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A Lesson on Adapting Myths into Plays for Teachers

Kellie Hayden
Categories : High school english lesson plans grades 9 12

Students can learn a great deal about mythology by selecting a specific myth and working as a group to write a script. The fun begins when they …

Grito de Dolores - September 16 - Mexican Independence Day - The Holiday, and the Vocabulary to Discuss It.

Rebecca Scudder
Categories : Spanish language guides & study tips

Cinco de Mayo is thought by many to be the Mexican day of Independence. However, Mexico actually celebrates Independence on September 16. This year …

How to Embarrass Yourself in Spanish Without Really Trying: A List of 8 Common Mistakes in Spanish

Bright Hub Education Writer
Categories : Spanish language guides & study tips

Are you making any of these common mistakes in transitioning from speaking American English to speaking Spanish? You may not be able to avoid them …

Improving Reading Comprehension: Teaching Tips to Turn Your Students Into Better Readers

AlyssaAst
Categories : Tips & strategies for teaching grade school

One of the most important thing a teacher can do is make sure young students have the reading skills they need to succeed in school and in life. …

Learn Vocabulary Strategies to Boost Your Students' Reading Comprehension

AlyssaAst
Categories : Tips & strategies for teaching grade school

Improving reading comprehension in young students can often be a difficult task. Teaching vocabulary strategies to students is a fun and easy way to …

Learning Spanish Verbs: How to Clear Up the Confusion with Tenses

Curt Smothers
Categories : Spanish lesson plans for secondary grades 6 12

Students who have trouble with Spanish verbs can be made more comfortable by learning how Spanish verbs behave in a totally consistent way (even …

Make Raisins Dance with Baking Soda & Vinegar: A Simple Science Class Demonstration

Sandy Fleming
Categories : Lesson plans & worksheets for grades 3 to 5

Catch students’ eyes and imaginations with a dramatic science demonstration, then use the opportunity to teach a multitude of science concepts.

Making a List of Service Learning Projects Based on Give a Goat: For Elementary Students

Margo Dill
Categories : Lesson plans & worksheets for grades 3 to 5

Service projects provide a perfect opportunity to teach children about community and help them build important character traits such as responsibility …

Review of Victorianweb.org for Teachers with Tips for Teaching Victorian Literature

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

Tired of the same old literature websites? Tired of the same old Charles Dickens lesson plans? (your students are) Then check out the Charles …

Spanish 101: Practice and Prepare for Your First Spanish Class

Bright Hub Education Writer
Categories : Spanish language guides & study tips

Feeling anxious about your first Spanish class? Don’t worry. We have the tricks and tips to help you get a head start on Spanish 101.