Inspire positive self-esteem and academic success with bulletin board art! These chalk-based word bank wings make a fantastic photo backdrop for the first day of class or a mid-semester showcase.
Showcase a world of colors with this vibrant and easy art project. Using natural materials combined with a lively color pallet, this rainbow wind chime is sure to brighten up your classroom's mood.
Discover six ways ongoing assessments and observations, such as the Learning Accomplishment Profile (LAP): Birth to Kindergarten, can help educators in early learning environments.
Did you know that 25 percent of teacher spend less than one hour per week on professional learning? That's simply not good enough. Professional learning is critical to the success of you, your team, and the children in your program. Learn how to intentionally identify topics and resources where your staff can access meaningful learning opportunities on an ongoing basis.
If you walk into a preschool classroom you'll notice children learning math, sitting in story time and perhaps coloring, but not playing! Play has been de-emphasized in many preschool classrooms, which means lost learning opportunities for kids. Discover five reasons we should support play.
Discover the truth about assessments. Learn more about what formative assessments are, why they are important, who uses them, and how to successfully implement them.
Combine art, science, and outdoor learning with this engaging art and crafts activity. Make your own telescope and get a better view of the stars with Telescope Tubes. Investigate the wonders of the stars day or night and indoors or outside with this easy STEAM project. Explore star constellations and outer space with no rocket ships needed!
Chalk is a simple and versatile tool you can use to teach children a variety of concepts in math, science, literacy, and other subjects. From having children write their names in chalk on the sidewalk to playing a game of hopscotch math, the learning possibilities are endless! Chalk activities are perfect for the classroom or for families to do together at home during the summer months.
