Large numbers can be daunting for young students to understand. This objective is one that is worked on all year in both specific lessons and …
Continue ReadingA Danish critic once said, “Andersen wrote more self-portraits than Rembrandt ever painted.” He was a great judge of character and had distinct …
Continue ReadingWhat is over 200 years old and still powerful? Our constitution! Second grade is a time when many students begin learning about local, state and …
Continue ReadingChildren will look forward to learning when you make it a game. Discover a way to teach grammar to young kids with a fun activity they will want to …
Continue ReadingIf two or more children are together long enough, conflicts are going to occur. Since play is the work of children, employing it as a resolution …
Continue ReadingHave you ever wondered what it would be like to be a bat? Learn about bat mythology, biology and more.
Continue ReadingMany teachers have an interactive white board, but don’t know quite how to use it successfully in the classroom. Here are some suggestions to …
Continue ReadingNew Year’s Eve has all the fixings for a true children’s celebration: the chance to stay up late, toss confetti in the air, sport silly hats and raise …
Continue ReadingTeachers often assign kids to write down a list of things they want to do better, or to achieve with the coming year as everyone prepares for the …
Continue ReadingNew Year’s Eve is rife with traditions and customs, many of which vary between cultures, nations and even families. Learn the origins of some of …
Continue ReadingIn the United States of America, the authority and power of the Federal Government governs us. We find and vote for people to represent us. This is …
Continue ReadingWriting poetry does not come easy to everyone. Ease your students into the process by having them model a poem after “The Christmas Night” …
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