Top 20 Tips for Landing a Teaching Job

…to get interviews. I am substitute teaching, but I would like suggestions on what else I can do to help myself get noticed by the districts?” Over 100 people responded,…

Exploring the Scientific Method with Toy Cars

…here.} Students got to work conducting their experiment. There was 100% active engagement in all groups. Students worked on the bar graph of their data in groups. Students individually wrote…

The Power of Audio Books

Most kids love to listen to audio books, but did you know that this practice is also extremely effective for improving reading comprehension and fluency? I discovered this well-kept secret…

Honoring 9/11 – A Delicate Balance

…Wikipedia article may not be 100% accurate. After your students read the article, work together as a class to create a Venn diagram to compare and contrast the two versions…

Task Cards 101

…set for Grades 4 -6, and if you need something easier, you can download the free set for Grades 2 and 3. How to Use Task Cards So, now that…

Green Companies? Let the Jury Decide!

…said “Than glass jar by weight.” So is this good for the environment? Glass jars which are 100% recyclable have been replaced with plastic jars that are the same size…

Classroom Goal Setting: The Key to Success

Study the lives of 100 highly successful people, and undoubtedly you’ll find that they have something in common. They dream big, and they create action plans to ensure their success….