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Three Drama Class Activities to Reinforce the Importance of Natural Movement in Acting

Beth Taylor
Categories : The arts in middle school

Here you’ll find additional work on body movement and characterization for your students.

Tips & Methods on Memorizing When Learning a Second Language

Bright Hub Education Writer
Categories : Software reviews & second language acquisition ideas

Anyone can create flash-cards for new vocabulary: The trick is getting those words into memory effectively. Here’s how it’s done, in a …

Vertical Teams for Pre-AP Classes: Preparing Students for AP Classes

Pauline H. Gill
Categories : Tips for effectively teaching high school students

Wouldn’t it be nice to have AP students who already had a thorough background in the skills needed for your class? Thanks to the College Board, …

A Lesson Plan on Writing a Love Song

Julia Bodeeb
Categories : High school english lesson plans grades 9 12

Love is a subject of many popular songs from my day, as well as your students. Enjoy a memorable day by having students analyze popular songs and then …

All About Me Book Ideas Using Show and Tell Throughout the School Year

Laurie Patsalides
Categories : Lesson plans & worksheets for grades 1 & 2

Start the year off with All About Me Bags, to introduce show and tell. Teachers can begin making unforgettable Kindergarten memories by recording all …

Effective Learning Basics for Mastering a Second Language: Tips, Tricks & More

Bright Hub Education Writer
Categories : Software reviews & second language acquisition ideas

Learn the essential how-to’s and WHYs of acquiring your second useful language. Here you’ll consider the benefits of applied …

Fun Persuasive Letter Writing Lesson: Researching & Asking for Gifts

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

What student doesn’t enjoy dreaming up a wish list of gifts they would love someone to buy them? And what better way to dream up a list, then to …

Have a Classroom Debate on Career Choices & Salary

Julia Bodeeb
Categories : Tips for effectively teaching high school students

Help students learn about the real world by doing research about jobs and salaries and then holding a debate about the importance of salary in …

Parental Involvement in Kindergarten Show and Tell

Laurie Patsalides
Categories : Tips & strategies for teaching grade school

Parental involvement in the academic life of the student will lead to academic success. Involve parents in the simple learning experience of show …

Tips for Reaching Tactile Learners through Classroom Activities and Active Study Strategies

Margo Dill
Categories : Teaching methods, tips & strategies

Tactile learners learn best by doing. They need to be active when they learn and when they study. If they are presented material in the old-fashioned …