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Mid-West States Scramble
In this mid-west states worksheet, students unscramble the names of 12 mid-west states. An answer link and resource links are given on the page.
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Word Scramble-Jobs
In this jobs worksheet, students unscramble a set of 25 job names. Answers may be viewed on-line; page has links to additional resources.
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Oral Histories
Students interview local Native Americans to explore their history, culture, and contributions to the region. They contact a local Native American organization, conduct an interview with a volunteer and write thank-you notes.
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Observation
Students practice observation skills by discussing physical attributes of family artifacts. They determine what characteristics of an object are considered important details.
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Keep The Ball Rolling
High schoolers are introduced to new vocabulary associated with a topic of their choice. In partners, they are to keep the conversation going by using the new vocabulary and proper tenses. They are graded based on a rubric given to them...
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Veterans Day Remembered
Sixth graders gather information about Veterans and create a PowerPoint. For this Veterans remembered lesson, 6th graders interview a veteran and research on the computer to create a five slide PowerPoint.
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Tadpoles to Frogs!
Third graders observe the tadpoles/frogs and draw a picture in their journals every week to monitor its growth with 100% accuracy. They observe tadpoles/frogs and record at least two changes or the observations the tadpole undergoes...
Family Education
Family Education: 10 Tips for a Successful Parent Teacher Conference
You have some issues to discuss with your child's teacher. How do you put your best foot forward so that you can accomplish your goals? The authors of this site have put together some ideas to help you make the most of every minute spent...
AdLit
Ad lit.org: Successful Parent Teacher Conferences With Bilingual Families
How can you hold an effective parent-teacher conference with the parents of English language learners if they can't communicate comfortably in English? This article provides a number of tips to help you bridge the language gap, take...
Reading Rockets
Reading Rockets: The Role of Teachers and Schools in Communication
What is the role of teachers and schools in regards to communication with parents? Come and explore this informative article revealing how important open communication is for students.
Other
National Pta (Parent Teacher Association)
The online home of the National PTA is a full-featured site with easy-to-use navigational tools for finding out how to join the organization and about the organization's positions on various issues. Includes resources for parents, news,...
Reading Rockets
Reading Rockets: Help Your Kids Do Great in School
This article focuses on how parents can be more involved in their child's education. Teachers will benefit from this informative article and can pass it along to parent's as a valuable resource.
Reading Rockets
Reading Rockets: Help Your Kids Do Great in School
This article focuses on how parents can be more involved in their child's education. Teachers will benefit from this informative article and can pass it along to parent's as a valuable resource.
PBS
Pbs: Establishing Strong Family School Communication
A comprehensive site devoted to strengthening the ties between families and schools. Ideas for keeping channels of communication open and for helping teachers understand and appreciate your child. Sound advice with links to do's and...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Back to School: Getting to Know You Printables: Teachers, Families, and Students
Set the foundation for effective, two-way communication with your students and their families using these "Getting to Know You" printables from PBS KIDS.
Incredible Art Department
The Incredible Art Department: Files for Art Teachers
A large collection of files that have been contributed by art teachers. Examples of topics include rubrics, lessons, ideas for critiquing art, assessments, icebreakers, classroom management, games, parent communication, and lots more.
A to Z Teacher Stuff
A to Z Teacher Stuff: Parent Involvement
This site provides a collection of teacher submitted tips for working with and improving relationships with parents.
Kidsource OnLine
Kid Source Online: Children With Communication Disorders
KidSource defines communication disorders and offers information on their frequency, characteristics of children who have them, and educational implications for students, parents, and teachers.
Reading Rockets
Reading Rockets: Simple Ways to Encourage Learning
This site offers several simple ways to encourage learning in your child.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Sesame Street: School Readiness
Use these resources to turn everyday moments into brain-building adventures. Children's lives are packed with first-time experiences. As a caring, supportive adult who talks with them, asks them questions, offers comfort, and shares...
US Department of Education
Reaching All Families Creating Family Friendly Schools
Reaching All Families, Creating Family-Friendly Schools, is the online version of the booklet published in 1996 by the U.S. Department of Education. The site presents accumulated knowledge and fresh ideas on school outreach strategies --...
Reading Rockets
Reading Rockets: Helping Your Child Succeed in School
How can you help your child succeed in school? This article offers some important tips to making success a reality for every student. This is a terrific resource to pass along to parents.
Reading Rockets
Reading Rockets: Helping Your Child Succeed in School
How can you help your child succeed in school? This article offers some important tips to making success a reality for every student. This is a terrific resource to pass along to parents.
Reading Rockets
Reading Rockets: The Impact of Family Involvement
This article reflects on how parental involvement is essential for students.