April 1, 2016
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When it comes to teaching poetry, there seems to be a great divide between those who love it and those who dread it. I enjoyed studying poetry in college courses, yet I was nervous about teaching poetry to high school … Continue reading
March 18, 2016
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As parents and teachers, we know that food and nutrition contribute to a child’s energy and ability to concentrate and learn. If you need fresh ideas for family lunches or dinners, or want to incorporate nutrition topics in your lesson … Continue reading
March 8, 2016
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March 14 is known as Pi Day and it’s also the birthday of Albert Einstein. The Exploratorium in San Francisco, California, began Pi Day celebrations over 25 years ago that have now captured the attention of math enthusiasts, globally. The … Continue reading
February 25, 2016
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As soon as the first wildflowers start to bloom, there is one game that appears in our homeschool room each year. My kids really enjoy solving the logic puzzles (their exact quote was “This is SO fun! I really like … Continue reading
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
February 2, 2016
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How do you help students master language skills that will stick with them into adulthood? How do you fix common grammar errors for good? Keep practicing the fundamentals! Helpful Resources This We Are Teachers blog lists 10 top grammar mistakes … 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
January 22, 2016
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Quality Lessons and Activities – Nothing beats quality, and Evan-Moor’s standard for quality lessons is like no one else. To me, a quality activity gets kids interested in meaningful learning, rather than boring worksheets that squash kids’ natural curiosity. Evan-Moor … Continue reading
January 13, 2016
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Reaching the 100th day of school is a reason to celebrate and provides a springboard for learning! This blog features more than 100 ideas through printable lessons, blog links, and favorite Pinterest boards. Evan-Moor printable activities for the 100 days … Continue reading