dodgeball to keep kids engaged and excited to play. Equipment: Dodgeballs (various sizes) Cones Hula Hoops Bowling Pins Noodles Mats … Read More
Grow Your Own Zinnia Flower Garden for Spring & Summer Season
Grow your own garden with our EduCraft® Zinnia Flower Gardens Pack! The best time to plant zinnias is late April, when there is no more frost and the temperature is over 50 degrees. You can plan them into the beginning … Read More
5 Classroom Resources for Black History Month
During Black History Month in February and throughout the school year, it is important for students to learn about significant historical events and their impact on American culture, and celebrate the achievements made by icons including Martin Luther King Jr, … Read More