December 10, 2016
It can often be hard to keep student’s attention in the weeks leading up to the holiday break. If your students are having a hard time focusing this holiday season, try incorporating these crafts into the classroom. Bookmark: Are your students required to read a book over their holiday break? Encourage them to have…
November 22, 2016
The holiday season is upon us which means that your holiday shopping is probably well underway. While you’re making your gift-giving list, why not give the gift that keeps on giving–and present your students with the gift of new, comfortable and flexible furniture options. Here are some of the top renovation and replacement projects…
November 21, 2016
Thanksgiving is only a few days away, and while your students are probably anticipating their break, it’s important to encourage them to reflect on what they are thankful for. Here are some ways to incorporate Thanksgiving and being thankful into your lesson plans this week: “I’m Thankful For” Essay: Start by asking students to…
November 2, 2016
As a teacher, it can often be difficult to take control and implement effective classroom management strategies if you have an unruly class. Whether you’re an experienced teacher or just began your career in this field, it’s likely that you’ll experience a handful of disruptions throughout the year. These can easily be handled and prevented…
October 24, 2016
Nickerson Corporation has been supplying educational furniture and equipment to schools in New York and New Jersey for over 60 years. We believe that in order for a student to get the most out of their education, they need to have a reliable, comfortable and flexible classroom to learn and play in. That’s why we…
September 21, 2016
A locker can make a middle and high schoolers life a lot easier, freeing them up from the burden of having to carry around multiple books for all of their subjects. But, with their new found use of lockers, the topic of locker safety must be also addressed in order to maximize safety in all…
September 15, 2016
One of the greatest difficulties you will face as a teacher is keeping your student’s attention for an extended period of time. Especially now that technology is so prominent in students’ lives, it’s likely that your students are more tuned into their electronic devices than they are to what’s being presented to them. Keep your…
September 12, 2016
School is officially back in session and in addition to informing your students about all of the exciting things they will be learning this year, it’s also important to educate them on safety tips for the classroom. Safety in the classroom can’t be stressed enough. To ensure you have a great and safe school year,…
September 7, 2016
Do you remember the first days of school when you were a child? There was so much fun and excitement in the air and students were always eager to meet their teacher and classmates. Students encounter a lot of new things that first day of school and teachers are there to them get through these…
September 2, 2016
As a teacher of students who are coming to school for the first time, it’s important for you to establish a rapport with their parents as they begin their transition into the education system. Many parents might be apprehensive about how their child will perform and how they will react to this new routine. Here…