May 16, 2018
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By now, you’ve probably heard the acronym STEM from every child, teacher, and school in your neighborhood. But what is STEM education and why is it important? Lessons grounded in STEM support curiosity, teamwork, and creativity. It also invites children … Continue reading
May 15, 2018
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Good reading comprehension instruction begins with an interaction between the content and the reader. It is the ability to read a sentence and make sense of the overall meaning. Reading comprehension is directly linked to reading fluency (see below). After … Continue reading
May 1, 2018
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Do you believe in the importance of teaching cursive handwriting? If your school isn’t teaching your child contemporary or traditional cursive handwriting, you can teach him or her at home with just a little practice a day. Activities involving writing … Continue reading
February 20, 2018
by Evan-Moor
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As a parent, I feel that one of the most important lessons to teach my children is empathy. Have you ever had your child become saddened about the way another person is being treated in a movie or book? Stories … Continue reading
February 13, 2018
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Are you seeking ideas on how to teach multiplication tables? Mastering multiplication facts can be a tricky hurdle for students in the upper elementary grades. The patterns are less obvious, and the numbers are larger, making those math timed tests … Continue reading
January 23, 2018
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Incorporate science and math into your Valentine’s Day classroom celebration this year with a crystal hearts science experiment. This simple and easy salt crystal experiment is a great way to demonstrate how crystals form and to introduce the subjects of … Continue reading
January 2, 2018
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Geography games and activities are a great method to promote global awareness within your home and build kids’ geography and map skills! Here are some simple activities that introduce your child to the world – including geography concepts and cultural … Continue reading
November 20, 2017
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Critical and creative thinking, like any other skill, must be exercised and challenged to grow. Combining creative and critical thinking activities is a great way to help prepare children to become effective problem solvers. In the future, children must know … Continue reading
October 31, 2017
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Many argue that cursive is an obsolete skill in today’s technology-driven world. What is the best way to approach handwriting instruction in schools? Should cursive instruction be replaced with technology? Handwriting, both manuscript and cursive, are important foundations in children’s … Continue reading
July 17, 2017
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These paper corner bookmarks are simple and easy to make in the classroom or at home – and perfect for a summer reading activity, icebreakers during the first week of school, or a fun classroom activity break. All you need … Continue reading