Archive for July 2024
Building Healthy Habits: Wellness and Nutrition Lesson Plans
Establishing a lifelong foundation for wellness starts with education. Integrating wellness and nutrition lesson plans into the curriculum empowers students with the knowledge to make healthier choices that enhance their overall well-being. Here’s a guide from YMI Classroom on developing effective lesson plans centered on wellness and nutrition. Introduction to Nutrition Begin by talking with…
Read MoreFree Professional Development with Certificates!
If you’re seeking professional development (PD) opportunities that won’t cost you a dime and come with certificates of completion, you’ve landed in the right place. Here are three golden websites that will help you up your teaching game! • IRIS Center at Vanderbilt University offers an array of self-paced modules focusing on evidence-based practices, covering…
Read MoreTransform Your Classroom with Educational Podcasts
Ready to turn your classroom into a listening adventure, where a guest actually does the talking? Look no further—here are three educational podcasts appropriate for grades 3-12 that will leave your students wide-eyed with wonder. Brains On!: A science podcast that’s as fun as it is informative. Hosted by kids for kids, it dives into…
Read MoreEngaging Students Through Interactive Learning
Young Minds Inspired (YMI) stands at the forefront of educational outreach, offering diverse free programs designed to engage learners of all ages through interactive learning experiences. By integrating elements of popular culture into our curriculum, YMI captures students’ interests and fosters critical thinking and active participation. Below, we explore how our interactive activities and projects…
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