7 Ways to Get All Students Answering Questions

Every teacher knows which student is probably going to call out an answer when given the opportunity. It can be easy to fall into the trap of thinking the whole class understands a concept when one or two confident students are the only ones…

Technology and Learning [Infographic]

Technology surrounds us everywhere we go. As the world continuously moves towards more advanced technology, we must all adapt and grow with these new tools. This is especially true for our children. It is a popular worry that technology may take away from learning…

Active Breaks: A Teacher’s Best Friend

What and Why

Active breaks (commonly known as brain breaks) are becoming very popular, for good reason! Just as Crossfit has been sweeping the nation with adults getting interested in group fitness again, brain breaks are…

Help Students Retain Information with Sensory Brain Connections: Part 1

The 5 Best Types of Exercise for Kids (and their Teachers)

Well-known cliché phrases like “Ants in their pants,” lend themselves to an idea of children moving without known cause or reason. We now have scientific research that backs up the way children need to move, for very good causes…

Let Your Students Drink Water

Why?
Mild dehydration happens far more quickly than most of us realize. Not drinking enough water leads to a foggy, fuzzy feeling in the head, which leads to the inability to focus and concentrate. When kids do not get enough fluids, they struggle to think clearly, which leads…

Strength Exercises Build Stronger Brains

The most recent brain research in relation to physical movement, explains how different types of exercises are most beneficial for different parts of our brains. A highly acclaimed study several years ago involving rats and cardio exercise proved that…

3 Easy Silent Games to Add Movement to Your Classroom Without Noise

We understand that amidst all the rule making, test taking, and pencil breaking, there must be time for students to move. Getting the proverbial “ants” out of their “pants” is one way to look at it. Increasing…

Playground Supplies to Increase Student Learning: Part I — What You Need

Asking for extra supplies can be tough! However, some parents are ready and willing to provide more things for your classroom if you just ask them. Another way to communicate class needs and wants is to…

Olympics in the Classroom

The Summer Olympics are going to be widely viewed and discussed until the end of August. Integrating Olympics-type lessons to your classroom is a great way to bridge the gap between kids’ home life, home entertainment, and their school curriculum. It will also encourage students to…