Hygge is about creating a feeling of togetherness, warmth, and safety in your classroom whether it's the winter-time or not Hygge allows you to let your guard down, which is why it's so important in our classrooms. Deep learning requires you to be willing to be wrong. It creates a community where students can get to the heart of their learning. Learn how to bring hygge into your classroom this winter. #decemberclassroomthemes #decemberclassroommanagement #cozyclassroom

Hygge in the Secondary ELA Classroom

How You Can Bring Hygge to Your Classroom this year. A calming space is so important for students, especially during this uncertain season.

I am always on a mission to find more comfort and joy in life. Naturally, I became more curious about how I could infuse my classroom and the act of teaching with more comfort and cozy as well. I stumbled upon the word “hygge” on Pinterest after posting a few photos of rainy days, coffee cups, and t

In case you’ve never heard of hygge (pronounced hue-gah), according to Google dictionary it is the quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being (regarded as a defining characteristic of Danish culture). My understanding is that, during the long, dark, Danish winters, they practice hygge as a way to… Continue reading Hygge Classroom Challenge- Make Your Classroom Warm and Inviting the Danish Way!

Hygge emphasises the importance of togetherness and community. These are two things that I aim to create in my hygge classroom.

Have you heard about hygge? As I was reading about hygge (and getting all of the cozy, warm hygge feels!), I thought, why not bring it into the classroom? If it is beneficial for adults, it can surely be helpful for children, too.

Ten teacher essentials for the hygge classroom

Winning Over Admin: Proving Play Has a Purpose I get it—convincing administrators that play-based learning isn’t just fun but fundamental can feel like an uphill climb. When they’re focused on benchmarks, assessments, and meeting standards, how do you show them that learning through play isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a game-changer? Here’s the secret: play and standards […]

Temper your jealousy, teachers. One can always dream.