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PE class provides students with a much needed outlet to run around. Spice things up with one of these fun and innovative elementary PE games! Recess Games, Fun Games, Games To Play, Retro Videos, Retro Video Games, Ed Game, Elementary Pe, Pe Class, Weareteachers

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PE class provides students with a much needed outlet to run around. Spice things up with one of these fun and innovative elementary PE games!

Teaching SEL is so important as many children reenter the classroom. Here's how to use The Compassion Project to teach key skills. Anti Bullying, Social Emotional Skills, Social Skills, Online Activities, Learning Activities, Student Learning, Teaching Kids, Salt

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Teaching SEL is so important as many children reenter the classroom. Here's how to use The Compassion Project to teach key skills.

Using FOSS Science, I take my science classroom outdoors to help my students apply what we've learned in class to what we see outside. Science Curriculum, Learning Science, Project Based Learning, Science Classroom, Science Lessons, Science Programs

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Using FOSS Science, I take my science classroom outdoors to help my students apply what we've learned in class to what we see outside.

These Red Ribbon Week ideas will help you encourage students to make good choices. Coloring contests, door decor, dress-up days, and more! Counseling Teacher, Morning Announcements, Red Ribbon Week, Coloring Contest, Game Based Learning, Dress Up Day, Make Your Own Card, Outdoor Learning

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These Red Ribbon Week ideas will help you encourage students to make good choices. Coloring contests, door decor, dress-up days, and more!

The next time your class needs to get outside to let off steam or build teamwork and physical fitness, try one of these classic recess games. Gym Games, Health Education, Physical Education, After School, Old School

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The next time your class needs to get outside to let off steam or build teamwork and physical fitness, try one of these classic recess games.

The only thing more fun than hands-on science is taking it outside! These outdoor science activities will appeal to kids of all ages. Science Camp, Science For Kids, Science Projects, Science Activities, Summer Learning, Kids Learning, Girl Scout Mom, Steam Lessons

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The only thing more fun than hands-on science is taking it outside! These outdoor science activities will appeal to kids of all ages.

Set young engineers loose with wood craft sticks, glue, and string to create a bird feeder. Then research the best seeds to fill them with, and hang them outside your classroom window to draw in some feathered friends. Bird Feeders For Kids To Make, Make A Bird Feeder, Bird Feeder Craft, Homemade Bird Feeders, Popsicle Stick Crafts, Craft Stick Crafts, Fun Crafts, Popsicle Sticks, Craft Sticks

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Set young engineers loose with wood craft sticks, glue, and string to create a bird feeder. Then research the best seeds to fill them with, and hang them outside your classroom window to draw in some feathered friends.

This is another cute idea for watching seeds sprout. For this one, all you need is a sunny window (no soil required). Image credit: Sprout House from Playdough to Plato Kid Science, Science Kits, Teaching Science, Teaching Plants, Kindergarten Science Experiments, Science Friday, Science Centers

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This is another cute idea for watching seeds sprout. For this one, all you need is a sunny window (no soil required). Image credit: Sprout House from Playdough to Plato

Buy or make some giant wooden dice, then compete at an outdoor game of Yahtzee. (Don’t tell kids they’re actually practicing their math skills on field day!) Giant Yard Games, Diy Yard Games, Diy Games, Backyard Games, Diy Backyard, Fun Icebreaker Games, Field Day Games, Yard Yahtzee, Homemade Board Games

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Buy or make some giant wooden dice, then compete at an outdoor game of Yahtzee. (Don’t tell kids they’re actually practicing their math skills on field day!)

In this week's edition of Ask WeAreTeachers, we take on the dread of a field trip, test anxiety, and workplace sexual harassment. Professional Development For Teachers, Professional Learning, Test Anxiety, Stress And Anxiety, Teaching Jobs, Teacher Career, Academic Language, Deep Breathing Exercises

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In this week's edition of Ask WeAreTeachers, we take on the dread of a field trip, test anxiety, and workplace sexual harassment.

Ready to get out and enjoy the fresh air? We've put together this list of outdoor games for kids to enjoy with right now! List Of Outdoor Games, Outdoor Fun, Bean Bag Games, Miniature Golf Course, Old Games, Happy Mom

List Of Outdoor Games

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Ready to get out and enjoy the fresh air? We've put together this list of outdoor games for kids to enjoy with right now!

Here’s another project showing that not every plant needs seeds. Save kitchen scraps and try regrowing them, with or without soil. Image credit: Regrow Kitchen Scraps from A Piece of Rainbow Regrow Green Onions, Green Onions Growing, Growing Greens, Windowsill Garden, Garden Plants, Indoor Plants, Shade Garden, Plants You Can Regrow, Plants Life Cycle Activities

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Here’s another project showing that not every plant needs seeds. Save kitchen scraps and try regrowing them, with or without soil. Image credit: Regrow Kitchen Scraps from A Piece of Rainbow

This game is pretty easy to make with tomato cages and bamboo skewers. Each competitor pulls a stick, trying not to be the one who causes the balls to fall! Fill Your Bucket, Bowling Games, Relay Races, Frisbee Golf, Hungry Hippos, Tomato Cages, Bamboo Skewers

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This game is pretty easy to make with tomato cages and bamboo skewers. Each competitor pulls a stick, trying not to be the one who causes the balls to fall!

