The Joy of Teaching

Sharing creative ideas and lessons to help children learn

June 16, 2020
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Celebrating African American Artists and Writers for Juneteenth

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day and Jubilee Day, is an American holiday celebrated on June 19. It memorializes June 19, 1865, when Union general Gordon Granger read orders in Galveston, Texas, that all previously enslaved people in Texas were … Continue reading

June 8, 2020
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Summer Reading with Roald Dahl: Tips for Reluctant Readers

  Summer reading is a great way to keep children’s minds active during the summer, but what if they don’t like to read? Roald Dahl is a world-renowned children’s author of BFG, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, and more! … Continue reading

June 8, 2020
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35 Best Summer Reading Books for Grades 3–6

Summer is a great time for children to dive into chapter books, especially as they advance in their reading level! Third to sixth grade is when students start being able to read and understand more advanced books, and the world … Continue reading

June 2, 2020
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30 Recommended Summer Reading Books Grades K–2

Summer is the perfect time to commit to a reading routine! When your children need some inside time to take a break from the sun, books are the perfect activity. Take advantage of local libraries, bookstores, or online ordering services … Continue reading

June 2, 2020
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Math Facts Your Child Should Master Each Year: A Parent’s Guide

As children progress from simple math to more complicated functions, it’s easy to get swept up in the speed of learning and progress without mastering the appropriate skills. Math facts are the memorization of basic functions that will help your … Continue reading

May 19, 2020
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Hands-on Learning Activities for Home: Underwater Fireworks, DIY Laser Maze, and Cardboard Construction

Create fun and entertaining learning opportunities at home with these simple activities!  Create a DIY laser maze at home, conduct simple science experiments, and incorporate short mini-lessons from workbooks to keep children thinking and learning during school breaks. Listed below … Continue reading

May 1, 2020
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Teaching Kids Art: Learning About Texture with Paint

Help children learn new avenues of expression and creativity using art. Art is a wonderful activity that helps children to learn the importance of taking risks and solving problems. In the words of Henri Matisse, “Creativity takes courage.” Allowing children … Continue reading

April 20, 2020
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Learning at Home with TeacherFileBox

Transitioning from school to home for distance learning can be filled with stress for parents, students, and teachers. How do you start? What resources should you choose? Which subjects should you focus on? For over 30 years, teachers and homeschoolers … Continue reading

July 25, 2019
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Homeschool STEM Challenges and Activities

STEM education is a wonderful addition to your homeschool curriculum and provides hands-on learning experiences so that children can make connections between their learning and the world around them. One of the learning goals embedded within the STEM design process … Continue reading

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