November 22, 2016
The holiday season is upon us which means that your holiday shopping is probably well underway. While you’re making your gift-giving list, why not give the gift that keeps on giving–and present your students with the gift of new, comfortable and flexible furniture options. Here are some of the top renovation and replacement projects…
November 21, 2016
Thanksgiving is only a few days away, and while your students are probably anticipating their break, it’s important to encourage them to reflect on what they are thankful for. Here are some ways to incorporate Thanksgiving and being thankful into your lesson plans this week: “I’m Thankful For” Essay: Start by asking students to…
November 15, 2016
Today is America Recycles Day and we couldn’t be more excited about it! Recycling is something that should be promoted and encouraged in your classroom all year round! As a teacher, we accumulate tons of papers, projects and things over our course of teaching. Not only should you develop a good way to recycle and…
November 14, 2016
Thanksgiving is next week, so if you’re looking to incorporate Thanksgiving crafts and lessons into your daily plans, give these a try: Show An Attitude of Gratitude Tap into the true meaning of Thanksgiving and help your students recognize what they’re grateful for, by writing a poem about it! For younger kids, assign one letter…
November 9, 2016
Now is the time where schools are preparing for their winter concert–a time where students can show off their skills and put on a night of entertainment for their friends and families to enjoy. While students may be spending time practicing their instruments or learning to sing songs, administrators are devoting their days to finding…
November 7, 2016
It’s only natural that over the years of having the same classroom furniture, that stains and marks will accumulate on your student’s desks. Thankfully, the following tips are great ways to help keep your classroom looking clean and your desks looking shiny and new: Pencil & Marker Scribbles :While there typically are lots of…
November 2, 2016
As a teacher, it can often be difficult to take control and implement effective classroom management strategies if you have an unruly class. Whether you’re an experienced teacher or just began your career in this field, it’s likely that you’ll experience a handful of disruptions throughout the year. These can easily be handled and prevented…
November 1, 2016
We are approaching cold and flu season, so it’s more important than ever to teach your students ways to stay healthy. According to the CDC, nearly 60 million school days are lost each year due to colds or the influenza virus. Infections spread in schools so easily because students are in close contact and share…