"October Sky" Symbolism: A Look at the Symbols in Hickam's Book, Also Called "Rocket Boys"
The story of growing up in a coal mining town, “October Sky” is impossible to understand fully without recognizing the many symbols which …
Continue ReadingA Look at Visual Strategies and Reading Preparation
Reading involves many visual skills that parents and teachers may not even be aware of. These include ocular motor control, scanning and visual …
Continue ReadingBarnyard and Farm Animal Craft to Make With Preschoolers
Farm animal crafts are fun to work on and give children the opportunity to learn while doing. The crafts include creating a barn and farm animals to …
Continue ReadingHands-On Group Activities for Gifted Students
Do your more talented students sometimes struggle working in groups? Do you need ideas for grouping and creating a strong activity for them to work …
Continue ReadingLearn All About Iroquois Longhouses: Who Lived There, & How Were They Built?
The Iroquois longhouse is a classic example of the Native American structure found primarily in the Upstate New York region. Read on to learn more …
Continue ReadingOverview of "The Law of Success" by Napoleon Hill
Have you ever thought of enrolling in a workshop on success? How about undergoing your own? If that sounds great, let Napoleon Hill take you on a …
Continue ReadingKorean Traditions and Customs - From Food to Family
Although the Korean state is divided into two different countries, traditional culture and customs are shared by both the countries. Music, dance, …
Continue ReadingLittle House on the Prairie Book Quotes and Analysis
If you have ever read any of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s books, you already know she talked about her growing-up experiences with her family. Just what did …
Continue ReadingMake Your Own Felt Pizza Activity for Preschoolers
Make these no-bake felt pizzas in no time flat. Kids love to pretend they are baking all by themselves, and pizza is a guaranteed kid favorite. All …
Continue ReadingOpinion Against Beauty Pageants for Children: Why Are Beauty Pageants Bad for Young Children?
Supporters of child beauty pageants call the critics the problem. These false claims are negated with research from the American Psychological …
Continue ReadingSimple Preschool Soap-Making Fun for the Classroom
Making soap with your preschoolers will not only provide a valuable science and math lesson, but can also be included in a thematic unit about healthy …
Continue ReadingStudy Guide Analyzing the Characters in "The Rivals" by Richard Sheridan
All 12 of the characters in “The Rivals” by Richard Sheridan, are essential aspects of the play. Get some help keeping the cast straight …
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