Building things is always a blast, right? Especially when you can eat your creations afterward! This marshmallow tower challenge is a super fun way to get kids involved in some…
Figuring out how well your child is reading can feel a bit like a mystery, right? You want to help them, but it's tough if you don't know exactly what…
Many of us grew up learning handwriting in a very set way, often through programs like Handwriting Without Tears. But what if there's a better approach out there, especially for…
Last Fourth of July, while watching my neighbor's elaborate fireworks display, my eight-year-old daughter asked me why we couldn't make our own fireworks. After explaining why backyard pyrotechnics weren't exactly…
The first time I made floam with my kids, I thought I was just mixing some basic ingredients together for a quick afternoon activity. What I didn't expect was to…
Last Tuesday, I found myself frantically searching through craft drawers for something to keep my four-year-old occupied while I finished a work call. The store-bought play dough had dried out…
Canada Day is just around the corner, and you know what that means – it's time to get crafty with the little ones! As a kindergarten teacher who's been in…
What is Floam and Why is it Great for Young Learners? When parents ask me about activities that keep kids engaged while learning, floam always tops my list. This remarkable…
The Foundation of Effective Classroom Management For decades, experienced educators have relied on a core collection of brain breaks that consistently deliver results. These time-tested activities have earned their place…
Every teacher knows that moment when student energy starts bouncing off the walls. Instead of fighting it, why not harness that natural need for movement? Physical brain breaks don't have…