Discover the best crafts to teach. Whatever your skill, some craft projects will be a better fit for a classroom than others. Here's how to think through your own craft skills and discover the best type of project to teach to a class.
It’s no secret that I am a MAJOR fan of class jobs – I mean…many hands make light work, right? Aside from having 20 or so helpers around the classroom, there’s a whole bunch of other reasons I think class jobs are super important: Helps build a sense of community…this is OUR classroom Gives students ... Read more
Learn how to make a kaleidoscope in this fun STEM/science activity and craft for kids. It’s such a fun way to explore light, reflections, and symmetry! Follow our Science for Kids Pinterest board! *This post was originally published 2/2/16 and has since been updated. Last week I made these super fun kaleidoscopes with my …
Articulated Grabber - Engineering Project for Kids: Have you ever dropped something behind the couch and couldn’t get it? Or perhaps your parents keep the best snacks on the top shelf, out of reach? If so, this project is perfect for you! This’ll extend your reach by over 30" (76cm)! I’ll show you ho…
What is better than creating an engaging lesson for your class? Creating a fliphunt! Check out the details and start the adventure!
Check out this free printable pack where your get to Create Your Own Monster! Download monster body templates and monster body parts!
Is it that time when your students suddenly forget the classroom expectations? Well, then it's time to try V.I.P student!
It's SO EASY to make beautiful yarn art! Create a colourful yarn 'painting' by gluing leftover yarn onto a dollar store canvas. It's such a fun craft to experiment with colour and texture! Yarn art is the perfect art project for groups at summer camp or sleepovers. You can make a picture of a landscape, like we did, or create a simpler, abstract design. Either way, it's so much fun to make this unique fiber art! This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something we may earn a small commission which helps us run this
A collection of fun and educational shape activities for preschoolers to develop their early understanding of geometry.
The starting place for making an exceptional online course is the transformation you will bring about for your students. From the very beginning, when you develop your class and its outcome, be sure to go beyond saying of your class: “At the end of this class, students will know. . .” Instead, design your class […]
Are you tired of the same extension projects for independent novel studies or literature circles? Then look no further! This 3D Pop-Up Picture Book Report comes with everything your students will need to create this foldable project. Even the not-so crafty teacher will love making this project! You will only need plain white paper, scissors, glue and coloring tools to create this engaging project. That’s all! Included in this resource: Step by step instructions that will be easy enough for your students to understand on their own. Detailed pictures are included for easy assembly just in case. A template that can be printed for students. (The template tells students were to cut and fold too!) Two different sets of directions are included in this resource to differentiate instruction for readers of different levels and abilities. (Students will either create their own picture book version of the novel they read OR students will create a summary of their novel.) A story map is also included so students can identify the plot of their story, theme, characters and setting. Two Rubrics are included. One is already created for you and another is EDITABLE to best meet your needs. Visit my blog for a step by step video tutorial to create this project with your students. https://lessonsovercoffee.com/research-projects-for-students-easy-to-create-foldable/ Here's what other teachers have said: "Such a fun project idea. My students loved being creative while showing the elements in their stories!" "My students were so excited when I shared this project with them. I can't wait to see their final products. Thank you!" "I can't wait to use this year! I am having my kids do this for their first independent novel study. :-)" Looking for more easy and exciting projects! Then visit my store for more!
We have been teaching online group classes for the past two weeks since the COVID-19 shutdown and have learned some surprising lessons.
Learn how to build a catapult cannon in this STEM activity, then play a game that explores physics and math. All inspired by Mr. Bean!
Inside: How to Make TeachersPayTeachers Products in Canva (while following terms of use!) There are loads of tools out there for creating products for Teachers Pay Teachers (TpT). Most teachers tend
Pronoun practice thats meaningful for kids. Create a pronoun patch bulletin board as a whole class anchor chart and play fun themed pronoun games.
I created this culture jars art lesson for an Art and World Cultures class, and continue to use it in art classes because it is so well received. The word
A fun doodle art 3D pattern cat activity for kids. Make a bold and colourful cat with this printable template with a cool 3D effect.
These DIY spring projectors are the perfect activity for a rainy day! Click the blue link to read how to create your own at home!
Kickstart community building in your classroom with this bulletin board, "In This Classroom, We...". It's perfect for morning meetings and discussions.
