February 18, 2016
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If you have tried explaining leap year to a young child, the answer may get complicated quickly (after the second “but why…?”). Here are a few fun facts about leap year to share with your children or students in celebration … Continue reading
February 9, 2016
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February is American Heart Month! As a parent or teacher, how do you help children learn about a heart-healthy lifestyle? Begin with activities that help children understand how their heart works and share healthful habits. Here are a few ideas: … Continue reading
January 26, 2016
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While the origins of Valentine’s Day are murky, historians trace the exchange of Valentine cards and other greetings to the Middle Ages. Keep the tradition alive with these free Evan-Moor templates for Valentine cards, plus heart-themed activities for your students … Continue reading
December 1, 2015
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With a few simple art supplies, your students or children can create beautiful, custom-made holiday cards using their fingers to stamp or print a design. For the finishing touches, use markers, a pencil eraser dipped in paint, and ribbon or … Continue reading
November 20, 2015
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Do you have kids who enjoy learning about animals? When kids are interested in a topic, their motivation is golden! One of my favorite ways to set kids up for success is to use sticky notes. I give each child … Continue reading
November 19, 2015
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It is the time of year when most families take the time to reflect on being grateful. Here is a fun way to get your children engaged in writing while learning gratitude. Sound too good to be true? It really … Continue reading
November 10, 2015
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If you like to include mind-stimulating games and books for holiday gifts, take a look at Evan-Moor activity books and flashcards. Affordable and educational, these colorful workbooks entertain while presenting practice of grade-level skills. A win-win! Here are a few … Continue reading
October 27, 2015
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One of the hallmarks of a healthy cell is a pliable, flexible membrane ready and able to drink in the nutrients critical for peak performance and jettison toxins and metabolic byproducts that may cause harm. A child’s brain cells are … Continue reading
September 30, 2015
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Your beginning-of-the-school-year exuberance about packing your child’s lunch may fizzle out if you have a picky eater. If your child is a picky eater, enlist his or her help. Invite your child to pick one food from each of the … Continue reading
September 24, 2015
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Do you use an estimation station in your weekly learning opportunities? I have to say that this is one of the most fun things for my children. Each Monday our estimation station showcases a container filled with something related to … Continue reading