Make oversized croquet hoops from pool noodles, and grab some lightweight balls. You can hit the balls with more pool noodles, or try to kick them through the hoops as you make your way along the course. Vbs Outdoor Games, Outdoor Summer Activities, Summer Outdoor, Fun Activities, Summer Pool, Summer Fun

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Make oversized croquet hoops from pool noodles, and grab some lightweight balls. You can hit the balls with more pool noodles, or try to kick them through the hoops as you make your way along the course.

Looking for new and exciting field day games? Try Parachute Volleyball, Frisbee Golf, Fill the Bucket, Yard Yahtzee, and more! Family Time Activities

Family Time Activities

Looking for new and exciting field day games? Try Parachute Volleyball, Frisbee Golf, Fill the Bucket, Yard Yahtzee, and more!

Have you ever seen a kid not get excited that it’s recess time? This is an obvious one, but kids truly need that time to refresh and get some energy out! Funny Animal Pictures, Cute Funny Animals, Funny Cute, Dog Pictures, Funny Dogs, Funny Memes, Random Pictures, Memes Humor, Dog Memes

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Have you ever seen a kid not get excited that it’s recess time? This is an obvious one, but kids truly need that time to refresh and get some energy out!

Have each team design and build a launcher. Then let them fire wet sponges to see which team’s goes the farthest. Field Day Activities, Summer Activities For Kids, Family Activities, Activity Days, Kids Fun, Family Games Outdoor, Fun Outdoor Games

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Have each team design and build a launcher. Then let them fire wet sponges to see which team’s goes the farthest.

Kids love to play around in water! This preschool science activity helps them learn to make a hypothesis, conduct a simple experiment, and sort their findings by property. Image credit: Fun With Mama Preschool Science Activities, Science Experiments For Preschoolers, Science Fun, Water Cycle Experiment, Kids Sink, Easy Science Projects, Green Crafts For Kids, Brain Craft

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Kids love to play around in water! This preschool science activity helps them learn to make a hypothesis, conduct a simple experiment, and sort their findings by property. Image credit: Fun With Mama

Hang plastic cups on strings, then use squirt guns to push them along to the finish line. (Don’t want to use water? Have kids blow through straws to propel the cups instead.) Backyard Water Games, Outdoor Water Games, Outdoor Party Games, Water Games For Kids, Outdoor Games For Kids, Backyard Party, Outdoor Activities

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Hang plastic cups on strings, then use squirt guns to push them along to the finish line. (Don’t want to use water? Have kids blow through straws to propel the cups instead.)

Give your word lovers a chance to show off their skills with an oversized game of Scrabble! Make the tiles from pieces of cardboard or card stock. Backyard Games Kids, Backyard Landscaping, Summer Crafts For Kids, Games For Kids, Family Games

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Give your word lovers a chance to show off their skills with an oversized game of Scrabble! Make the tiles from pieces of cardboard or card stock.

You could play ordinary ring toss, of course, but how fun is this version? Grab some lawn flamingos (you might even find them at the dollar store) and set them up. Then give each player a set of hoops and let them do their best. Flamingo Ring, Flamingo Decor, Diy Easter Games, Easter Diy, Diy Bowling, Kindergarten, Ring Toss Game, Mini Balloons

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You could play ordinary ring toss, of course, but how fun is this version? Grab some lawn flamingos (you might even find them at the dollar store) and set them up. Then give each player a set of hoops and let them do their best.

There are so many benefits to getting kids moving at school. Learn more about these free movement kits and curriculum for your school. After School Program, School Programs, Stem Academy, School Kit, Kids Moves, Language Resources, How To Gain Confidence

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There are so many benefits to getting kids moving at school. Learn more about these free movement kits and curriculum for your school.

Coconut balls make this bowling game much more challenging—and hilarious! The uneven shape of the fruit means it will roll in ways kids will never expect. Summer Camp Games, Summer Camps For Kids, Camping Games, Camping With Kids, Summer Kids, Camping Activities, Youth Activities, Camping Equipment, Therapy Activities

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Coconut balls make this bowling game much more challenging—and hilarious! The uneven shape of the fruit means it will roll in ways kids will never expect.

This football toss game is surprisingly easy to assemble. You can also just hang Hula-Hoops from a branch or pole—swinging targets make things even more challenging! Easter Party Games, Kids Party Food, Kids Party Games, School Carnival Games, School Games, Diy Karneval, Fall Festival Games

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This football toss game is surprisingly easy to assemble. You can also just hang Hula-Hoops from a branch or pole—swinging targets make things even more challenging!

Hands-on science is one of the best ways to get kids thinking creatively. These STEM activities are perfect for upper elementary students. Engaging Science Lessons, Science Experiments, Stem Projects, Upper Elementary, Elementary Schools, Teaching Stem

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Hands-on science is one of the best ways to get kids thinking creatively. These STEM activities are perfect for upper elementary students.