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10 Free 2nd Grade Math Games to Teach Foundational Skills

Posted on August 23, 2022 (February 1, 2024)

The math foundational skills taught in second grade are crucial in developing a level of understanding students can build upon […]

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Posted in Student ActivitiesTagged Math

The Top 10 Most Challenging Common Core Standards

Posted on August 19, 2022 (February 1, 2024)

Common core state standards are universal lessons that every student needs to know in dozens of states throughout the country. […]

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Posted in ResearchTagged Best Practices, Math, Reading

Do Student Reward Systems Help and What Are the Risks?

Posted on August 12, 2022 (February 1, 2024)

Teachers do the best they can to keep students engaged and excited to learn. They want their students to be […]

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Posted in Teacher ResourcesTagged Best Practices

12 Unique Items to Add to Your Classroom Donation Lists

Posted on August 10, 2022 (February 1, 2024)

Parents have come to expect classroom donation wishlists from teachers. They might send a few extra bottles of hand sanitizer […]

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Posted in Teacher ResourcesTagged Best Practices

How to Celebrate National Wellness Month in School

Posted on August 5, 2022 (February 1, 2024)

August is National Wellness Month, which means the next few weeks are dedicated to improving your physical, mental, and emotional […]

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Posted in Teacher ResourcesTagged Best Practices, Seasonal Content: Fall

20+ Fun Elementary Activities for the First Day of School

Posted on July 29, 2022 (February 1, 2024)

The first day of school is exciting for kids, teachers, and parents. A fresh year holds so many possibilities, from […]

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Posted in Teacher ResourcesTagged Best Practices, Seasonal Content: Fall

The Ultimate Back-to-School Checklist for Teachers

Posted on July 27, 2022 (February 1, 2024)

The days leading up to the first day of school are chaotic for everyone involved. Students are excited to see […]

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Posted in Teacher ResourcesTagged Best Practices, Seasonal Content: Fall

10 Grants for Teachers: What to Apply For Before Back to School

Posted on July 13, 2022 (February 1, 2024)

Who doesn’t love free money? Grants for teachers are an incredibly useful way to fund your classroom. They can be […]

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Posted in Teacher ResourcesTagged Best Practices, Funding and Budgets

Guide to Evaluating Technology Tools for Teachers

Posted on July 6, 2022 (February 1, 2024)

Education technology is a key part of the modern classroom. One report found that K-12 students used 74 different digital […]

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Posted in Teacher ResourcesTagged Best Practices

50+ Summer Activities for Teachers to Prep for Next Year

Posted on July 1, 2022 (February 1, 2024)

There is a big difference between a student summer and a teacher summer. While students spend their summers playing with […]

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Posted in Teacher ResourcesTagged Best Practices, Seasonal Content: Summer

15 Hands-On Reading Activities for Kinesthetic Learners

Posted on June 29, 2022 (February 1, 2024)

Every teacher wants to turn their students into strong readers, but this isn’t always easy. It can be a challenge […]

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Posted in Teacher ResourcesTagged Best Practices, Reading

Boost Student Engagement With Classroom Contests

Posted on June 24, 2022 (February 1, 2024)

Do your students have a competitive streak? Some might play endless rounds of rock-paper-scissors in the hallway or flick triangular […]

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Posted in Teacher ResourcesTagged Best Practices

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