Family and Community Engagement is essential. It is important to involve the entire school in creating an environment that supports parents. We
This past spring, I attended the Alabama pre-K conference in Montgomery. The closing session featured Luis Hernandez (Early...
Looking to transform your school environment and keep parents engaged in a true partnership? Our comprehensive list of 17 unique and effective engagement strategies is designed specifically for school administrators who want to foster a vibrant, inclusive, and dynamic school culture.
Looking to plan some PTO Family Fun Events for your school during the Winter? Check out this round up of the very best ideas to keep families engaged during the winter season.
Explore fresh ideas for parent involvement and power up your new school year. Uncover new strategies to engage and collaborate with parents in the classroom journey.
Ideas to try before the school year even starts.
Family and Community Engagement is essential. It is important to involve the entire school in creating an environment that supports parents. We
If you are reading this, you are probably either a school PTO leader, principal or room mom trying to figure out how to get more parents involved! Know this, you are not alone! Schools across the country struggle to get the participation that they want and need everyday! I've been there too. Here's the scenario... My son attended a middle school with approximately 700 kids that was in need of a PTO leader. Sure, why not! I love education, kids and planning so how bad could it be? Right?!?! Wrong! I almost immediately realized that getting people to actually come help with anything was difficult. Honestly, it felt impossible. I had a mini pity party and decided that wasn't going to cut it! These are good people that love their kids. I knew that! Now, I just needed to come up with how to get them involved! That leads me to the topic of this post! How to Increase Parent Engagement at Your School First and foremost, remember that you were willing to step up. Whether that was out of guilt, because there was no one else or you are part of an amazing school that has an active PTO, someone cares about the PTA group! The reality is, while it may not seem like it, everyone wants it to work. They just aren't jumping up and down saying
PTO sponsored school family fun night events are the key to a thriving and engaged school community. So many great ideas that your families will love!
How do I know it's back to school time? My plants are dead. All of my plants that I grew so lovingly in the spring, watered all ...
Set up your own Preschool Art Show! Create various types of art and save it up to display at an event for the whole family.
Looking for an engaging and versatile lesson to add to your Family and Consumer Sciences curriculum? Look no further than this Smoothie Lab & MyPlate Analysis! This easy-to-implement lesson is perfect for middle school or high school students and fits seamlessly into a nutrition unit, especially after students have learned about MyPlate. In this comprehensive lesson, students will not only learn how to make a delicious and nutritious smoothie but also gain a deeper understanding of the importance of making healthy food choices. The recipe is easily adaptable to ingredients you have in your fridge or freezer, making it budget-friendly and accessible for all students. Key Components: Detailed Lesson Plan: A step-by-step guide to implementing the lesson, including objectives, materials, and procedures. Importance of Making Healthy Choices: A discussion on the significance of healthy eating habits and the benefits of incorporating fruits and dairy into one's diet. Intro to Smoothie Making: An introduction to the concept of smoothie making as a convenient and nutritious option for consuming a variety of nutrients in one delicious drink. Smoothie Recipe: A simple and adaptable recipe for making a healthy smoothie using plain yogurt, juice, natural sweetener, and fruit. Student Lab Planning Sheet: A worksheet for students to plan their smoothie creation, including ingredient selection, recipe creation, and analysis based on the MyPlate diagram. MyPlate Analysis: Guidance on how to analyze the nutritional composition of the smoothie based on the MyPlate guidelines, helping students understand food group proportions and balance. Reflection: Opportunities for students to reflect on their smoothie-making experience, share observations, and discuss ideas for making healthier smoothies in the future. Discussion Questions: Thought-provoking questions to facilitate class discussion and deepen students' understanding of nutrition and healthy eating habits. Grading Rubric: A comprehensive rubric for assessing student participation, lab clean-up, completion of the lab planning sheet, analysis of smoothie based on MyPlate, and reflection. With its detailed lesson plan, engaging activities, and adaptable recipe, this Smoothie Lab & MyPlate Analysis is sure to be a hit in your classroom. Help your students develop essential life skills while having fun and exploring the delicious world of nutritious smoothies!
Stem Challenges. Many people think of STEAM (or STEM) activities to do at school, but they also are fun, engaging activities the whole family can participate in.
Free printable bell ringers for high school and middle school family and consumer science and culinary arts. These bell ringers are for life skills high school and middle school as well as ways to …
Art Festival and Family Art Night- How to run a Family Art Night. Increase attendance and promote your art department with engaging art activities.
Looking to grab students' attention during the first week of school with fun and easy science experiments? These super fun back to school science experiments are perfect for your first week of school science activities.
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It's time to go back to school! With the back-to-school season upon us, it is time to start planning back-to-school activities for the first week of school.
