Classroom, Curriculum, Elementary, Fun Stuff, High School, Junior High

Strategies to Make Outdoor Education Fun and Educational

Are you tired of traditional classroom settings and looking for ways to engage your students in hands-on learning experiences? Outdoor education could be the answer you are looking for!  I’ve chatted before about the academic benefits of outdoor education, today we’re going to talk about specific strategies to make it a fun and educational experience… Continue reading Strategies to Make Outdoor Education Fun and Educational

Classroom, Elementary, Fun Stuff, High School, Junior High

The Power of Nature: How Outdoor Learning Boosts Academic Performance

Imagine a world where the traditional classroom walls are replaced by sweeping landscapes and fresh air. Research has shown that integrating outdoor learning into education can have a powerful impact on academic performance and cognitive abilities.  I’ve written before about specific strategies to make outdoor education a fun and educational experience for you and your… Continue reading The Power of Nature: How Outdoor Learning Boosts Academic Performance

Classroom, Curriculum, Elementary, High School, Junior High

Laugh Your Way to Learning Success: The Power of Humor in Education

Imagine a classroom where laughter fills the air and students are fully engaged in their learning. What if I told you that humour isn't just for entertainment, but a powerful tool for enhancing education? In this post, we will explore the impact of laughter on learning success and how it can transform the educational experience… Continue reading Laugh Your Way to Learning Success: The Power of Humor in Education

Classroom, Elementary, High School, Junior High, school

The Surprising Benefits of Positive Discipline in the Classroom

Imagine a classroom where students eagerly raise their hands, engrossed in the lesson at hand. A place where discipline is not about punishment, but about fostering a positive learning environment. It may seem like a far-fetched dream, but the benefits of positive discipline in the classroom go beyond just improving student behaviour. It can transform… Continue reading The Surprising Benefits of Positive Discipline in the Classroom

Curriculum, Elementary, ell

Unconventional Approaches to Teaching Phonics That Actually Work

Are you tired of watching your students struggle with phonics lessons that seem to go in one ear and out the other? It's time to shake up your teaching approach and discover unconventional methods that actually work.  In this post, we will explore innovative ways to teach phonics that will spark creativity and engagement in… Continue reading Unconventional Approaches to Teaching Phonics That Actually Work

Curriculum, Elementary, Resources

Engage and Educate: Teaching Grammar to Elementary Students

Do you want to make grammar lessons more engaging and effective for elementary students? Prepare to discover the power of interactive teaching methods in this post.  Teaching grammar to elementary students can be a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. I've talked before about teaching grammar to junior high students as well as… Continue reading Engage and Educate: Teaching Grammar to Elementary Students

Curriculum, High School

Unconventional Ways to Teach Grammar in High School

Are you tired of the same old grammar lessons that seem to put your high school students to sleep? It's time to shake things up and make learning grammar fun and engaging. If you are a teacher looking to teach grammar to high school students, you may be wondering where to start. After all, grammar… Continue reading Unconventional Ways to Teach Grammar in High School

Curriculum, Elementary, school

Improve Your Word Work Lessons with These Tips

Do you find yourself stuck in a rut with your word work lessons, desperately seeking ways to inject some life into your vocabulary instruction? Look no further! In this post, we will explore game-changing tips to revolutionise your teaching approach and keep your students engaged and eager to learn.  From interactive word games to personalised… Continue reading Improve Your Word Work Lessons with These Tips

Classroom, Curriculum, Elementary, High School, Junior High, school

Innovative Ways to Make Classroom Learning Interactive

Are you tired of the same old lectures and worksheets in your classroom? Looking for ways to get your students excited about learning? Making a classroom interactive can help students stay engaged and motivated in their learning.  In this post, we'll explore five innovative techniques that will revolutionise the way you teach and engage your… Continue reading Innovative Ways to Make Classroom Learning Interactive

Elementary, Junior High, school

A Guide to Connecting with Students with Oppositional Defiance Disorder

Connecting with students who have Oppositional Defiance Disorder can be a complex but incredibly rewarding journey. We can often find these students difficult to connect with, but there are strategies that can help. As teachers, understanding and forming meaningful relationships with these students is crucial in helping them thrive academically and socially. In this post,… Continue reading A Guide to Connecting with Students with Oppositional Defiance Disorder