• Make Learning More Fun

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    Children learn in different ways and absorb information in diverse ways; no two are alike. When you make learning more fun, children tend to respond well for longer periods of time. We all retain information in different ways, which is why when we enroll in higher education classes, we have more control over how we record what we learn so that it meets our own needs. If you notice inappropriate behavior, it could just be the result of the children’s frustration with the lessons. It’s critical to enhance your working style while also assisting others. There are many distinct learning styles, including visual learners who absorb information better when exhibited and observed. Physical learners benefit greatly from being hands-on. Another great addition you can make to helping children learn is using gamification in K-12 classrooms. Games are much more than a relaxing recreational tool for individuals of all ages. Games play on our fundamental urge for curiosity, competition, exploration, persistence for a reward, and achievement, eliciting strong emotions and human instincts. More Time Spent Outside Learning Things When talking about bugs, insects, and weather, it’s a good idea to get the students outside and involved in the activities. You can…

  • Pancake Pile-Up!™ Relay Game GIVEAWAY!!

    GIVEAWAY IS OVER I am a huge fan of Educational Insights.  Not only do their games teach, but they are FUN!!! Today’s game is no exception!! The kids had a BLAST with this one!! Pancake Pile-Up! Helps kids develop their gross motor skills, balance, and coordination. Kids pick a card and then build the ‘order’ as seen on the card. Using the spatula find your pancake and build your stack. Since I was playing with 5, 4, 3 and 2 year old’s together so we modified the game a little. We didn’t do the relay part. I had the kids pick a card and build their stack. We did this as a race. The kids had a BLAST!!!  The kids start with a plate, stack the pancakes and add a pat of butter to the top. The pancakes are plastic and puffy like a real pancake. There are toppings like bananas, chocolate chips, blueberries and so on. The spatula is the perfect size for little hands. Shh… They’re learning! Order up! It’s a busy day at the diner, so don’t dilly-dally. Help your customers get just what they ordered by racing the other servers to the grill, relay style, and…