Vestal's 21st Century Classroom

with Meghan Vestal

20 Zoom Scavenger Hunt Ideas for Teachers

If you are teaching students remotely and looking for ways to get them engaged, a Zoom scavenger hunt is a great idea! A Zoom scavenger hunt can be used for educational purposes to reinforce standards. Scavenger hunt games can also be used to teach social-emotional learning (SEL) or as a fun way to get your students to interact while social distancing. Keep in mind that even though the title ... Read More about 20 Zoom Scavenger Hunt Ideas for Teachers

Memorial Day Reading Comprehension Activities

I’ve always taught in school districts that do not get out of school until June, so I like to find ways to incorporate Memorial Day into my upper elementary instruction towards the end of the school year. If you’re still in school around Memorial Day or if you’re a homeschool teacher, you are probably looking for holiday-themed activities too. Luckily, there are lots of great Memorial Day reading ... Read More about Memorial Day Reading Comprehension Activities

How to Teach Science at Home

If you have suddenly become a homeschool parent due to recent school closures, you may be wondering how to teach science at home. Believe it or not, science is one of the easiest subjects to teach from home because there are so many science experiments and challenges you can complete with the materials around your house. Are you ready to explore the endless possibilities for teaching science from ... Read More about How to Teach Science at Home

At Home Social Studies Activities

So often, I have heard both kids and adults complain that history is boring. This statement always makes me cringe because one of my greatest passions as an educator is finding ways to make history both hands-on and fun. With many children around the world now moving to distance learning, I want to show parents how to get your kids excited about history with fun at home social studies activities. ... Read More about At Home Social Studies Activities

5 Things Kids Need for Learning at Home

Did you know more than two million U.S. children* are homeschooled? With the increase in online learning services available, that number is continuing to grow. Whether you’ve been homeschooling for years, you’re making the leap to homeschool for the first time, or you’re being forced to homeschool due to social distancing, there are a few things to keep in mind when learning at home. Following ... Read More about 5 Things Kids Need for Learning at Home