We’ve been back to school for a total of 6 days. I started the year as a 3rd grade teacher with 27 students. I am now a 2nd & 3rd grade blend teacher with 31 sweet and wonderful smarties. Needless today these 6 days have felt like 6 years. I’ll be honest, when I received the news I was not so optimistic. There was crying,
These tips will help you to use Getting to Know You icebreaker activities to build a positive and inclusive classroom culture from day one.
Are you ready to plan an engaging Family STEM, STEAM or Science Night ? Imagine an entire evening filled with wonder, excitement, and hands-on exploration, where children and adults alike move from one captivating activity to another as they explore the fascinating world of STEM (Science, Tec
I love talking about family in Sunday School! It's developmentally appropriate for preschoolers because it's about them and easily relatable.
Planning a STEM or STEAM Family Night? Read on for 10 amazing activities that will engage the whole family! From painting with robots to creating a paper circuit, these activities will take your STEM Family Night to the next level!
Our Class is a Family is an amazing book by Shannon Olsen! This is a perfect back to school craft to do with your students. The book is not included! I linked it below! Check out the book here: Our Class is a Family ! What is included: Schoolhouse Craft Pieces Our Class is a Family Fill in My name is____________ Students can draw a picture of themselves or print a wallet size picture of your student Students will fill an emoji to describe how their class family makes them feel Students will Draw a picture of their class or print a 4x6 class picture of your class family Our Class is a Family Fill in My name is____________ Students can draw a picture of themselves or print a wallet size picture of your student My class family makes me feel __________________ One word to describe our class family ______________ Students will Draw a picture of their class or print a 4x6 class picture of your class family Our Class is a Family Fill in All About Me Pages My name is____________ Students can draw a picture of themselves or print a wallet size picture of your student My class family makes me feel __________________ One word to describe our class family ______________ My hair color is ______________ My eye color is ______________ My favorite subject is ______________ My favorite color is______________ My favorite book is______________ Our Class is a Family Fill in My name is____________ Students can draw a picture of themselves or print a wallet size picture of your student My class family makes me feel __________________ One word to describe our class family ______________ I love our class family because with four lines for your students to write Our Class is a Family Fill in I love our class family because with four lines for your students to write My favorite activity to do in class is with four lines for your students to write Our Class is a Family is a great book to build those relationships with your students at the beginning of the school year! I hope you love this back to school craft as much as I do!
Fun and engaging ideas to get to know your students at the beginning of the school year. Build a strong classroom community with these free resources.
Embark on a spiritual journey with our printable placemat inspired by the timeless message of the Great Commission from Matthew 28:19-20. Introducing "A Mission for the Ages" – a captivating activity mat designed to engage young hearts and minds in Christian education and family Bible study. The Great Commission Matthew 28:19-20 ESV Bible Verse: "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age." A Mission for All Ages: Embark on a journey of faith and discipleship with our Coloring Page, designed to instill the teachings of Jesus in young hearts. Perfect for fostering spiritual growth and understanding in children while making learning an enjoyable experience. Versatile Usage: Ideal for a variety of settings including Sunday school, youth groups, kids' ministries, family gatherings, and even mission trips, this printable mat is a versatile tool for nurturing young disciples. Perfect For: Sunday School Activities & Lessons Homeschooling Family Devotions Vacation Bible School (VBS) Gift for Faith-Based Events Children's Ministry Youth Group Mission Trips Discipleship Product Details: Two printable Bible activity sheets. Digital download for instant access. No physical product shipped Black and white design for coloring Suitable for Christian education, family Bible study, discipleship, mission trips, Sunday school, youth groups, kids' ministries, and more File Details: This digital download features a delightful black-and-white design, perfect for children to color as they learn. From planes soaring across the sky to a detailed globe, every element of this mat is crafted to capture young imaginations. Dive into interactive learning with an "I Spy" game, a challenging word search, tic-tac-toe boards, and plenty of delightful items to color. Each activity is thoughtfully designed to promote engagement and reinforce the message of the Great Commission. Make learning an adventure with "A Mission for the Ages" The Great Commission printable coloring placemat. Download yours today and embark on a journey of faith and discovery! Read More: Read more about this product in the Sunday School Activities blog post. Printables: All files are 8.5″x 11″ and meant to be printed and trimmed yourself. These files are yours to keep and print as many times as you like. Colors may vary depending on your printer. Take a look at the last photo for an example. Don’t have a printer? Just email the files to your local quick print shop. Here is a tutorial on how to upload and print at Staples. Copyright: Files cannot be shared with friends or used for resale/commercial purposes. All artwork is copyrighted by law and for personal use only. You will need a PDF reader (like free Adobe Reader) to open and print. Delivery & Returns: Your files will be available to download once payment is confirmed. I don't accept returns, exchanges, or cancellations. Please contact me if you have any problems with your order, and we'll make it right.
