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The American Civil War was an incredibly multi-dynamic series of battles carrying many themes that included slavery, freedom and economics. Use this …
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A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini explores the unlikely bond between two female characters linked by a domineering husband, loss, and a …
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With this art lesson using rulers, markers, and basic shapes, students won’t believe their eyes as they create their own optical illusions!
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This is a great story for students to make a timeline, write essays on the book’s themes and complete activities that summarize the story, a …
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Have you ever wondered why young children can learn unknown words and phrases so quickly if they hear them somewhere? Do you know the best time to …
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Shel Silverstein has written some of the most popular poetry books for children. His books are found on just about every classroom shelf across the …
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Preschoolers will become familiar with the letter Y by using it in different art projects. The more imagination you put into it, the more you will …
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Have fun with recyclable holiday crafts for preschool children. These projects are simple and enjoyable, and preschoolers can be creative while making …
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Alliteration is astounding to students. This easy writing tactic is fun to learn and use. Use these ideas to keep your class entertained while …
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Caldecott winners are great tools in any elementary classroom. Use Mirette on the High Wire to inspire an art lesson, as a springboard for a writing …
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