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Learn all About the Only Two Spanish contractions: "del" and "al"

Eric W. Vogt
Categories : Spanish language guides & study tips

This lesson teaches what contractions are and why learners of Spanish should be glad to meet these two contractions – they are the only ones in …

Native American Headbands: A Thanksgiving Activity For Your Preschoolers

Alicia
Categories : Preschool crafts and activities for hands on learning

After you go over the story of how the Native Americans saved the Pilgrims lives by teaching them how to grow food native to the area, this classic …

Physical Education Lessons: Making Letter Shapes

Marlene Gundlach
Categories : Fun activities & crafts for grade school

In this lesson we let our students experiment with body movements to make letters of the alphabet. You then take this further to get your class …

Quiz for High School Students - Are They Ready for Work?

Anne Vize
Categories : Tips for effectively teaching high school students

Many students reach the end of their formal schooling days convinced they are about to take the world by storm. But are they really work ready? Give …

The Bilingual Baby Video Series: Short Review & One Mother's Experience

Jacqueline Chinappi
Categories : Software reviews & second language acquisition ideas

Could your baby learn a 2nd language before they are five years old? They just might, with the Bilingual Baby Series.

A Reward System for High School Students

OlsonP
Categories : Teaching methods, tips & strategies

OK, it’s not actually real money, but it’s a great way to learn about currency and motivate your students to succeed in the classroom.

A Turkey Apple Snack for Young Kids: Something Sweet for Thanksgiving

Alicia
Categories : Fun activities & crafts for grade school

Students love to make turkeys for Thanksgiving. This project allows the student to create a turkey that they can also eat later on. That makes it …

Creative Approach to Learning Everyday Words in a Foreign Language: Try Labeling

Eric W. Vogt
Categories : Software reviews & second language acquisition ideas

Nothing succeeds like success – and if you want to get positive reinforcement from native speakers quickly, you need to learn the words used in …

Five Tips to Improve Third Grade Reading Fluency

Alicia
Categories : Tips & strategies for teaching grade school

By third grade, some students have decided that reading is a chore, yet this grade is a crucial transition year. When students start to lag behind in …

How to Make a Cardboard Christmas Mobile Craft

Alicia
Categories : Fun activities & crafts for grade school

Looking for a fun, easy craft for your Kindergarten students to create for Christmas? The youngsters in your class will love making this sparkling …