Elementary students need to know their voice matters. They must understand that their opinion, thoughts, and beliefs are important. However, this understanding comes with practice, time, and exposure. Since it takes a lot of confidence to speak up for what is right, it is helpful to show true stories of this happening. This is exactly why this Ivan the Remarkable…
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Ivan the Remarkable True Story Activities
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Bell Book Review and Activities
While November and December are magical months of the year, they can also be the most stressful. Students are so excited about the holidays, so it can be hard to hold their attention. This means teachers often have to carefully plan high-interest, hands-on activities to keep students focused. However, this takes more time than usual, and teachers do not have…
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Ideas for Bulletin Boards
When students walk down the hallway, they do not want to see plain white walls. They want to see decorations that help them feel welcomed and excited about school. The same is true for classrooms. This is why teachers work so hard to incorporate classroom decor that makes students eager to learn. However, it is important to remember that everyone…
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Morning Meetings
When students enter the school each morning, some are excited and eager to learn. However, others are tired, grumpy, and frustrated about being back at school. This then translates into various emotions when the day begins. Some just want to socialize with friends while others want to start lessons. Due to this wide range, establishing a smooth morning routine is…
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Children’s Books for Veterans Day Activities
When our youngest students see the stars and stripes on the American flag, they typically don’t know their symbolic meeting. While this is understandable due to age, it is essential that students start to understand why it is important to respect military veterans. One of the best ways to do this involves using children’s books for Veterans Day. This will…
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