Exploring the wonders of the night sky can spark curiosity and career aspirations. Check out the latest installment of our family “View and Do” series.
Continue ReadingFamily “View and Do”: Let the Good Times Roll!
In this second installment of our family “View and Do” series, we’re engaging in playful learning with all types of wheels. Pair some BrainPOP movies with do-at-home family activities to learn about the mechanics, forces, and laws of motion that propel the fun.
Continue ReadingFamily “View and Do”: Learning Through Water Play!
Summertime is a perfect time to notch up the playful learning for your family. We’ve paired a selection of BrainPOP movies and games with activities that celebrate those less structured hours in the day when kids are free to play, explore, daydream, and create.
Continue Reading“We Need to Be People Again”: Educator Moms Reflect on Lessons Learned During the Pandemic
For educator moms, the last two years have been a delicate balancing act.
Continue ReadingWhy Downtime Is the Best Time to Spark Creativity and STEAM Learning
Does a long weekend, school holiday break, or approaching summer vacation set you on a quest to plan a full lineup of activities and outings for your family? Get started with these five STEAM-focused ideas!
Continue ReadingTurning Around the Question: Helping Students Foster Critical Thinking and Research Skills
When information is abundant, what does it take to teach kids to dig deeper? Educators weigh in.
Continue ReadingEducator Perspectives: Empowering Teachers to Support Learner Diversity
How can we support educators to leverage students’ strengths, engage their interests, and meet varying learning needs? Two educators share their experience and insights.
Continue ReadingOutside the Gift Box: Experiences to Share on Holidays, Birthdays, and Beyond!
Shared experiences can add layers of love and learning to family traditions. Here are a dozen ideas to help yours create lasting memories.
Continue Reading10 Acts of Kindness, Gratitude, and Giving Back to Share with Kids
Kids notice everything. Knowing that makes it all the more important for parents, caregivers, and teachers to model the behaviors we want children to develop, like being kind, showing appreciation, and contributing to the community.
Continue ReadingDigital Citizenship: Fostering Safer, Kinder, More Responsible Behavior Online and Offline
Digital citizenship serves as a bridge between character education and technology instruction. Learn how two educators are implementing innovative and meaningful digital citizenship lessons in their respective schools.
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