We all had weeks in middle school or high school when we primarily relied on Cliff’s Notes to prep us for our reading quizzes, but every once in a while you would actually have time to read the assigned books and maybe you found yourself completely engrossed. For instance, ...
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Books are great for helping kids feel less alone when they see others have, similar experiences to them, and also for learning about the experiences of others—in that way, books can be both mirrors and windows, and are important for kids’ social and psychological development. There are some...
asked Mr. Whimsy in a voice that sounded like a mix of music and magic. Emma thought for a moment. "I'm looking for something special, something that can make learning even more fun," she replied. Mr. Whimsy chuckled and led her to a corner of the store where books flew gently in...
@Steve Jacobson - You can also purchase the e-book version from Amazon books. @Tracy - Yes they can! During this period, both are valid. Sep 30, 2015 - Tania I have one new 5th grade scout that just joined. The other Webelos are 4th graders. We were already working on a required ...
A student and a teacher swap science fiction books because it is the favorite genre of both. Forty high school students volunteer as reading tutors to K-5 students. The lunchroom staff makes goodies for the teachers for breakfast every Friday. ...
Great Bend fifth graders will visit the Great Bend Municipal Airport from 9:45-10:45 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6 for the 2023 Fly Kansas Air Tour. Included in the air show will be student engagement opportunities and aircraft displays as pilots make the first of four stops that day (Great Bend...
This year, teacher Deborah Bambino continues to share her diary entries about life in a Philadelphia middle school. Last year's entries are now available in book form. SeeEducation World's review of Bambino'sTeaching Out Loud: A Middle Grades Diarythis week on our BOOKS IN EDUCATION page. ...
Here are the beauty of board books. They’re good enough for tiny hands to explore, and therefore sure to last for more than one reading session. But we all know kids’ books can get repetitive after a while; so here are three unique board books that go beyond the standard. Each one...
If you love the outdoors, consider signing up or just show up for one of the volunteer projects at the public lands sites on Saturday. Spend the morning helping clean up and restore our national natural treasures, then spend the afternoon just enjoying and exploring them. Free Books for Kid...