My small group listened to The Walking Classroom podcast Riddles from The Hobbit (5-#22, Complete-#24) as they walked. This podcast inspired the students to create riddles of their own! In fact, during our follow-up discussion, one… Read More
Timely Topics: Native American Heritage Month
November is Native American Heritage Month, also known as National American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. It is the perfect time to celebrate the history, culture, and traditions of American Indians. So, if you’re looking… Read More
STEM Class Success!
I teach an all girls STEM class. As the class that initially requested The Walking Classroom was not using it, our STEM class was asked to take over. We received the Walking Classroom late in the… Read More
Remote Learning and Physical Distancing Webinar
Watch our latest webinar The Walking Classroom is a simple and engaging program that is easily implemented in remote and virtual learning, physical distancing, and hybrid learning environments. Attend our free live webinar for guidance on… Read More
Timely Topics: Geography Awareness Week
Get set to celebrate Geography Awareness Week November 16 through 20. Held every year during the third week of November, the event was created by National Geographic. The purpose? To raise geographical awareness and to excite… Read More
Meet the Scientist: Digging into Dinosaurs with Dr. Paul Brinkman
Did you know that October was International Dinosaur Month? That’s right! It’s true that October is the month of explorers and apples and Halloween happenings. And . . . it’s also loaded with plenty of opportunities… Read More
Second Graders Walk, Listen, and Learn!
My school is a Title I, high poverty, trauma-informed school in Virginia. I teach a total of 29 second graders, departmentalized by subject area, and I have 15 second graders in my homeroom here in Southwest… Read More
Get Set to Celebrate National STEM Day November 8!
It’s not to early to pick some of your favorite topics and get set to celebrate National STEM (and STEAM!) Day on November 8 (or a little earlier since the 8th is a Sunday)! Looking for… Read More
Timely Topics: Statue of Liberty
Wednesday, October 28, marks the 134th anniversary of the dedication of The Statue of Liberty. Originally known as “Liberty Enlightening the World” and dedicated by President Grover Cleveland in 1886, the statue commemorates the French and… Read More
Timely Topics: Myths, Legends, Lore (and More!)
With the end of October signaling spookiness, students may have a hankering to hear about goblins, ghosts, and ghouls. Why not tickle their fancy with a tantalizing tale or two? Tune in to some podcasts rooted… Read More