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How to Make Composting in the Classroom Fun (And Educational) for Kids
Want to start a compost bin in the classroom and wondering how to make composting for kids fun? We walk you through the process step by step.
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18 Activities for Arbor Day to Celebrate Trees in Elementary School
Explore activities for Arbor Day, lesson ideas, teaching resources and videos to make this April a memorable one in your classroom!
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10 Creative Ways to Get Kids to Recycle in Your Classroom + Free Recycling Options for Teachers
How to encourage kids to recycle in your classroom + free recycling programs that earn teachers cash and school supplies!
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17 Creative April Fools' Day Pranks + Activities for Elementary School Teachers
Try these April Fools' Day pranks for school to get your elementary students laughing.
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27 Funny Easter Jokes for Kids That Are Perfect for the Classroom
Make your classroom giggle with these school-friendly Easter jokes for kids about eggs, bunnies, and more.
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8 Easter Math Activities That Bring Springtime Fun Into School
These quick and easy Easter math activities and math center ideas bring spring into the classroom and can be holiday focused or not!
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10 Fun Easter Bunny Craft Ideas + Curriculum-Aligned Activities for the Classroom
These bunny crafts are perfect for the classroom whether you celebrate Easter or just want to mark spring with some bunny-inspired activities.
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12 Teacher-Approved Earth Day Activities for Kids to Green Your Classroom (Plus Teacher Freebies)
Make Earth Day count with these fun Earth Day activities for kids in the classroom that incorporate math, science, and more, plus access free seeds, resources, and more for teachers!
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24 St Patrick's Day Activities for Lucky Kids to Try in the Classroom
Try these St. Patrick's Day activities for kids in the classroom! See our teacher team's favorite fun STEM activities, writing challenges, and more — all designed by teachers!
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22 Easter Egg Ideas Every Elementary Teacher Can Use to Engage Their Students
Get plastic Easter eggs? Use these ideas in the classroom to practice sight words, fractions, and so much more!
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10 Women's History Month Activities for Kids to Bring Her Story to Life in the Classroom
Get Women's History Month ideass for the classroom to bring her story alive for elementary students. From reading challenges to female character analysis ideas to ways to honor women in their own communities, these ideas are perfect for kids.
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70 Fun + Fascinating Women’s History Month Facts to Inspire Your Students
Explore a list of fun Women's History Month facts to share with your students this March (or any time of year!), plus ways to incorporate these kid-friendly facts into your lesson planning!
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17 Presidents' Day 2024 Ideas for Teachers That Go Beyond Washington + Lincoln
These Presidents' Day ideas for kids include fun options for pre-school, kindergarten, first grade, and on up through upper elementary.
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70 1st Grade Books to Add to Your Classroom Reading Corner This Year
Wondering which 1st grade books you should add to your classroom library? Look no further! We have a list of 70 that are teacher (and student) approved!
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27 Fun Valentine's Day Ideas for Teachers That Your Class Will Love
Valentine's Day is a great opportunity to show appreciation for those around us. Share the love this February 14th with Valentine's Day activities for kids perfect for the classroom.
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15 Valentine's Day Craft Ideas for the Classroom With an Educational Twist
These fun Valentine's Day classroom craft activities are teacher tested and boast an extra boost of education for elementary students.
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69 Random Acts of Kindness Ideas for Kids to Make the Classroom a Kinder Place
Try these random acts of kindness ideas for kids in your classroom for more social and emotional learning or to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day 2023!
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5 Differentiated Teaching Strategies to Implement in Your Classroom
Need help differentiating instruction for your classroom? These differentiated instruction strategies and tips from our teacher team can help get you started.
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21 Read Across America Day Ideas for Kids to Bring Joy of Reading to Your Classroom
Liven up Read Across America Day in the classroom with activities for kids that will get students excited to read!
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12 Fun Super Bowl Ideas & Activities From Teachers Around the US
Not sure how to harness the Super Bowl excitement to get students engaged in the classroom? Use these ideas to bring football into your math class, set up a Super Bowl bulletin board, and more.
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25 Black History Month Bulletin Board Ideas to Honor and Educate
Get Black History Month bulletin board ideas from teachers across the country to inspire your students (and you!).
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13 Meaningful Black History Month Activities for Kids to Add to Your Lesson Plans
Need meaningful Black History Month activities for kids for your lesson plans? Here are teacher-tested ways to mark this month in meaningful ways in your classroom.
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11 Groundhog Day Activities for Kids Plus Fun Groundhog Books for Your Classroom!
Celebrate Groundhog Day in the classroom with activities for kids that are packed with learning about science, math, and more!
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Teacher Maternity Leave: A Planning Guide for Your Whole Pregnancy
Explore teacher maternity leave laws and tips with a checklist to get your classroom ready for your long-term substitute.
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19 Teacher-Tested 100th Day of School Ideas to Celebrate the Big Day in Your Classroom
Celebrate the 100th Day of School in 2023 with easy ideas for your classroom!
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26 Valentine's Day Bulletin Board Ideas for a Lovable Classroom Display
From quotes to love and heart themes, these Valentine's Day bulletin board ideas will surely bring a smile to your students' faces and brighten the classroom.
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22 Fun Groundhog Facts to Share With Your Class on Groundhog Day
Need fun groundhog facts to share with your students this Groundhog Day? Find out what groundhogs eat, where they live and why we let them predict the weather!
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What Can Teachers Write Off on Taxes in 2024? A Dive Into Educator Tax Deductions
What can teachers write off on their income taxes in 2024? Here's a look at the educator expense teacher deductions, plus a few you might miss!
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42 Fun President Facts for Kids to Share With Your Students
Explore fun and interesting president facts for kids to share with your elementary students on Presidents' Day or during your US history lessons!
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50 Fun 100th Day of School Project Ideas for Teachers to Add to Their List
Use this teacher-created list of 100th Day of School projects to give students ideas or complete in the classroom!
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13 New Year's Ideas for Teachers to Celebrate With Your Class
Take a look at New Year's activities for kids that teachers can use to bring in the New Year with your students.
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25 Black History Month Facts for Kids to Add to Your Lesson Planning
Add these Black History Month facts for kids to your classroom discussions to broaden understanding of Black history and culture.