False Cognates in English and Spanish
Both Spanish and English language learners can get tripped up by cognates. Here are some of the most frequently encountered Spanish false cognates and …
Continue ReadingFive Toddler Activities with Plastic Easter Eggs: Great Ideas for the Daycare Classroom
Plastic Easter eggs are useful for toddler activities in the daycare classroom. Do not let these reusable Easter eggs linger in a box until next year. …
Continue ReadingFood Science Fair Projects: Cool Experiemtns With Items From Your Kitchen
Not sure what to do for your science fair? Everyone loves to learn about food, so these edible science fair projects are sure to be a hit!
Continue ReadingFun Science Projects: Edible Science Recipes
These edible science recipes are a great way to make science fun! Help your children use these recipes to make rock candy, lemon soda, and ice cream.
Continue ReadingGreat Websites for Toddlers: Sources of Free Online Games & Activities
Computer savvy kids start their online computer activities sooner than elementary school. In many cases, toddlers are already online and playing games …
Continue ReadingHistory Lesson Plan on President Jefferson Davis' Inauguration Speech
On February 18, 1861, President Jefferson Davis, the first (and only) President of the Confederacy, spoke before the provisional Confederate Congress …
Continue ReadingIdentifying Visual Perceptual Problems in Your Students: How Teachers Can Help With Visual Problems
The child who draws right at the bottom of the page… The one who always skips lines when reading… The child who can’t catch a …
Continue ReadingKindergarten School Tour: Learn the School Workers and Take a School Tour
For most Kindergarteners, beginning school is a very exciting time, which can also be frightening. Get a free poem and two downloads to teach them …
Continue ReadingLesson on Ruby Bridges for Elementary School
This lesson will show your elementary students how much school has changed. Teach about Ruby Bridges and the history of segregation in schools.
Continue ReadingMaking a Smooth Transition Back to School for the Whole Family
The first day of school can be daunting. School success involves more than just studying hard. Get your child off to a good start with the following …
Continue ReadingNight and Day Lesson Plan & Activities for Preschool
Most preschoolers are curious about their environment, and this day and night preschool lesson plan will help them learn a bit more about their world. …
Continue ReadingPreparing for Open House: Sharing Information with Parents
When your parents come to your classroom for open house, it is important to give them as much information as possible, given a short period of time. A …
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