The end of the school year has so many events to plan. For instance, some schools plan special field trips, park gatherings, and assemblies. Additionally, teachers work hard to ensure students are ready for upcoming events, such as Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. While Father’s Day may occur during summer break, students can still prepare while school is in session….
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The Powerful Benefits of Nature for Educators This week, we’re continuing our series on self-care for educators with a focus on the benefits of nature! When you work in a demanding and stressful profession, it’s essential to prioritize self-care and relaxation. Research shows that relaxation in nature is especially beneficial. Beyond its beauty, nature significantly benefits your mood, physical and…
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As the school year winds down, teachers and students are experiencing various emotions. Some students are excited about summer vacation even though they will miss school. However, others are sad that the school year is ending because it has become a home-away-from-home. While teachers are thankful for a break, they will miss the classroom relationships as they prepare for a…
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What Are the Benefits of Sleeping as Self-Care for Educators? This week, we’re continuing our series on self-care for educators with our 4th most popular answer… SLEEP! Everyone needs to make time for self-care, but when you’re in a challenging and stressful profession like education, it’s even more important to take great care of yourself. Sleep offers a huge range…
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One of the best parts of the day is when the teacher and students can sit down together for a great book. However, preparing for this time is challenging! Since every student is different, it can be hard to find one book that everyone will love. Thus, teachers spend a lot of time getting to know students and reading various…
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Selecting the perfect read aloud can be stressful. First, it must have a story that students can understand. Without this, many will lose interest and start doing things they shouldn’t. Second, it is essential to have strong illustrations to help students visualize the story. Third, it is helpful to select a book that will impact students inside and outside the…
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