5 Easy & Fun Syllabus Activity Ideas

This image shows two groups of three teenaged kids in a classroom. Each group is talking around a desk with various school supplies on the table in front of them.

By Trilby Let’s be honest… Going over the syllabus isn’t exactly the most thrilling part of the back-to-school season. But it is important. Students need to know how your class works, what you expect, and how to succeed. A well-planned syllabus activity can help you cover everything students need to know in a way that […]

Tips for Teaching Science Lab Safety Rules Without Putting Your Students to Sleep

This image shows two students in a Chemistry classroom. They are wearing goggles and have flasks and beakers of different colored liquids in front of them. The heading reads "Tips for Teaching Science Safety."

By Trilby Let’s be real. Science safety lab rules might not be the most thrilling part of science class, but they’re one of the most important. And in middle school, where curiosity sometimes comes with a side of chaos, setting clear expectations for lab behavior is essential. Short on time? Grab done-for-you science safety activities […]