Jennifer Dobson

The Secrets to Successful Classroom Management Finally Revealed

Many people associate classroom management with only behavior issues of students; however, it also refers to many other areas of the classroom, such as organization, communication, and environment. The organization of the classroom is more than the arrang... Read >

Is Active Play For Children Still Important?

With the advance of technology, electronics have become an essential part of our lives. Children are born into a world of technology. They can not fathom life without it. From televisions to computers, children are receiving a great deal of cognitive stim... Read >

Will it Float Or Sink? - Fun Sand and Water Activities

Sand and water are simple substances that students can use for play and education. They are easy to procure, and can be utilized for many projects. Children love to stick their hands in sand and let it fall through their fingers. They also love to endless... Read >

Writing Prompts Your Students Are Sure To Love

Prompts are useful for many different kinds of writing exercises. You might choose to use a writing prompt as a daily warm-up activity. Writing prompts are also useful to have on hand for when students finish a classroom assignment early, or to be used an... Read >

Remodel A Child's Behavior Using Positive Reinforcement

Studies have repeatedly shown that positive reinforcement can be more effective at changing a child's behavior than using punishment. Positive statements made to a child when they do something right can help them learn the proper behavior, in addition to ... Read >

Affordable Summer Family Vacations

For many families, summer means planning a vacation so that everyone can relax and have some fun. Even when money is tight, it's important to schedule some quality time together. After all, fun doesn't have to mean expensive. If you ask most people about ... Read >

Integrating A Whiteboard in the Classroom

Whiteboards are a great alternative to using chalkboards in the classroom. Whether you are using a standard whiteboard or one of the full-featured interactive whiteboards which are now available, you'll find plenty of ways to improve your presentation abi... Read >

Survive the Summer With These Helpful Tips For Parents

Children always look forward to summer vacation, but parents aren't always sure how best to cope. For some parents, summer marks the beginning of summer camp and other activities for their children. For parents that work outside the home, summer might als... Read >

Preparing Your Child For Preschool or Kindergarten

The first day of preschool or kindergarten can be quite stressful for a child. If they haven't been in any kind of daycare program previously, even the matter of being separated from their parents can cause a lot of anxiety. Setting out on their own to pr... Read >

What Teachers Can Do About Cyberbullying

With the prevalence of the Internet, the way that we communicate has changed. Young people are taking full advantage of text messaging, chat rooms, instant messaging, websites, and email to communicate with their current friends and to reach out to new fr... Read >

Top Summer Outdoor Toys And Activities For Kids

Outdoors games and toys are a natural for summer. When choosing outdoor toys for your kids, be sure to choose some which are as educational as they are fun. There are some great toys and games that your kids will love to play with this summer. Your kids w... Read >

Educational Classroom Carpets Are A Lasting Investment!

As an educator of young children, chances are good that you are always on the lookout to find inventive and original approaches of capturing the attention of your classroom and piquing your student's curiosity. Visual aids, such as educational rugs, are v... Read >

Top Four Summer Jobs For Teachers

Whether you are a new teacher who has not yet landed her first full-time position, or a seasoned, veteran educator who has been around the block a few times, a summer teaching job can be loaded with benefits for you. Teaching during the summer can be a gr... Read >

How To Maintain A Low-Stress Teaching Career

Teaching can be one of the most rewarding professions imaginable, but it can also be a very stressful one. As an educator, you likely know that the level of stress that you are under at work can cause your job performance to suffer. To be an effective tea... Read >

Ho To Motivate Your Students To Learn

The problem with motivating students is a far-reaching one that even the most seasoned educators sometimes have trouble with. No matter what age group your teaching or how large your class is there always seems to be at least one student who isn't exactly... Read >