Materials As much as possible I try to use recyclable materials for construction art lessons. I source these from Recreate or ask the children to bring things in from home. Recyclable materials Bottles Caps Cardboard boxes (cereal/shoeboxes etc.) Wrapping paper Scrap paper Containers (yoghurt pots/egg cartons) Other materials Tin foil Scissors Foam sheets Stickers Crepe paper Pipe
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What if I told you that you could create a class template inside Google Classroom? You can! I'm going to show you how to create a class template in Google Classroom that can be reused over and over again. By creating a class template inside Google Classroom, you can easily create the ideal set up for your class, including topics and assignments, and copy these into a new class each year, each semester, and release assignments as you need.
30+ engineering STEM challenges with simple materials. Kids can tinker with bridges, catapults, boats, and more using recycled and inexpensive materials.
Five fun ideas for EFL ESL class art projects with your class. Practical and fun activities get creative and practice English.
Looking to develop your Canva confidence so you can create beautiful handouts, flashcards, and models for your ELA classroom? Great! Find help in this post.
Happy Monday, all! I’ve been back in my classroom (for meetings and work time) since Friday, and I’m slowly growing accustomed to missing the afternoon naps that I have loved soooooo much during our summer vacation. Coffee to the rescue! In an effort to organize important information and make it more accessible for my students ... Read More about Creating a Class App with Google Slides
Collaborative Filtering is an information filtering technique which is used in Recommendation Systems to find patterns within data in order to generate personalised recommendation. This Hub provides an overview of Collaborative Filtering including a simple matrix example of how both user based and item based collaborative filtering would generate personalised recommendations for a user.
Would you like to decorate your classroom with fun, hand-drawn anchor charts/posters? Do you simply not have the time to get them done? Well, you have come to the perfect place! I love making these engaging and appealing anchor charts. I also can draw/create any other topic you would like, just contact me directly and ask! My students absolutely love these posters and references them every day. Many of them are visual learners, so the colorful images really help them connect and remember what they have learned. This particular anchor chart is for readers/writers practicing how to make inferences. My students struggle with this skill every year so this chart really helps them realize that making an inferences is revolved around something that the author has not said yet. It helps them combine what they already know and clues from the text to make their inferences! **These will be copies unless asked otherwise for a custom poster. They are not laminated, and are printed on normal, anchor chart paper. I ship these out ASAP after being ordered, but please keep in mind once shipped, it is outside of my control. Therefore, if shipping does not meet your expectations, I highly encourage you to please reach out to me first, and we have always been able to work something out to make up for anything that may have occurred after I have sent your package, thanks so much!! Hope you love it :)
I had sooooooo much fun doing this monster art project in my son Elliot's kindergarten class recently! I chose to do this project because Elliot LOVES monsters and he LOVES using his imagination to make characters come to life. We have enjoyed using popsicle stick puppets for many many years and he always enjoys both creating
If you need assistance on how to edit and/or utilize Digital Interactive Notebooks in Google Slides for your classroom, you have come to the right place! In these videos, I will be referencing the Editable Digital Interactive Notebook Templates in this post. This digital Google Slides resource provides editable Interactive Notebook Templates that you can
Welcome Letter Click Photo to Enlarge Project Rubric Click Photo to Enlarge The project rubric is handed out at the completion of a unit. A student is given only one copy, they may print a duplicate from this page if needed. If a student does not submit one with their artwork, they will lose points for the standard 'Connecting'.
Create a Syllabus That Your Students Will Actually Want to Read. Free Resource to download to help you create an Art Syllabus for your art students. Want to try your hand at a visual syllabus? We'll give you three helpful hints. This article will take 8 minutes to read.
Want to learn a new skill? Check out this amazing resource of Free Online Craft Classes including sewing, quilting, baking and more!
Find out how to organize an Escape Room at home. Create an Escape Room kit DIY with family and friends. Tips and advice for your puzzles!
Cardboard....who knew you could have so much fun with cardboard?! Whether you suffering from cabin fever while you’re stuck inside during the cold Winter months, or you have little ones who could use a little creative project, we’ve gathered up 25+ things to make with cardboard that will be fun for the whole family. It will help keep little hands busy when too much screen time is hard to avoid. The best part is that you’ll be making memories together …like making a slide out of a cardboard box on the stairs! Talk about being the “Fun Parent”! So don’t
Are there more creative ways, besides movies, to keep kids minds engaged AND get a little time back for ourselves?
This spring thematic unit for kindergarten is a great way to help students practice writing as they learn more about the science of spring and plants!
Looking for fun, educational games for art class? Check out these three simple games you can put together in a few minutes.
Affiliate Links These free online art classes for kids are an amazing resource! Check out these amazing free opportunities for […]
30+ engineering STEM challenges with simple materials. Kids can tinker with bridges, catapults, boats, and more using recycled and inexpensive materials.
