Every day is the perfect day to spread joy and compassion; however, there’s no better day to learn about and encourage kindness than on World Kindness Day. This day of awareness began in 1998 when world kindness organizations from 28 … Continue reading →

When we think of Halloween, we think of pumpkins, bats, witches, and, of course, the memorable classroom Halloween parties. These spooky chemistry experiments, creepy art projects, pumpkin writing, and free Halloween printables are a great addition to any classroom party … Continue reading →

Engaging children in literacy games is an excellent way to make learning fun and interactive. These hands-on reading games, art projects, reading centers and active reading activities from TeacherFileBox printables are great for kinesthetic learners and make reading interactive and … Continue reading →

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and the timing couldn’t be better to remind students how to have a bully-free school year and create a positive classroom culture.  National Bullying Prevention Month unites communities nationwide to educate and raise awareness … Continue reading →

Reading fluency refers to the ability to read text with speed, accuracy, and prosody (expression and phrasing). Fluent readers can decode words quickly and automatically, enabling them to comprehend the meaning of the text more efficiently. Fluency involves smooth and … Continue reading →

Reading is an essential skill that lays the foundation for a child’s academic success and lifelong learning. As parents and teachers, we have the remarkable opportunity to empower children with the tools they need to become confident and fluent readers. … Continue reading →

Sight words play an important role in building a strong reading foundation for beginning readers. These frequently used words, similar to high-frequency words, cannot be easily decoded using phonics rules alone. Sight words are words that appear frequently in written … Continue reading →

In the world of education, creating an optimal learning experience for students extends far beyond textbooks and lesson plans. It begins with building the foundation for a positive classroom environment that nurtures students’ growth, enhances their engagement, and allows them … Continue reading →

Phonics instruction plays a key role in teaching students to understand the sounds of letters and that certain letter combinations make specific sounds. Practicing phonemic awareness helps students decode words and increases their word recognition, which ultimately increases their reading … Continue reading →

Celebrate mothers, grandmothers, and caregivers with thoughtful, homemade Mother’s Day gifts this year. From flowerpot art to creative writing, these memorable crafts will create thoughtful and treasured Mother’s Day gifts that are easy for kids to make. Explore these Mother’s … Continue reading →