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Essay Writing Tips and Resources for Junior & High School Students

Haley Drucker
Categories : Help with writing assignments paragraphs, essays, outlines & more

Essay writing is a crucial part of the junior high and high school experience, but many students are intimidated by the prospect of creating several …

Help Me Write an Allegory Guide: Examples & Step-by-Step Framework of How to Write an Allegory

jciotta
Categories : Help with writing assignments paragraphs, essays, outlines & more

Do you have an assignment to write an allegory? don’t worry! This isn’t as hard as you might believe. An allegory is basically a …

Homeschool Units: Two Winter-Themed Units on Winter Sports and the Coldest Places on Earth

Laura Powell
Categories : Secular & non secular homeschool curriculum reviews

If you are looking for winter unit studies, incorporating all academic subjects, this article is a must read! These homeschool winter units, Winter …

Preschool Black History Activities: Age-Appropriate Awareness

Kendra Dahlstrom
Categories : Preschool crafts and activities for hands on learning

Some people think preschoolers can’t grasp the concept of black history month. This article provides several age-appropriate preschool black …

Why is Literature Important to Developing Critical Thinkers?

Haley Drucker
Categories : Teaching methods, tips & strategies

Most people assume literature is an important part of education. But not everyone really thinks about why that is. The importance of literature on …

1st Grade Activities on Comparing and Ordering Numbers: The Dice Game & Comparing Activity

Tracey Bleakley
Categories : Lesson plans & worksheets for grades 1 & 2

Comparing and ordering numbers is one of the basic skills that 1st grade students need to master. Use these hands-on activities to help your students …

Homework Help: What is the Official Language of Argentina?

Audrey Alleyne
Categories : Social studies help cultures, governments & more

Spanish is the official language of Argentina, but there are several other languages spoken by this melting pot of people. Find out here the many …

Preschool Alphabet Assessment: Ways to Test Your Students

Deborah Walstad
Categories : Preschool teaching strategies, advice & tips

Teaching preschoolers the alphabet early will give them a great start to the reading and writing skills they will use throughout life. Find guidelines …

Three Educational Cat in the Hat Crafts for Kindergarten Classrooms

Pamela Martin
Categories : Lesson plans for pre k and k

Bring a bit of whimsy to your reading lessons with a Cat in the Hat craft. Kindergarten students won’t mind comprehension practice with these …

Triceratops: Kindergarten Craft and Thematic Extension Activities

Kara Bietz
Categories : Lesson plans for pre k and k

Use recycled toilet paper tubes and a few other classroom art supplies to create a Triceratops kindergarten craft. This article also includes …