Summer Reading: Resources, Book Lists, and Activity Ideas
When it comes to summer, reading may not be the first thing—or even in the top ten things—kids have in mind! But reading can be the ideal summer activity. It’s…
Staying Cool at School
There are still weeks of school left to go in some Connecticut districts and, with temperatures in the mid-90s, some schools sent children home early today. For schools without air…
11 Resources for Teaching Flag Day
Check out these curriculum resources for teaching the history and meaning behind the “Stars & Stripes.” History of the Stars & Stripes Flag Day Celebrated A brief description of Flag…
Promoting Physical Fitness
Get active, stay fit, and have fun doing it with sports, games, and activities described in the following lesson plans and resources. Resources For: Grades K-5 Grades 6-8 Grades 9-12
Bringing Poetry to the Classroom
Celebrate National Poetry Month with these lessons, activities, and video/audio readings. Resources for: Grades K-5 Grades 6-8 Grades 9-12
Lessons, Activities, and Curriculum Resources to Usher in Spring
Leaves are finally appearing on trees and daffodils and tulips are blooming—spring is here! Below are lessons, activities, and videos to prepare students for the sights, smells, and sounds of…
Resources for Music in Our Schools Month
Now, when some public school music programs can face budget cuts, is a critical time to support music in our schools. March is Music In Our Schools Month (MIOSM), and…
Free Resources for Teaching About St. Patrick’s Day
These resources for all grade levels include videos, arts and crafts, printables, worksheets, interactive maps, and tutorials. They will help your students learn about and explore Irish culture, history and…
Women’s History Month Lessons & Activities for the Classroom
The March 2017 theme for National Women’s History Month is “Honoring Trailblazing Women in Labor and Business.” Examine the changing cultural perceptions of women in society and honor their contributions…
Groundhog Day for the Classroom
On February 2, Punxsutawney Phil will see his shadow—or not. Explore light and shadow in math, science, and art lessons and have fun with the following collection of groundhog games…