August 17, 2018
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Many feel that cursive instruction is a skill of the past, but before it is forgotten completely, it is important to remember what it offers us in the first place. Discover why handwriting is an important skill and learn the … Continue reading
August 15, 2018
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Morning work has become the staple lesson plan in many elementary classrooms. The short, focused lessons help transition students into the classroom environment while giving them appropriate review and practice. Morning work should be purposeful, manageable, and relevant. It should … Continue reading
August 2, 2018
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So, you finally landed your first classroom, and your head is swimming with new teacher advice and recommendations for your first year. You have probably gotten a lot of great new advice for your first year! Listed here are 10 … Continue reading
July 30, 2018
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The most important thing to do those first few weeks back to school is to teach your students the rules and expectations for your classroom. Laying a strong foundation of classroom teamwork, respect, and understanding will pave the way for … Continue reading
July 23, 2018
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Word problems can be intimidating and overwhelming for children and parents alike. They require children to read at grade level while solving a complex puzzle. Empower your child to tackle those tricky problems by teaching a systematic approach for solving … Continue reading
June 26, 2018
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Children are natural scientists. They are constantly observing the world around them, experimenting with anything they can get their hands on, and asking A LOT of questions. These are attributes that can help with higher education and STEM (science, technology, … Continue reading
June 4, 2018
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Summer reading is a wonderful activity to prioritize during your children’s summer break. Head to the library during the summer and pick up some of these top reading books for kids ages 4–12. The most important part of children’s reading … Continue reading
May 21, 2018
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Research from the Joan Ganz Cooney Center conducted a survey of 1,500 parents with children ages 2–10 and found that less than half of children’s screen time is dedicated to educational content. They also suggest that as children get older, … Continue reading
May 16, 2018
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Get your classroom ready for back-to-school with a colorful “Under the Sea” theme. The first few days of school are an adjustment for teachers and students. Keep your review assignments simple and fun so students can get to know your … Continue reading
January 8, 2018
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Students need to develop higher-order thinking skills such as inquiry, evaluation, and analysis to be successful in the classroom, on assessments, and in the real world. But how do you incorporate critical thinking activities into your already stuffed curriculum? Here … Continue reading