If you’ve noticed that your child struggles to hold a pencil well, it’s important to tackle the issue as soon as possible. If pencil grip issues go ignored, the child’s academic performance can drop as a result. This can have greater repercussions, as the child will notice that they are falling behind, leading to frustration, …
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New York State is of course famous for “The Big Apple”, America’s most renowned city, but The Empire State has so much more going for it than tall buildings and lights that never go out. Boasting a rich cultural history and offering up one of the most varied and exciting landscapes in the nation, there …
Kids just love YouTube, even at kindergarten, 1st grade, and 2nd grade, so why not take advantage of this for educational purposes? Especially now that screens are so prevalent there! YouTube’s videos can be colorful, animated, educational and very engaging when done right. But when you want a science YouTube video for your classroom, you …
Planning guided reading lessons can be time consuming and difficult. You have so many other things to think about, that guided reading lesson plans often tend to get left until the last minute. Don’t worry! Lots of teachers are in the same boat. That is why we have created this helpful guide. Keep reading to …
As children grow and develop, it is crucial to help them understand and manage their emotions effectively. Feelings charts are powerful tools to help children learn about their feelings and express them healthily. In this guide, we explore the benefits of using a feelings chart for kids, expert tips on how to introduce it to …
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Although young children are like sponges when it comes to language, learning how to read and write what they can say is a tricky process, but phonics games smooth out the transition from verbal to written words, all while making learning fun for kids. A good phonics game can turn children into skilled code-crackers without …
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iPads and iPad apps are excellent tools for kindergarten learning once you’ve identified the best ones. The best iPad apps are colorful, engaging, allow independent learning, help kids when they’re stuck, and they gamify learning, so that there’s positive reinforcement whenever the kid is undoing well. Whether you’re in a teaching role in kindergarten or …
Who Needs Social Pragmatic Skills? Everyone’s experience with one another relies on human interaction, and more specifically, social pragmatic skills. Or, in other words, the social use of language and of how individuals interact with others. Sometimes there will be learners who may struggle with such things, but the good news is that there are …
Whether you’re reading to your children or want to recite a short story to your friends, these read-aloud St Patrick’s Day books are perfect for you.The Irish holiday was originally based on a religious pilgrimage, but in the US it’s mostly been turned into a day of revelry for all things Irish.No matter which version …
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Boho is currently a huge trend when it comes to classroom set ups and decor. Teachers all over the world (yet alone in the States) are looking up ways to design and decorate their own boho-themed classrooms. If you too are looking for some inspiration, then look no further – here are some of the …