Do you have a hard time getting your child to talk abou their day? Here are 20 engaging after school questions to ask your child.
Hosting a family art night can be the best way to build support for your art program, boost parent involvement and advocate for your program within your community. In this episode, I share my experiences with my own family art night both as a parent and as the organizer. I walk you through what worked
This STEM PROJECT is a fun addition to the amazing read-aloud OUR CLASS IS A FAMILY! I love incorporating group work & engaging materials on the first day or week of school! THE CHALLENGE: Students are challenged to design & make a school house for our CLASS FAMILY! What's Included: Outline of lesson plans Posters of each step Posters of the engineering process STEM Journal Reflection Sheets Safety Checklist Printables for students Voting Ballots Our Class is a Family CRAFT Our Class is a Family WRITING PROMPTS Our Class is a Family EXTRA PRINTABLES Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, and TPT: @Lashes & Littles @Lashes and Littles
These lessons are included in our Agriculture Elementary Unit. Explore dairy farms in this in-depth, engaging nature study by Jacqueline Marr of Books and Willows. This study includes four modules: Module 1: Meet the Dairy Cows Learn how grass turns into milk! Explore the digestive system of ruminants. Color and label a diagram. Be introduced to popular dairy cow breeds then create a mixed-media art piece to celebrate your favorite. Conduct a rumen fermentation experiment to explore how cows produce methane and carbon dioxide. Extend your learning by researching the role of cow burbs and climate change! Module 2: Life on the Farm Learn about the different structures inside dairy barns then consider what you've discovered and design your own! Explore milking technologies. Follow a day in the life of a dairy cow. Try 'milking a cow' in our at-home demonstration. Module 3: From Farm to Market Explore how milk is transported to and processed at the dairy processing plant. We'll learn about pasteurization, centrifugal separation, and homogenization. Observe centrifugal force at work in our spinning art tutorial! Review the history of milk packaging and create a timeline. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of each type. Module 4: On Your Plate Explore the benefits of dairy milk and learn how to read a nutrition label. Discover the process for making cheese and yogurt then make your own cheese at home! Host a cheese tasting to find your favorite variety. Discover the science of milk fat in the classic magic milk experiment. Compare the nutritional value of dairy and non-dairy kinds of milk. This study may be completed over the course of one month with one module per week, or more quickly or slowly depending on personal preference. This is a digital download and files will be delivered via email upon purchase. Enjoy your adventure!
🐴 Saddle up for an immersive equestrian adventure with our brand-new Horse Unit Study! 🐎 Unleash the excitement of learning as kids gallop through the fascinating world of horses. 🌟 Get ready to dive into a treasure trove of horse knowledge, featuring 12 detailed breed profiles accompanied by stunning illustrations that bring each horse to life! From majestic Arabians to sturdy Clydesdales, our unit study showcases the diversity and beauty of these incredible creatures.🐎 Our informational flashcards will have kids neighing with excitement as they absorb fun facts about horses. And let's not forget the showstopper: a breathtaking poster capturing the 12 horse breeds studied.😍🐴 With a smorgasbord of engaging worksheets, activities, and crafts, this unit study is an educational bonanza that ensures both kids and adults are entertained and enriched!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Whether you're exploring horse anatomy, equipment, or diving into each breed, there's something for everyone in this expansive resource. So, whether you're a parent, teacher, or just a horse enthusiast, saddle your curiosity and embark on a journey through the equine world with our Horse Unit Study. 🏇📚 Written by: @backtobasicliving Illustrated by: @christybeasley ---------- This is a digital download only. You will receive an email with the download link within 24 hours of purchase. You may not share, edit, or resell the file in any wall. All rights remain with Christy Beasley Creative.
A fun and engaging Geometry Project on Measuring Angles where students design a Putt-Putt Course. Examples, rubrics, worksheets, and more included!
This is a great project to motivate and engage students while learning about their family heritage and culture! The project contains a Family Heritage Interview and parent letter. Using the information from home (8 questions on heritage and culture), students are able to assemble and complete this cute lapbook at school. Includes all foldable templates and clipart for assembly. The lapbook contains: ✺Family Heritage Interview questions ✺Family Heritage Project parent letter and questions ✺Family Tree cover title page (with 4 different child image options) ✺World Map to color and note country location(s) ✺Family Portrait (for illustration) ✺Family Traditions foldable ✺Language petal foldable ✺Climate matchbook foldable ✺"Did You Know?" interesting fact fan ✺Family Recipes foldable ✺Country Flag foldable
This post covers tips to designing a successful middle school art curriculum. It's all about scaffolding, building confidence, and having fun
