We know you save every empty shoebox, paper towel roll, and soda bottle just in case the right class project or craft comes along. So let us help you put those hoarded 2-liter soda bottles to work!
Start by removing the labels and the sticky residue left behind. The trick is soaking the bottles in warm water, which will get...
Put a twist on your Valentine’s lessons with these heart-themed, science lessons, activities, and free downloads. They go beyond the mushy-gushy romance of V-day...although, we're not against that (see Secret Valentine Exchange)! Plus February is American Heart Month, so you can use these activities all month long to promote heart health awareness.
Getting to Know the Heart
Familiarize students with...
‘Tis the seasons for celebrations and gift giving! It's easy to make this generous season part of your math, writing, science, and thinking lessons with these tips. Plus students will love giving and receiving these gift-themed activities.
Gift Stations ~ Math
Fill several different size boxes with random dollar store gifts and wrap them or use the dollar store gift boxes--no...
October is a great time to make this super-fruit the center of your lessons on observation, measurement, problem solving, seeds and growth, and more. For these activities, you will need one to two large pumpkins. Let's start by introducing students to the pumpkin with their senses.
Sensory Boxes
You will need:
Fresh/raw pumpkin seeds
Cooked or store-bought pumpkin seeds
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We all love a good game show! Next time you’re looking for ways to spruce up your game-play in the classroom, try watching your favorite game show and then modify the games for your classroom. This is not a new concept; it has been done for years with shows like Jeopardy and Family Feud. And now we’ve done it...
