Math
Top 10 tools to help students succeed in math
With the right tools to help students succeed in math, you can help them learn more effectively while making your…
Author: Jamie Klinger-Krebs
Jamie Klinger-Krebs is the Manager of Digital Design and Copy at Nasco Education. Along with having an extensive background in writing and digital design, Jamie is the granddaughter of a well-respected teacher who taught her the importance of education and the fact that being a teacher is one of the coolest (and toughest) professions there is.
SEL
6 ways to infuse SEL into your classroom management plan
An effective classroom management plan is essential in keeping things running smoothly in your classroom. Learn 6 ways to infuse…
Art Education
Top 10 must-have art supplies every new art teacher needs
Are you wondering what must-have art supplies other educators are using to stock their art cabinets? We asked our resident…
SEL
Sensory rooms: Engaging the senses to improve student learning
Sensory rooms offer a therapeutic space where students can tune into their senses and become better engaged in learning. Learn…
SEL
Sensory tools to help sensitive students focus, cope, and manage anxiety
Sensory processing disorders are becoming more common in school-aged children, and you can help sensitive students cope with sensory tools…
Makerspace STEM/STEAM
Makerspace activities: 4 ways to help students explore exciting STEM/STEAM careers
Are your students ready to explore STEM/STEAM careers? Explore new makerspace activities to help them prepare for a bright future…
SEL
Biophilic design in education: Connecting students with nature to improve mental health
Connecting your students with nature through biophilic design can provide a calmer learning environment and improve mental health. Learn simple…
Family & Consumer Sciences
Culinary tools 101: Maintenance and safety techniques to sharpen students’ knife-handling skills
Teach students about essential culinary tools, like knives, with these safety tips that will help fine-tune their culinary skills and…
SEL
Stress-management activities to improve student mental health
Implementing stress-management activities in the classroom can help students stay centered while improving their overall mental health. See seven simple…
SEL
5 kits to help integrate SEL in the classroom
If you’re looking to integrate more SEL the classroom, these time-saving kits can help students build important skills while reducing…
Science
8 Earth Day activities to promote environmental sustainability
Commemorate Earth Day with activities that promote environmental stability while teaching students how to prepare for a greener future.
Art Education
4 ways to incorporate art into summer learning activities
Summer learning programs are a blank canvas for creative ideas. Check out these tips on ways to bring an artistic…
Art Education
Adaptive art: Helping students overcome (and understand) unique challenges
Adaptive art is about understanding physical or emotional challenges, and then providing students with specialized tools to help them create.
Art Education
Top 5 art projects of 2021
We put together a complication of the top five art projects for 2021 to help you get creative with your…
SEL
Activities to help students manage emotions and reduce holiday stress
Make the holidays a little more joyful for students with activities to help manage emotions and overcome stress.
STEM/STEAM
8 simple STEM activities students will love
STEM learning helps students move forward toward a better tomorrow. Check out these simple STEM activities to keep kids engaged…
SEL
How to boost students’ SEL skills through journaling
Self-reflection is at the very core of SEL, and journaling is a good practice for students of any age. Learn…
STEM/STEAM
12 STEM activities from beginner to advanced
Whether you’re just beginning your STEM program or looking for new ideas, there are plenty of ways to bring STEM…
Art Education
9 engaging art projects to help kids reconnect at school
Help students reconnect with each other, re-engage with learning, and find an outlet for complex emotions with art projects.
Back to School
Learning activities to help students engage this fall
Looking for new back-to-school learning activities to engage students this fall? Check out these teacher-favorite educational tools.
Art Education
3 ways to support art education with ESSER funds
Do you find yourself wondering—how can I support my art program with ESSER funds? Here are three great ways to…
Math
5 ways to keep math going strong—all summer long
Looking for ideas to help students keep math skills sharp over summer? Here are five easy-to-implement ways to keep them…
SEL
Art & SEL: How (and why) this pair really works
See how a successful NY art educator uses SEL in almost every lesson in her classroom, and learn how it…
SEL
Ways to get started with effective SEL activities in your classroom
With government funding available, now is the perfect time to start implementing effective SEL activities in your classroom.
Makerspace
Makerspace projects that increase student engagement and inspire learning
Help students flex their creative muscles with fun hands-on learning maker projects that inspire learning.
Teacher Appreciation
An open letter to all teachers—thank you for never giving up on our kids
This has been a tough school year, but you never gave up. Thank you, teachers, for everything you do!
Science
Earth Day activities: 7 fun ways to raise awareness
Raise environmental awareness with Earth Day activities and lessons to help students get involved and engaged in learning.
Lessons & Activities
5 ways to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Help students understand the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with these easy-to-implement activities for in-class or at-home learning.
Distance Learning
5 live-streaming solutions for a better virtual learning experience
Live streaming can be a struggle for many teachers juggling in-class and virtual learning. Here are five solutions that can…
Teacher Appreciation
Teachers change the world—every day
Teachers have a tough job these days. Your strength and determination is inspiring, and we appreciate you more than ever.
Science
Celebrate Earth Day with fun facts & activities
If you're looking for ways to celebrate Earth Day, check out these fun facts and activities to share with students.
STEM/STEAM
Teachers use 3D printers to create more comfortable masks for local healthcare workers
A group of teachers used 3D printers to make masks more comfortable for local healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Art Education
Keep creating (no matter what)
As we navigate the new and uncharted territories of remote learning, here are lessons and activities to help kids stay…
Distance Learning
Keep calm and keep learning
Parents and teachers can find distance learning difficult to navigate. Here are helpful solutions for teaching math, science, and more.
Teacher Resources
Class Acts with Kris video series highlights real educators
Kris Bakke of Nasco Education highlights the stories of real educators in the Class Acts with Kris video series.
STEM/STEAM
3D printing: The future of learning is here now
3D printing is becoming highly useful in STEM/STEAM curriculums. Here are some easy ways to introduce your students and get…