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Thanksgiving Color By Number Worksheets – Free Printables with a Twist

Thanksgiving is around the corner, and what better way to bring in the festive spirit than with Thanksgiving color by number worksheets? These are not your standard coloring pages, as they come with an exciting twist: they combine coloring fun with physical exercises! You can access this free download of the color by number printables at […]

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Fine Motor Skills, Handwriting, Typing, and Reading: What Does the Research Say?

The relationship between fine motor skills, handwriting, typing, and reading development has been an area of keen interest for educators, parents, and occupational therapy providers. Fine motor skills (FMS), the small muscle movements primarily in our fingers and hands, play a crucial role in activities like writing. But how does this relate to a child’s […]

Teaching Strategies for Gifted Students

Educating gifted students requires understanding their unique needs and employing specialized strategies to foster their growth. For classroom teachers, counselors, speech therapists, and parents, knowing how to adapt and elevate the learning experiences for these talented children is very important. Learn more about various teaching strategies for gifted students and how you can implement them. […]

Engagement Strategies for Teachers

Engagement strategies for teachers are the key to effective teaching and learning. When students are actively engaged in their lessons, they are more likely to understand, retain, and apply what they’ve learned.  As educators, it’s our responsibility to employ a variety of engagement strategies to keep students motivated and attentive.  Exploring different types of engagement […]

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Printable Growth Mindset Posters – Free for Your Classroom

The classroom environment plays a pivotal role in fostering a growth mindset. The visual cues that students encounter daily can significantly influence their mindset. It can help their attitude towards challenges, and their belief in their own learning potential too! Introducing printable growth mindset posters – an invaluable resource to reinforce this powerful philosophy. Download […]

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Vestibular Input Activities and Ideas to Help Children

Various sensory systems deeply influence children’s growth and learning. These systems lay the groundwork for behaviors, motor activities, and cognitive development. One sensory system, often under-recognized but profoundly influential, is the vestibular system. Vestibular input is extremely important for the healthy physical development of children. You can download a FREE poster to provide visual ideas […]