The Joy of Teaching

Sharing creative ideas and lessons to help children learn

May 19, 2020
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Hands-on Learning Activities for Home: Underwater Fireworks, DIY Laser Maze, and Cardboard Construction

Create fun and entertaining learning opportunities at home with these simple activities!  Create a DIY laser maze at home, conduct simple science experiments, and incorporate short mini-lessons from workbooks to keep children thinking and learning during school breaks. Listed below … Continue reading

May 4, 2020
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Free At-Home Learning Activities for PreK and K!

Support your young child’s learning at home with fun activities that will keep him or her engaged and mentally active! Continue reading below for free activities, helpful suggestions, and other resources to help your PreK or kindergarteners prepare for the … Continue reading

May 1, 2020
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Teaching Kids Art: Learning About Texture with Paint

Help children learn new avenues of expression and creativity using art. Art is a wonderful activity that helps children to learn the importance of taking risks and solving problems. In the words of Henri Matisse, “Creativity takes courage.” Allowing children … Continue reading

April 29, 2020
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Easy Pirate-Themed Scavenger Hunt for kids

Who doesn’t love a good scavenger hunt? The heat of the moment, racing another team to the finish line and the excitement that comes with solving word puzzles. Create the ultimate pirate-themed scavenger hunt for kids with this list! Keep … Continue reading

April 20, 2020
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Learning at Home with TeacherFileBox

Transitioning from school to home for distance learning can be filled with stress for parents, students, and teachers. How do you start? What resources should you choose? Which subjects should you focus on? For over 30 years, teachers and homeschoolers … Continue reading

April 3, 2020
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Boredom Busters and Learning Activities for Home

How do you keep your children engaged during school breaks? With a balance of activity books and hands-on activities, you can keep your kids mentally active and send them back to school ahead of the curve. These educational activity books … Continue reading

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