Ten Super Fun Activities That Get Kids Moving AND Learning engaging games gross motor movement movement-based learning

Reserving physical activity for the playground or when kids are in physical education is no longer standard practice. Research shows that connecting physical activity with learning improves student comprehension and retention of information. Incorporating movement with learning each day also...

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Building a Supportive Kindergarten Classroom Community character education classroom community classroom management heart centered classsroom social emotional learning

It is important to remember that education includes much more than academics. One of the most impactful things an educator can do is build a supportive and connected classroom community for all students. When you take the time to focus on community in the classroom, you will see its positive...

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Five Brand New Ways to Teach Character Education in Kindergarten character education kindergarten sel social emotional learning

What is character education?

Character education is the strategy of teaching students how to be respectful and responsible contributors to their home and school community. Character education in kindergarten must be purposeful and thoughtful. It is the start of their school experience and will...

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The Mega List of Must-Do End of the Year Activities

At the end of the school year, we often get caught up in the daily checklist of preparing to close out our classrooms. However, it is important to keep in mind the end of the year is also a time of transition for students.

Some will be moving into larger classrooms with different routines and...

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