Kids' writing ideas from Pinterest, including paint chip synonyms, printable Boggle game, traffic signal transitions, and paper plate Venn diagram.
Want to learn how to make a catapult? It's easy and fun and the perfect STEM activity for kids of all ages! Toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarten kids
Learn how to build a catapult! This STEM activity is so fun for kids and needs just a few simple supplies! Plus learn history in the process.
We have been unpacking boxes like crazy (from our recent move from Colorado to Oklahoma)! And the pile of perfectly good boxes is growing into a mountain out in the gar
I've gathered up a few great ideas on things to do at night while camping with kids from telescoping to lanterns to campfire desserts and more!
It's Marble Mania! filled with marble games, art and play.
These Cool down ice cubes are aimed for the classroom environment. Allowing you to have a child who is either angry or upset to evaluate their behaviour and calm down or in this case cool down. I k…
Kids looking forward to the elf? We're sharing 100 mischievous elf ideas to create some fun and at Christmas-special North Pole arrival and Elf Spaghetti
It's time to set sail for a classic crafting adventure with this easy-to-do paper boat… all aboard!
I came across this game from one of my peers and think it’s really awesome. In fact I have been using this regularly this year as a fun and creative way to review before a test. So far I have used it prior to my grade 10 chemistry and biology test using the practice questions […]
Need to entertain the kids? Try some of these free indoor and outdoor activities for kids that can all be done from your own home. There's also a list of free online educational resources.
Discover over 45 vestibular activities that can calm, regulate, and improve attention in your child. Plus, get vestibular exercises for...
Learn how to make both a basic homopolar motor and a tiny dancing motor! Great science fair project for older kids!
Teach your kids how to make their very own marshmallow catapult using common household supplies. How to construct a marshmallow launcher.
Rainbow Roses are real. They are pricey to buy. But you can make your own Rainbow Roses easily. Just follow this step to step guide illustrated with diagrams.
It seems like every day there is an endless stream of students reporting behaviors or incidents that happen in the classroom. On one hand, we want to help our students feel heard and validated so they know we are a safe person for them to talk to. On the other hand, we certainly don't want to feed into the tattle machine. It's a fine line to walk. So how do we handle tattling in our classrooms?
These 20 SUPER FUN home science experiements will teach your little ones all about science while keeping them busy and having a great time!
Working with kids and young adults who are oppositional can be challenging. Being oppositional might mean refusing to do work, breaking rules, and engaging in other challenging behaviors. The truth is, many kids can be oppositional from time to time, so many of these strategies work with all learner
Imagination Workout Printable Click the link above to download Attalie’s Imagination Workout free printable art worksheet.
Top 75+ BEST Elf on the Shelf Ideas...creative inspiration to help you make this the best Christmas yet! We've got plenty of easy ideas too!
Knitting Nancys (a.k.a. French knitters, knitting nobbies, spool knitters, etc.) have become something of an obsession for me this week. I’ve been thinking about what …
My kiddos are always asking for hands on science activities, even if it’s one we have done over and over like this Hovercraft Science experiment project.
We've found a variety of science experiments for kids tailored to their age and ability. You can do these science projects for kids at home!
Teach your kids how to make their very own marshmallow catapult using common household supplies. How to construct a marshmallow launcher.
If I ever get a classroom I am so doing this anchor chart! It could be great for almost any grade! I would ask my kids on the first day of school what kind of teacher that they want. Write down all the responses. Then I would have another anchor chart saying "What does a teacher want in a student". Have the kids come up with words for that one. Display them around the room as a constant reminder as to what is expected of them and of ME! :) Thank you Teaching and Learning Together for the great idea!
Understanding characters can be tricky! Learn my favorite strategies for helping students master character traits and changes.
Do you need an effective behavior management plan? I recently posted on my blog about how to create a behavior management plan with measurable goals and progress monitoring forms. I also share an I-Message template that can be used in your class to help de-escalate student conflicts and promote positive social interaction. Check out this ... Read More about Managing Problematic Behavior
Energetic activities are important for gross motor skills development in any child, and even more so for kids with high energy! Try one today.
One in 28 children in the United States has a parent that is currently incarcerated (1). Sadly, a number of these children wind up in foster care. A quarter of the foster children that have been in my care had a parent that was incarcerated at the time of placement. To some children, going to
Kids. I sure love them. Mostly because they are easily entertained! Most the time they like the box the present comes in more than the actual present! So here's a fun roundup of crafts kids can
10 SIMPLE MUSIC INSTRUMENTS KIDS CAN MAKE