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Inspiring Young Readers Through the Power of Thematic Book Nooks
For young learners, reading goes beyond simply recognizing words. Reading is about discovering new worlds, a spark for imagination, and a foundation for lifelong learning.

Forney ISD’s Keith Bell Opportunity Central Wins Prestigious Caudill Award for Innovative Educational Design
We’re excited to share that Forney ISD’s Keith Bell Opportunity Central (The OC) has been recognized with the Caudill Award, the highest honor in the

Customizing Experiential Education: Tailoring to Your District’s Needs
When selecting themes for your classroom, you aren’t choosing a one-size-fits-all solution. At Exploration Zones by Exhibit Concepts, Inc., we understand that every district has

Transforming Early Childhood Education at Sheldon ISD
Creating Museum-Like Learning Spaces for Young Learners At Sheldon ISD’s Cravens Early Childhood Academy, fostering curiosity and a love for learning is at the heart

Meet Dan Arnold
https://vimeo.com/1029313956?share=copy#t=0 This “Faces of ECI” profile focuses on Sr. Project Manager, Dan Arnold, who has been with Exhibit Concepts since 2019. From nationally recognized museums

Forney ISD’s Opportunity Central: Spotlighted on the TODAY Show
We’re thrilled to share that Forney ISD’s Opportunity Central (The OC) has been featured on the TODAY Show, highlighting its unique blend of academic learning

Opportunity Central: Forney ISD’s Hub for Hands-On Career Development
Opportunity Central (The OC) is a groundbreaking multipurpose campus in Forney ISD, designed to foster career development, higher education access, and community engagement. This innovative

Bringing the Children’s Museum Experience into the Classroom
Imagine being five years old and this is what going to school looks like: you get to climb aboard a simulated rocket ship and feel

Creative Collaboration-Rethinking the Professional Learning Model
We all begin learning how to collaborate from a very early age. Toddlers learn to collaborate through the concept of sharing; sharing food with the

Meet Kimberly Williams
This “Faces of ECI” profile focuses on Director of Sales Kimberly (Kim) Williams, who leads our sales teams in experiential environment projects, such as award-winning

Introducing Channelview ISD’s Literacy Bus: On the Road to Reading
Channelview ISD, a Texas-based school district, has taken an advantageous approach to enhance early literacy engagement. Led by district Superintendent Dr. Tory C. Hill, Channelview

Finding the ROI of Your Experiential Education Investment
Experiential learning spaces are more than just classrooms; they are transformative environments that provide students unique and impactful learning experiences. Metrics, like growth in enrollment

Meet Marvin Mescher
This “Faces of ECI” profile focuses on Education Manager Marvin Mescher, who has been with Exhibit Concepts since 1997. From award-winning museums to breaking the

Transforming Bluffton-Harrison MSD’s Middle School with Career-Focused Experiential Learning
At Exploration Zones by Exhibit Concepts, Inc., we believe in the power of experiential learning to transform education. Our latest case study highlights our collaboration

Experiential Learning: Bridging Theory with Practice for Long-Term Student Success
When considering the development, enhancement, or remodeling of your school spaces, the integration of experiential education and immersive environments is not just a trend but

Mastering Timelines in Educational Spaces: A Blueprint for Success
At Exploration Zones by Exhibit Concepts®, we understand that effective management of timelines is crucial in educational projects. This blog aims to impart our insights

A New Era in Education: Alief ISD’s Visionary Leap Secures Caudill Awards
Alief Independent School District’s innovative efforts have been recognized with the Caudill Award in the Exhibit of School Architecture (EoSA) competition. Alief ISD’s radical partnership

Meet Bill Martin
This “Faces of ECI” profile focuses on Project Management Director Bill Martin. Bill, who has been with Exhibit Concepts and Exploration Zones since 2017, brings

The Power of Books in Early Childhood Education-For Educators and Parents
Books have the power to transport you to a place beyond your wildest dreams and imagination. Through reading, you can explore new worlds, join characters’

Teaching Tech: Engaging Young Learners
Are robotics, engineering, and coding in early childhood classrooms developmentally appropriate? Are they topics to explore with young children? Absolutely! In an increasingly technological world,

Technological Impact on Early Learners
In today’s world, children have constant access to screens. Computers, tablets, phones, and television are readily available at home. Research shows that children as young

Early Collaboration: A Key to Classroom Success
Exploration Zones by Exhibit Concepts® has transformed traditional educational spaces into museum-quality, interactive learning experiences. Creating immersive environments takes careful planning and collaboration. From school

Classroom Management in Experiential Learning Environments
As an education support specialist and advocate for experiential learning, one of the most frequent concerns I hear from educators is how classroom management might

Not All Instructional Experiences Are Created Equal: Choosing Materials, Activities, and Experiences that Promote Learning
As a teacher, choosing new items or activities to use in your classroom can be exciting, but also challenging. To promote learning and development in

Educational Support: Beyond the Build
After years of consideration, months of planning, weeks of emails, days of meetings, and endless hours of lost sleep, your district has finally made experiential

Meet Priscilla Esatto
The “Faces of ECI” campaign highlights the incredible talent behind the memorable, magical experiential environments that we produce for our clients. In this installment, we’re

Goose Creek CISD Opens New Immersive Environments
Exploration Zones by Exhibit Concepts® congratulates Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District on the opening of three new early learning childhood centers. Exploration Zones partnered

Alief ISD Adds Permanent Classrooms, Learning Centers
Exploration Zones by Exhibit Concepts® and Alief Independent School District are excited to announce the opening of two new early childhood learning centers in Houston,

Meet Jenny Ward
The “Faces of ECI” campaign highlights the incredible talent behind the unforgettable, magical experiential environments that we produce for our clients. In this installment, we’re

Creating Unforgettable Experiences: Designing for Children
If you’re working to plan an event or education space for children, we’ve got a few quick tips to help inspire your next children’s project.