'No Copycats Allowed': 2nd Grade Book Activity on Being Yourself
Do you have students that copy the behaviors of others just so that they can fit in with the crowd? Do you have students that brag or exaggerate the …
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Brain Gym Activities for Teaching Letters to Young Students & Eliminating Letter Reversals
Children often learn best when movement is incorporated into lessons. The exercise program called “Brain Gym” is designed to promote brain …
Continue ReadingManiac Magee Lesson Plan
Maniac Magee can hit every pitch thrown to him by the best strike out pitcher! But what else can he do? Students will create another skill in which …
Continue ReadingFree Brain Gym Exercises to Integrate into the Classroom: Enhance Learning & Concentration
These brain gym movements will help children to improve focus, coordination, vision and memory. These are excellent exercises to be integrated into …
Continue ReadingTeach Writing & Develop Bilateral Coordination with Brain Gym Activities Lazy Eight and Double Doodle
Brain gym activities can help children with or without learning disabilities enhance brain function for learning. The “Lazy Eight” and “Double Doodle” …
Continue ReadingThree Back to School Songs & Movement for Preschool or Kindergarten Students: Welcome Children with Songs
Music helps the transition from summer to school days. Sing and act out these fun songs to get your preschool or kindergarten class excited about …
Continue ReadingUsing a Jigsaw Teaching Strategy: Second Grade Lesson Ideas
Engaged students participating in a collaborative process for learning at a new depth of understanding is possible with a jigsaw teaching strategy. …
Continue Reading4th Grade Social Studies Lessons & Activities
Make 4th grade social studies fun for you and your students. These quick tips give you ideas for activities and lessons that will engage your class in …
Continue ReadingFree Chore Chart Downloads: Where to Find Them
With these free chore chart downloads, you can create your own chore charts in no time. Getting kids to take responsibility and help around the house …
Continue ReadingHow to Throw an End of Year Class Party at the End of the School Year
An end of year class party is a great way to celebrate the close of the school year. Throwing a party on the last day of school can be fun, be a great …
Continue ReadingArt Ideas for the Kindergarten Classroom: Learning the Colors of the Rainbow
Teach students the colors of the rainbow and make it fun! Here you’ll find an easy-to-follow lesson plan for teaching this to your students.
Continue ReadingLesson Plans & Games for Root Words
Vocabulary acquisition can be aided with lessons plans on root words. Games and hands-on activities can help students memorize and learn them. The …
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