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Bulletin board display with a fall theme titled 'Our Fall Favorites,' featuring large letters and seasonal decorations such as pumpkins, autumn leaves, and trees with colorful foliage. The display includes illustrations of students' favorite fall activities, set against a background of a fall landscape with a decorative border of autumn leaves.

10 Fall Bulletin Board Ideas for Classrooms

Autumn is a season of vibrant colors, cozy sweaters, and delightful traditions. In our classroom, we celebrated the beauty of fall by creating a bulletin board titled “Our Fall Favorites.” This display features students’ drawings and descriptions of their favorite fall activities, from apple picking and pumpkin carving to enjoying warm treats and playing in the leaves. The board is decorated with bright autumn leaves, pumpkins, and colorful trees, bringing the spirit of the season into our learning environment. By sharing their personal experiences, students connected with each other and embraced the joys of the season. This bulletin board not only brightened our classroom but also encouraged creativity and reflection on what makes fall such a special time of year.

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Cultivating Patience in Children: A Guide for Parents

Patience is a virtue that can greatly affect a child’s mental health and ability to bounce back from hard times. As parents and caretakers, it’s our job to teach kids important life skills, and learning to be patient is one of them. Getting better at this vital skill early in life can help you make better decisions, have better relationships, and feel more emotionally …

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Two young girls reading a book together outdoors at sunset. One girl has her arm around the other, and they are both focused on the book, independent learning. This shows away to encourage independent learning

11 Ways to Encourage Independent Learning in Kids

Encouraging kids to take ownership of their learning fosters independence and a lifelong love of learning. This article provides 11 effective strategies to help children feel responsible for their educational journey. From cultivating curiosity and setting goals together to fostering self-directed learning and critical thinking, these methods empower kids to become proactive learners. Additionally, supporting mistakes, celebrating achievements, and being a role model for lifelong learning can significantly impact their motivation and confidence. Implement these strategies to create a nurturing environment that supports academic success and personal growth.

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Parent Teacher Organization Success. A diverse group of five people sitting around a table in a library, collaborating on a project with a laptop. One person high-fives another while others smile and engage in the discussion. Bookshelves and large windows are visible in the background.

Strong Parent Teacher Organizations Enrich Elementary School Learning

When it comes to education, the relationship between parents and teachers is very important to how kids learn and grow as people. In fact, as a teacher for over 20 years, I would say that a school’s Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) can be the determining factor between a highly successful school and a school that is struggling to meet its students’ needs.

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Back To School. A young girl wearing a floral dress and a light green backpack, standing outdoors with trees and a clear sky in the background.

What elementary school kids need to go back to school

As summer ends, it’s time to start getting ready for the new school year. For parents of elementary school kids, this means ensuring they have everything they need to start the school year off well. We’ve compiled a full list of elementary school kids’ must-have back-to-school items to help you stay organized and ensure your kids are ready for the first day of school.

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The Teacher Burnout Crisis

Overcoming the Teacher Burnout Crisis

The teaching profession is in crisis.  Teacher burnout is at an all-time high, and very few teachers are happy with their jobs.  I’ve noticed that teachers have to do more every year, but it doesn’t always seem like school leaders know how much they have to do.

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