Something we can probably all agree on: engaging students in learning is tougher than ever. Teachers are continually seeking innovative ways to motivate students and have them take ownership of their own learning. One...
It’s no secret that teaching is not an easy job, and these days, it feels harder than ever to engage students in learning. And it can be particularly challenging to find ways to enhance...
If you’ve ever done an escape room with your students, you probably already know that they are a big hit in the classroom! Nothing seems to engage students the way playing a game does....
English is notorious for its tricky spelling, so it’s definitely something students need to practice often. The problem is that practicing spelling is generally not particularly engaging for students. I am a puzzle and...
The first day back to school can often be a stressful time for students as they are faced with a new classroom and unfamiliar faces. This is why icebreaker activities are so important –...
So I’m the first to admit that I have trouble keeping up with all the trends on social media these days. I keep hearing about the popularity of Tik Tok with its videos on...
While I use a variety of types of activities and lessons with my students, there is a special place in my heart for games and puzzles, and activities that really get students thinking. That’s...
When the 2020 pandemic hit, teachers were suddenly faced with new teaching challenges that no one could have predicted: teaching completely online. My instinct was that while we as teachers were stressing about how...