Study Guide on Symbolism in The Glass Menagerie
Tennessee Williams relies heavily on symbolism to emphasize the themes in his plays. The following are some of the major symbols found in The Glass …
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Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White can improve your students’ vocabulary and reading comprehension. Just look at the word “radiant” …
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If your students need constant review with punctuation rules, you’re not alone! Read on for rules and examples of punctuation rules kids …
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Spanish language movies can form the basis of an entertaining yet educational lesson plan. Learn more about using Spanish movies in the language …
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I’ve been a teacher for, I won’t say the exact number of years, but a long time. These common excuses have lost their effectiveness due to …
Continue ReadingThe Character of Amanda Wingfield in The Glass Menagerie: Lesson Plan
Prepare students to develop a fuller understanding of the tragic/comic character of Amanda Wingfield in The Glass Menagerie by examining her …
Continue ReadingThe French Present Participle: le Participe Présent
The present participle, le participe présent as it is called in French, is the adjectival form of a verb in present tense; the French present …
Continue ReadingThe Japanese On and Kun Readings Made Easy
This article explains clearly and in great details the distinctions between the “On” and the “Kun” reading of a Kanji.
Continue ReadingThe Mouse and the Motorcycle Quiz for Elementary Classrooms
Are you using The Mouse and the Motorcycle as a literature study or read-aloud in your elementary classroom? The Mouse and the Motorcycle quiz …
Continue ReadingThe Ten Best Excuses for Late Homework from a Teacher Who's Heard Hundreds of Them
Who knows more about good homework excuses than a high school teacher? These aren’t just good homework excuses; they’re the 10 best …
Continue ReadingTips on How to Deal with Missing Assignments and Homework
Middle school and high school students alike will many times do poorly in a course because they choose not to do the class work or home work. To get …
Continue ReadingTry These Sound Activities With Your Child at Home!
The five senses is a popular science unit in many preschool through first grade classes. Try these fun sound sound activities for kids to help your …
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