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Celebrations of Columbus Day Around the World

Gustavo Lequerica-Calvo
Categories : Social studies help cultures, governments & more

Columbus Day is celebrated throughout the Americas, marking the beginning of the colonization of the continents. But not everyone recognizes the day …

Explaining the Different Usage of 'tú' and 'usted'

Eric W. Vogt
Categories : Spanish lesson plans for secondary grades 6 12

Even when students understand the concept of conjugation, they can be overwhelmed by the fact that there are four ways to say “you” and …

First Grade Math Story Problems

Elizabeth Wistrom
Categories : Lesson plans & worksheets for grades 1 & 2

Story problems are a great way to practice basic math skills. Use these first grade math story problems in the classroom, or send them home with your …

Getting to Know You Activities for Music Class on the FIrst Day of School

Sarah Malburg
Categories : Tips & strategies for teaching grade school

It’s the first day of Music classes and you find yourself staring at the attendance sheets wondering, “How am I going to remember all of these …

Grading in Homeschooling: Learn How to Track Student Grades for Your Homeschoolers

Alicia
Categories : Keeping homeschool records

If you are new to homeschooling you may not be sure how to keep track of your child’s grades. It really isn’t hard once you understand …

Hey, Diddle, Diddle Lesson Plan for Week Long Activities with Rhymes and Word Families

Laurie Patsalides
Categories : Lesson plans for pre k and k

Have you ever thought about the meaning of “Hey, Diddle Diddle?” It’s an adorable nursery rhyme about frolic and silliness. Your …

How to Teach Subject Pronouns in Spanish: Subject Verb Agreement

Eric W. Vogt
Categories : Spanish lesson plans for secondary grades 6 12

Subject-verb agreement is linked to thorough understanding of the subject pronouns and their English “equivalents.” Tt is crucial to get …

Improve Students' Reading Comprehension by Connecting With Text

Margie
Categories : Tips & strategies for teaching grade school

Many times when students are assigned text to read, they read it and then answer questions about it. While this can sometimes be a good way to assess …

Kindergarten Homeschool Curriculum: Is Your Child Ready to Graduate?

Alicia
Categories : Homeschool teaching techniques & tips

When homeschooling, it is important to take a look at a list of things your child should be able to do when they complete a grade. This article will …

Overview of 'Haber' for Teaching the Seven Compound or Perfect Tenses in Spanish

Eric W. Vogt
Categories : Spanish lesson plans for secondary grades 6 12

The seven compound, or perfect tenses should be a gift to English-speaking students of Spanish, but often, students become confused because they do …