The Joy of Teaching

Sharing creative ideas and lessons to help children learn

March 1, 2023
by Heather Foudy
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Free Financial Literacy Activities

Incorporating financial literacy lessons into your curriculum is a great way to engage students in learning real-world math applications and life skills. Money-based word problems and real-world stories allow students the opportunity to learn important financial concepts, explore realistic opportunities, … Continue reading

December 12, 2022
by Heather Foudy
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Ramadan Kindness Activities for Kids

Learn about Ramadan in your classroom with activities that focus on kindness. Ramadan is a festive time in Islam and is celebrated for a month. It is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and starts in early spring. During … Continue reading

December 1, 2022
by Heather Foudy
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Discover the Magic of Las Posadas Traditions

For many children in Mexico and other Latin American countries, celebrating Las Posadas is a large part of their Navidad (Christmas) traditions. As it gets closer to Navidad, many families in cities, towns, and ranches host these small parties for … Continue reading

November 10, 2022
by Heather Foudy
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Lunar New Year Activities for Kids

Learn about the Lunar New Year in your classroom and provide students with an opportunity to share their unique traditions with these free printables! The Lunar New Year’s Festival is a very important celebration in many countries all over the … Continue reading

October 7, 2022
by Heather Foudy
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Celebrate Diwali in Your Classroom with Rangoli Art

Incorporate Rangoli art into your fall activities and teach your students about Diwali! This holiday is celebrated by over a billion people worldwide and is an important festival observed by Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs each year in either October or … Continue reading

February 1, 2022
by Evan-Moor
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Beijing Winter Olympics – FREE Activities for Students

February 4th marks the launch of the 2022 Beijing Olympic Winter Games. Learn about the Winter Olympics in your classroom and cheer on your favorite top athletes from around the world with these free Olympic-themed activities! History of the Winter … Continue reading

January 18, 2022
by Evan-Moor
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Free Groundhog Day Learning Activities

If you’re wondering how many weeks of winter are left, ask a groundhog! Groundhog Day, celebrated on February 2nd in the United States, is a great opportunity to connect curriculum with a fun theme! What is Groundhog Day? Groundhog Day … Continue reading

January 4, 2022
by Evan-Moor
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He Changed America by Talking: Classroom Activities to Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.

As we celebrate a national holiday in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr., how do you help your students or children appreciate his life’s work and legacy? These Evan-Moor lesson ideas provide some insight into Dr. King’s poignant teachings, which … Continue reading

December 15, 2021
by Evan-Moor
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Celebrating Three Kings Day (Día de los Reyes Magos)

Día de los Reyes Magos, or Three Kings Day, is celebrated on January 6th every year. This holiday, also known as Epiphany, is widely celebrated in Latin American and Hispanic households. What is Día de los Reyes Magos about? This … Continue reading