Did you know that music lessons can help students excel in STEM? Or that art programs in class can help children manage their stress and achieve higher test scores over time? Art is more than just an elective that students can go without. If you know how to get the
On November 8th 2019, we will celebrate National STEM Day to get kids excited about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). Together the STEM subjects represent some of the fastest-growing and most in-demand fields in the United States. While STEM topics seem a natural fit in high schools and post-secondary
When you think about the factors that affect a student’s achievement, you might think of their teachers or resources available at home. But did you know that a child’s classroom environment can have just as much effect as the lessons given by their teachers or parents?[1] Teachers often decorate based
The longest day of the year is nearly upon us! It is known as the summer solstice, and it marks the first official day of the summer season in our part of the world. This year, the summer solstice is on Friday, June 21, and it’s a great time to
Summer is a time for ice cream, swimming pools, playing outside, and traveling with the family. While summer break is crucial for children to recharge for the next school year, it’s also important for parents to help keep their kids’ minds active. The “summer slide,” or summer learning loss, occurs
April 29th-May 5th this year is Children’s Book Week, and 2019 is the 100th anniversary! Schools, libraries, and bookstores all over the world join forces this week to celebrate the power a story can have on our lives. Every Child a Reader, the organization behind Children’s Book Week, has put
April is designated as the Month of the Military Child, recognizing the important role military children play in the armed forces community and the daily sacrifices they make and the challenges they overcome. Throughout the month, the U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity encourages schools to plan special events to
Like all areas of daily life, technology continues to bring innovation to the classroom. Personal learning experiences for students have been made even more possible through the use of digital devices, mobile apps and educational software. But how do educators make the most of the latest advancements in digital tools? How
Rusty and Rosy just built a snowman! Add some color to it with our winter coloring page and watch it come to life! Download the Rusty and Rosy Winter Coloring Page, and find more coloring pages and activities here!
Pass the gravy! Carve the turkey! Thanksgiving is next week, which means it’s time to pull out the recipes and head to the grocery store. But if you’re a teacher, you’re likely spending as much time preparing for Thanksgiving in the classroom, as you are preparing your Thanksgiving menu. Now
