National Science Fiction Day
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated December 16, 2024 3 Ways to Celebrate National Science Fiction Day in the Classroom National Science Fiction Day, celebrated on January 2nd, is a fantastic opportunity to ignite…
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Teaching About Martin Luther King Jr.
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated December 16, 2024 Martin Luther King Jr. Day is an important opportunity to teach students about the Civil Rights Movement, equality, and the enduring impact of Dr. King’s…
December Read Alouds
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated November 29, 2024 December is a magical time in the classroom, and what better way to celebrate the season than by sharing heartwarming December read alouds with your…
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New Year’s Teaching Ideas
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated November 28, 2024 On the hunt for some engaging New Year’s teaching ideas? The New Year is the perfect opportunity to refresh classroom routines, reflect on past successes,…
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Halloween Activities for Upper Elementary
By MARISSA DESPINS, SHELLY REES, MARIANNA MONHEIM, JEANINE SCHNEIDER, JACQUELINE ORTIZ, RISSA HANNEKEN, JENNIFER MARTINEZ, and RACHEL DEROCHE – Updated October 07, 2024 Rigorous Halloween Activities for Upper Elementary Engaging upper elementary students in…
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What is a Legend?
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated September 23, 2024 What is a Legend and How can I use Them to Engage Young Learners? As educators, we’re always on the lookout for engaging ways to…