Arts & Crafts
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The Best Way to Wash Paint Brushes (and Store them too!)
You’ve seen what happens to the paint brushes in your classroom when they aren’t properly cared for. The key to the longevity of a brush is how well you take care of it, and you can help your students learn the right way to wash paint brushes and store them by sharing the tips below.
Start by reminding students that paint brushes are ...
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Unlocking creativity and problem-solving with Makedo cardboard tools: A guide for engaging students in Grades 6 and beyond
Makedo cardboard construction tools are a great way to encourage creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on learning among students, especially in grades 6 and older. Here are some effective ways to use Makedo tools in the classroom:
1. Introduction:
Start with an introduction to Makedo tools, explaining how each tool works and how they connect ...
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Artful Escapes: Winter Wonderland Projects for the Elementary Classroom
The Winter season is notoriously hectic for everyone, add in the stress of being an educator having to come up with art projects that include all student beliefs, backgrounds, orientations and abilities/disabilities can definitely bring Nightmare-Before-Christmas vibes!
Enter Spectrum Educational: we’re here to assist in relieving your pre-...
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Outdoor Learning Advantages for Early Years Education
Outdoor Learning, a holistic and enriching pedagogical approach, brings the vastness of nature into the heart of early childhood education. This dynamic methodology offers a wealth of benefits, making it an exciting venture for educators keen on fostering physical health, creativity, and problem-solving skills in young learners.
Outdoor ...
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Art, Unity, and Anti-Bullying: Pink Shirt Day’s Impact in Schools
“If you see someone being bullied, make it stop.” – Susane Colasanti
February can be one of the darkest months in our long Canadian winters. Thankfully we have Pink Shirt Day to warm our hearts and open our lives to the amazing diversity of our country.
Pink Shirt Day, otherwise known as Anti-Bullying Day, is an annual event founded by ...
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MASTERPIECE℠ The 2023-2024 Season of FIRST® LEGO® League
As the curtains fall on the riveting 2022-2023 SUPERPOWERED℠ season, we can hardly contain our excitement for the next fantastic wave of discovery! The grand finale at the FIRST Championship in Houston was nothing short of spectacular, and it's set the stage for a new season that promises to be every bit as inspiring... some might say... this ...
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Paint Care Tips for your Art Classroom!
With tight budgets, you want to make sure that the art supplies you purchase for your classroom last as long as possible. You can avoid wasting paint or reducing its quality by following the paint care tips below. With these easy steps, you’ll get the most out of every bottle of paint you purchase.
Acrylic and tempera paint care tips...
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Teaching Sustainability Through Art: Earth Day Projects for the Classroom
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April is a great month; the world is full of positive energy and sunshine; things start to awaken and bloom after the long winter. It’s also the month Earth Day takes place, a day we can all take time to appreciate this planet we live on, and bring ...
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Upcoming Tradeshows Ft. Spectrum! (IN-PERSON EVENTS)
Join us in the Exhibitor Hall at various events to explore our innovative solutions designed to enhance and revolutionize learning experiences. Our dedicated team members will be on-site to introduce you to our most popular products, as well as some hidden gems that are guaranteed to make a difference in your classroom...
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5 “Get-to-Know-You” Activities and Lesson Plans for Art Teachers
At the beginning of the school year, your art room comes to life with a flurry of excitement from new student artists. But it can be challenging to access the individual interests, talents, and even the insecurities, of all these artists right away. That’s where Lesson Plans for art teachers that engage students in specific “get-to-know-you” ...
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