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Standardized Reading Tests: Tips and Theories

lauraleemoss
Categories : Test taking techniques for all grades & ages

Studying for standardized tests’ reading portions allows students to develop their own manner of test taking. They will build confidence and …

Strategies for Integration Technological Activities That Teach to Multiple Intelligences

skline
Categories : Middle school teaching strategies

Incorporating technology into the curriculum is not always easy. As a matter of fact, teaching to the multiple intelligences is not always easy …

Symbolism in "Heart of Darkness": A Guide

Shelia Odak
Categories : Literature study guides and chapter summaries

Joseph Conrad’s “Heart of Darkness” is a novel rich in symbolism. The following is a discussion of some of the symbols found in this …

Teach Students to Write Business Letters with this Spanish Vocabulary Activity

Audrey Alleyne
Categories : Spanish lesson plans for secondary grades 6 12

After the teacher has taught the basics of writing a Spanish business letter, students can do various activities which involve Spanish letter writing …

Teachers: A Kindergarten Readiness Checklist to Provice for Parents

Cheryl Gabbert
Categories : Tips & strategies for teaching grade school

Looking for a kindergarten readiness checklist to send home with parents of children getting ready to start kindergarten? This article can be copied …

The Hopewell Culture of Ohio: Teaching Native American History

Kakima
Categories : Lesson plans for middle school social studies

Make connections with your students about a 2,000-year-old culture that scientists refer to as Hopewell. This lesson will highlight the features of …

The National Inclusion Project: Serving Children With Special Needs Through Inclusion Programs

Finn Orfano
Categories : Special education law ID ea, ieps, 504s, cses & planning

The National Inclusion Project is an organization that promotes the inclusion of children with special needs in community and classroom programs …

Tips for Visiting the Taos Pueblo in New Mexico

Jean Scheid
Categories : Social studies help cultures, governments & more

Part of living in Taos, New Mexico is the beauty and history of the Taos Pueblo. As a resident of Taos, Jean Scheid tells us all you need to know …

Use The Lorax to Teach Conservation, Science and Social Studies With These Cross-Curriculum Activities

Jennifer Fidalgo
Categories : Lesson plans & worksheets for grades 1 & 2

“The Lorax” by Dr. Seuss was written way back in 1971, yet the book captures our concerns today about the effects of an industrialized …

Whole-Brain Learners: Thinking Styles for Diversified Teaching Both Right-Brain and Left-Brain Students

Deidra Alexander
Categories : Teaching methods, tips & strategies

Teachers and students alike prefer a particular style of instruction dependent upon their own strengths and weakness. With that, segregated classrooms …