The trope of libraries that are full of possibility, but appear dingy, dusty, or dated is one we’re all familiar with. Libraries, after all, are often known for utilitarian storage of thousands of titles with little room — or budget — for flashy displays. However, as the library’s role in community and education spaces grows, it’s important to ensure the space is welcoming and inviting, encouraging patrons to engage and learn.
When you consider where students spend most of their time, it’s at their desks at school. Studies indicate that children spend over 70% of their school day sitting in the classroom, which makes getting their seating arrangements correct vital for the learning process. Read the article for some considerations to have when choosing your next desk purchase!
If you’re purchasing cookware for your family and consumer science kitchens, you might be overwhelmed by all the choices of materials and coatings that are available. While each type of cookware has its own benefits, stainless steel offers a sturdy choice that resists rust, has excellent heat retention, and can be used on all heating sources. Keep reading to learn more about how to use and care for stainless steel cookware so your students can create delicious meals with confidence and ease.
Any organization, including schools, produces tons of waste. A study from Minnesota found that nearly 80% of all waste generated by a school could be recycled or composted. Teaching students how to manage resources responsibly is a great way to start promoting sustainability. In this article, we’ll explore how to enhance recycling efforts in your school, benefiting both students and staff now and in the future.
In education, we know that many factors can lead to improved student learning in the classroom such as a strong universal curriculum, connections with teachers, and collective teacher efficacy. John Hattie’s research on the effects related to student achievement explores these factors and more, but often overlooked is the classroom environment’s impact on learning. The classroom environment can have a positive impact on behavior, discussion, deliberate practice, intervention, space, problem-solving teaching, creativity programs, and so much more!
