Support for Teacher Well-being: Preserving your Light and Joy
Support for Teacher Well-being: Preserving your Light and JoyApr 10, 2023 • by Debbie Bagley Dear Teachers, I just wanted to let you know that you are loved and appreciated. …
Debbie Bagley is a teacher advocate at Studies Weekly. She has worked in the education field for over 15 years and is especially passionate about teaching character education and social studies.
The Art of Artifacts: Why implement Student Artifacts into your classroom?
The Art of Artifacts: Why implement Student Artifacts into your classroom? Feb. 3, 2023 ◊ By Debbie Bagley As teachers, we know it is important for students to think about…
Kids Krafts: Magic Puffy Snowman
Kids Krafts: Magic Puffy Snowman Dec. 9, 2022 ◊ By Debbie Bagley Welcome back! This has got to be one of my favorite art recipes ever! It is so easy,…
Kids Krafts: How to Make a Holiday Ribbon Tree Ornament
How to Make a Holiday Ribbon Tree Ornament Dec. 9, 2022 ◊ By Debbie Bagley With the holidays upon us, if you’re like me, you’re always searching for a fun,…
5 Ways to Help Your Students Learn Gratitude
5 Ways to Help Students Learn Gratitude Nov. 2, 2022 ◊ By Debbie Bagley November is a great time to start gratitude-filled activities students will love, and that promote gratitude…
5 Classroom Management Tips for Elementary Teachers
5 Classroom Management Tips for Elementary Teachers Classroom management is such a big part of teaching and has become more critical as students readjust to post-pandemic in-person learning. As a…
End of Year Celebration Ideas for Elementary Teachers
End of Year Celebration Ideas for Elementary Teachers After the hectic testing windows have passed, the end of the school year can be a wonderful time to celebrate camaraderie, hard…
Using Art Therapy for Autistic Students
Through the creativity that comes with art therapy, students with autism spectrum disorder can use their imagination to improve skills, work through feelings, reduce stress, improve well-being, and express themselves…
Set Your Classroom Apart with the Sounds of Music
“Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.” Plato With so many significant benefits of music, it’s easy to…
Teacher Tips: Helping Students Deal with Negative Emotions
I absolutely love February! It is filled with so many wonderful and joyful things to teach. As a teacher, I loved focusing on Love as our central theme- love for…