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Scissor Safety for Toddlers & Young Children

Sylvia Cochran
Categories : Fun learning ideas for toddlers

Completing paper projects is good for children to develop fine motor skills. However, do not let your guard down and do not neglect toddler safety! …

Ser and Estar: Learn the Portuguese Verbs for 'To Be'

Mark Muller
Categories : Miscellaneous languages

Ser and estar are the two verbs for ‘to be’ in Portuguese. In this grammar article you find the use of ser and estar explained with examples and tips …

Teach Science Fiction Short Stories by Ray Bradbury, Isaac Asimov and Others

Trent Lorcher
Categories : High school english lesson plans grades 9 12

These short stories make excellent reading and teaching moments in a high school classroom. Explore science fiction by Ray Bradbury, Isaac Asimov, …

Three Incy Wincy Spider Activities for Preschool Students

Keren Perles
Categories : Preschool crafts and activities for hands on learning

Itsy Bitsy, Eensy Weensy–it doesn’t matter! If you’re planning a lesson plan around the Incy Wincy Spider and stuck for ideas, then …

Three Sea Life Activities Using the Book Splishy, Splashy, Sparkly Sea Life

Akili Amina
Categories : Preschool crafts and activities for hands on learning

With these Pre-K arts and crafts, teach your students all about sea life. These preschool activities will stimulate your students’ creative …

Understanding IEP Assessments for Students with Disabilities

AndreaS
Categories : Parenting a special education student

IEP evaluations can be incredibly confusing. What do all the numbers and terms mean? If you’ve ever asked yourself those questions, this article …

Using Metaphors When Writing Poetry: An Explanation & Guide

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

Writing poetry does not come naturally to everyone (in fact it comes naturally to very few). That doesn’t mean you can’t learn how to …

Using Power Writing to Write a Five-Paragraph Essay

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

Writing a five-paragraph essay is not as difficult as it sounds, especially if you use power writing. Power writing is a type of writing and …

Writing Poetry With Similes: Help For Students

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

What? You have to write a poem using similes? If you weren’t really paying attention in class, this guide will help you write a poem using the …

Author's Chair: The Sharing of Students Writing

Tracey Bleakley
Categories : Tips & strategies for teaching grade school

The author’s chair is traditionally the last step in the writing process, where students share their published work. This article will focus on …