I’ve read recently that there is now some controversy associated with these two infant sleeping practices. So what better way to get students to learn about what’s going on and then make their own decisions is to have them complete the Swaddling Blankets vs Sleep Sacks Investigation! This is a great stand alone assignment when teaching about infants, but it can also serve as a great sub plan when you have to be out!
Messy play was not encouraged in our household when I was a child! However, when I had my own children, it occurred on a regular basis, for a variety of reasons! In this Child Development Dilemma: To Paint or Not to Paint?, students are researching the art medium of finger paints as it related to young children. So if you’re looking for an engaging, hands-on lesson with activities, be sure to check this one out!
Ever find yourself in need of an independent learning assignment for your students? If so, Eat This Much: Macronutrients Dietary Scenario may be something you find useful if you teach a food, nutrition, health and/or wellness class. The assignment is very flexible and can be assigned in person or virtually and be completed with either the website or APP.
Problem based learning projects are a great way to engage your students and incorporate some rigor. How, you ask? Problem based learning projects incorporate
many, and sometimes all of the the 4 C’s; Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration and Creativity. The Family Medical Leave Work Dilemma takes a real world problem inspired by a Washington Post article and provides just enough information for students to come up with a viable solution. If you’ve ever wanted to try problem based learning in your family or parenting classes, why not start with this one?
Back again with another interactive decision making scenario! This one focuses on making future decisions post graduation. In the Post-Secondary Options: Decision Making Scenario students are introduced to Chris who is trying to decide which direction to go in order to pursue a career of interest. Like the other scenarios I’ve shared, students work together as a group to help Chris make an informed decision!
