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Track student behavior the quick and easy way! To collect data and evidence, you need this trick. Instead of journaling, create a checklist. First, determine targeted behaviors. Next, use the…

How to Choose the Right Seating Chart

October 18, 2018

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Are you suffering from seating chart envy? A teacher down the hall has embraced flexible seating. Your next-door neighbor uses tables. But not you. Whenever you move away from desks…

How Morning Reflection Develops Teacher Metacognition

October 11, 2018

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As a teacher, morning reflection powerfully directs your day. You don’t need to get up earlier or change your routine. Instead, just shift your way of thinking. (more…)

Introducing an Easy Way to STEM Your Science Activities

August 30, 2018

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STEM your science activities! It’s easy. Just add technology, engineering, and mathematics. Voila! Your science lesson is transformed into a STEM activity. (more…)

How to Energize Science Activities for Kids

August 16, 2018

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Energize science activities for kids! How? Above all, let kids get their hands on science. Then try these simple strategies. They’ll transform instruction. First, ask for generalizations. Second, encourage inquiry.…

How to Ramp Up Science Activities Using the Fair Test

August 9, 2018

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For a full-blown experiment, kids use the fair test. They compare two (or more) things. All other variables are controlled. Asking students to measure and repeat seals the deal. (more…)

How to Use Scientific Inquiry in Your Classroom

August 2, 2018

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Scientific inquiry starts with a messy problem. Kids find the solution by trial and error. Give your science activities a little twist – and let kids figure stuff out themselves.…

How to Encourage Kids to Make Generalizations in Science

July 26, 2018

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Generalizations force kids to zero in on scientific concepts. For higher level thinking, give your science activities a twist. Begin with a conceptual question. Present a science activity. Then ask…

12 Ways to Improve Narrative Writing [Third, Fourth & Fifth Grades]

June 22, 2018

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