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On January 21, 2019, the United States will observe the federal holiday of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. King, whose birthdate is January 15, was one of the most predominant leaders of the Civil Rights Movement during the ‘50s and...

Clearly, the new 2019 calendar is proof that the holidays are over for a while, but kids are still wound up from their winter celebrations. It is a challenge to get kids settled down, but it is a job that...

There is a new need for superheroes, and it is not fighting crime. We all know that growing up is not easy. So many of us have struggled with self-esteem issues from childhood through adolescence, and for girls, this period...

Have sales become stagnant at your school store? Now is the time to clear out old inventory to make room for new products. You will need to develop a strategy that will lead to maximizing profits. Here are a few...

With winter break awaiting right around the corner, you are probably anxious to spread holiday cheer throughout your classroom. Depending on your school’s policy, celebrating winter holidays may have to follow strict guidelines. Your diverse students celebrate in ways unique...

What holiday movies will your kids be watching this Christmas? The Polar Express? Elf? The Grinch? With so many recent additions to the Christmas film library, is there still an interest in watching A Charlie Brown Christmas? As it turns...

The approaching winter holidays are a time for us to spread peace and goodwill throughout our communities. The holidays remind us of the importance of friends and our love for family. However, we are terribly influenced by the distraction of...

Although bullying among children has always existed, it seems that only in the recent past have people really taken a stand against it. An increased awareness of the problem has led schools to embark on anti-bullying education and to adopt...

Writing practice is essential for anyone learning to use effective language skills. Getting started on a writing assignment can be difficult for any age when one is not comfortable with writing. The more opportunities a new writer has for practice,...

At the start of each school year, most schools present a code of conduct to students and their parents. Within this rule book is the dress code which is often designed to keep students from offending or distracting others. While...

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Sara A. is just one of a few dedicated volunteers who help make the school store at Palmer Elementary School in Easton, PA a success. She took a few moments to tell us about their school store. 1) What is...

When educators teach children the English language, they are guided by standards focusing on mechanics, usage, and grammar. The goal is to not just use language appropriately, but also to make precise word choices that perfectly express the thoughts and...

Whether your kids love their school and their teachers or they’re struggling to adapt to the structure of the classroom setting, there’s one thing all school-age children can agree on: field trips are amazing. Every kid loves skipping a day...

The Law As part of his campaign prior to election, French President Emmanuel Macron championed policy restricting devices such as smart watches, tablets, and even cellphones from being used by children aged three to fifteen while in school. This year,...

As parents, we want to give our children the tools they need to achieve success in life. To some, this means filling up the calendar with as many structured activities as possible, since getting kids involved in sports and clubs...

As summer nears its end, your children will need to get back to an ideal sleep routine. For those who have gotten into the routine of staying up late and sleeping the mornings away, this can be a challenge your...

Students love a little recognition when they do good! Here are a few certificate and bookmark freebies you can download and print out to make your students' day a bit brighter.  

While generations before us may have shrugged off bullying as a part of life, we know that its effects are serious. No one at any age should be the target of repeated unwanted aggression, but school-aged children are most vulnerable....

Just the thought of homework can fill children and their parents with anxiety. Problems arise for a variety of reasons. The students may have weak homework skills or may be confused by the teachers' or parents' expectations. Too much homework...

One of the best ways to stay up to date on the latest trends, tools, and techniques in education is to attend an educational conference. These are great events where teachers, principals, librarians, and other education professionals can get together,...

Every Day is Someone's Birthday Students love and appreciate when educators go above and beyond to recognize their special day. Here's a project you can easily do to turn your classroom into birthday party central. All you need is a...

Traditionally, schools schedule students' lunchtime before their midday recess. Recently, some health and wellness experts have questioned whether this order works best for children. We know kids can have difficulties learning when they are hungry, so they need to eat....

Whether students encounter hate and violence first-hand or indirectly, they need guidance in coping with these issues. They may be exposed to such acts on the evening news or may even be victims themselves. From bullying to school shootings, kids...

We love hearing from customers who are doing amazing, world-changing things. We recently spoke with Sharon Hrycewicz at the Downers Grove Public Library near Chicago about their efforts to encourage children to read over the summer.   1. Can you...

Adopting an Attitude of Gratitude Long a staple of religious and philosophical study, gratitude has been gaining popularity in recent years. As more psychologists and scientists study the effects of gratitude on emotional and mental health, the results of adopting...

Read the Clues, Find the Answers - Win $250! Today is National Scavenger Hunt Day! We've got 10 clues that will lead you to different products on our website. Find the official product name for each clue and answer the...

Books That Empower Tween Girls As girls move from tweens to teens, they can be filled with many questions that are not always easy to ask. As they are changing, so are their roles in society. Amid all of this...

Shortfalls in yearly school budgets are encouraging many school districts to consider shortening the school week by one day. This possibility is especially popular in rural school districts that provide transportation to students living in distant, sparsely-populated locations. Before adopting...