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Children as Future Parents
Ever wonder why some people grow up to be great parents and other people screw up as parents? It's a huge issue. Right now, today, we can begin teaching our children the skills that are needed to be good parents. This article is just a glimpse into the huge issue of raising future parents. Maybe there will be some ideas that you can use with your child today.
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Find Elementary Education Colleges
New York City has a wealth of public and private colleges in education for the new teacher. Check out a few of the best colleges in education New York City has to offer.
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Teacher/Student Conferences
Got someone to supervise your class for a few minutes? Then spend a few private minutes with your troublemakers!
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Using Journals: A Time-Tested Tool
Many teachers use journals on a regular basis. They are great tools for getting kids to write in many subject areas. I have used journals in every grade level in many ways. Here are some of my favorite journal ideas and tips.
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Why Bother with the Arts?
Who needs the arts, anyway? What good are they? Why should we spend perfectly good money on teaching something that is just play? Drama, music, writing, painting, drawing, solving problems - who needs this useless stuff? Arts programs have been cut from most schools and now we face the decimation of our national arts entities. An arts advocate? You?
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Children's Physcial Awareness
"Where does it hurt?" asks the doctor. Children and adults alike have difficulties identifying and stating clearly their physical status. Lessons on physical awareness, personal space, and other body awareness topics can help you and your child clarify and strengthen physical awareness. This article is only a small start and contains several good ideas for parents.
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Free K-12 Science Teaching Resources
When searching for new ideas for teaching science to children of all ages, the free articles provided by the NSTA provide a wealth of strategies and science content.
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How to Phrase Praise
Brief explanation of the effectiveness in using praise in the classroom, not only for behavior modification, but also to win rapport and to boost self-esteem and self-control. The article also gives an outline of what makes praise effective or ineffective.
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Leading Learners to Love Literature
"Do's" and "Don'ts" to help the Language Arts teacher to guide her students into an appreciation of the printed message.
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Popular College Majors
Many college sophomores are still undecided about their major field of study. Students have strength areas and that is a place to start.
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The Road to the White House
The events leading up to the November elections provide many great opportunities for students to learn about the office of the president, the responsibilities of that position, and what it takes to become the president.
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The Sub Folder
<b><font color="crimson">Be prepared. Be VERY prpared.</font color="crimson"></b> Plan ahead so that you can be assured of smooth sailing for your sub and your class if and when you have to be away. The "sub folder" will be a lifeline for guest teachers in your classroom.
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A Lesson on Primary Colors and Color Values
This is a Discipline Based Art Education lesson plan. The students will learn about shades of colour and colour mixing.
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Music Education and Mathematical Ability- A Winning Duet
When we speak of Discipline Based Art Education, we needn't limit ourselves to the Visual Arts. This article takes a look at the connection between Music and academic success.
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The Dreaded Parent Conference...
Take the "dread" out of parent conferences, even if you didn't call the meeting. Eight tips on how to come across cool and collected, concerned and caring in the parent/teacher conference! Plus, links to articles on the subject, links for parents, and a link to a printable questionnaire for teachers and parents. Last but not least, Parent-Teacher Conf. humor!
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What are Careers in History?
General commentary on careers in History including possible careers as well as web-sites for employment opportunities.
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