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…
Veterans Day Lesson Plans and Activities
On November 11, we honor the service and sacrifice of men and women in the armed forces. Originally proclaimed Armistice Day in 1919 to commemorate the end of World War…
Veterans Day Activities and Resources for the Classroom
On November 11, we honor the wartime service and sacrifice of men and women in the armed forces. Originally proclaimed Armistice Day in 1919 to commemorate the end of World…
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…