Labor Day Curriculum Resources
Labor Day honors the American worker and acknowledges the value and dignity of work and its role in American life. The first Labor Day was celebrated on September 5, 1882,…
Teaching About Hurricane Season
June 1 to November 30 is hurricane season. With the following lessons, activities, and multimedia resources, learn how hurricanes form, how hurricanes are tracked, and how hurricane size and intensity…
Back-to-School Guide from NEA
Students may still be enjoying their summer vacations, but for educators, the beginning of the school year is just around the corner. Check out this list of articles and resources…
National Arts in Education Week Is Sept. 8-14
On July 26, 2010, the U. S. House of Representatives passed a resolution designating the second week of September as Arts in Education Week to promote and showcase the immense…
How to Evaluate Tech Tools You’ve Never Used in Less Than Seven Minutes
When colleagues or workshop presenters recommend an app or other tech tool that’s worked well for them—how do you know whether it will meet the needs of your students? Teachers…
Free Resources for Teaching About St. Patrick’s Day
Resources include videos, arts & crafts, printables, worksheets, interactive maps, and tutorials. They will help your students learn about and explore Irish culture, history, and traditions, including Irish folktales, literature,…
March Is Music in Our Schools Month
March is Music In Our Schools Month (MIOSM), and the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) website provides ideas for how to participate in MIOSM and promote support for school…
Presidents’ Day Activities
This Presidents’ Day, celebrate the lives of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, their contributions to the United States, and the lives and contributions of all our 45 presidents. Resources for:…
Ten Free Things for Valentine’s Day
Make February 14 a special day with these classroom resources. Valentine’s Day Coloring Pages & Bingo Sheets Valentine-themed cards, coloring pages, and 10 different Bingo games! (Grades K-3) Free printable Valentine’s…
Celebrating the 100th Day of School
The 100th day of school is coming up soon in districts around Connecticut. Whenever it happens in your school, here are 10 activities, resources, and suggestions to help your elementary…