Imagine a world where machines never ran out of energy, where power was always on tap, and work was a breeze. This may sound like a utopia, but understanding the concepts of work, power, and energy can bring us one step closer to this reality. In middle school, students embark on a journey of discovery, … Read more
Let’s think of a bag of Legos for a while. One might recall that legos are used to create various items. In these created pieces, the legos are the elements, different legos put together to make a car are the compounds, and different legos mixed with different types of toys are the mixture. Elements are … Read more
Welcome to the wacky and wonderful world of wordplay! Did you know that the English language has over a million words? That’s a lot of words to play with, and we’re here to help you become a master of word manipulation through our exciting morphology activities. Prepare to explore the fascinating world of prefixes, suffixes, … Read more
Imagine trying to build a house without a solid foundation. It wouldn’t work, right? The same goes for math education. Strong number writing skills are the foundation of a student’s math abilities, and assessing those skills is critical to their success. But what types of assessments are available, and how can educators use them to … Read more
Earth Day is just around the corner and it’s time to gear up little ones! Are you ready to put on your Earth-saving superhero capes and get your hands dirty? Let’s celebrate this special day with some fun and engaging activities that will help us learn about taking care of our planet. From creating recycled … Read more
As the annual celebration of Earth Day approaches, it’s time to dust off your recycling bin, hug a tree, and channel your inner environmentalist. Whether you’re a die-hard eco-warrior or simply looking for a fun and meaningful way to spend your day, there are plenty of Earth Day activities that adults can enjoy. From volunteering … Read more
Have you ever gone grocery shopping and found a great deal on a pack of snacks, but you needed to calculate the total cost for a certain number of packs? Or have you ever had to distribute a certain amount of money among a group of people based on a set amount per person? These … Read more
Do you get sick of going through the same old motions in the classroom when it seems like information only flows in one direction? Want to provide students with the tools they need to take responsibility for their education and engage them in a dynamic learning environment? The ground-breaking Flipped Classroom Strategies are your best … Read more
Picture this: You’re a detective on a mission to solve the mystery of a student’s reading level. You have your magnifying glass (or reading assessment tools) in hand and are ready to gather clues (or data) to crack the case. As a teacher, determining a student’s reading level is like solving a mystery – it … Read more
In a world where writing was done on tightropes instead of paper, it would have been a tricky business, to say the least! Fortunately, in the real world, there are lines on paper to guide young writers when they’re learning to write. However, like any skill, it takes practice to get it just right. That’s … Read more