Ideas, Tools, and Expert Advice to Get the Most Out of Teaching

Earth Science, Science

Teaching earth science in upper elementary? Take some time to learn how all the pieces fit together. For example, in third grade, kids learn about the atmosphere, and in fourth…

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Fourth Grade NGSS Physical Science Hands-on Activities

July 30, 2023

Physical Science, Science

Try these hands-on physical science activities for fourth grade NGSS standards. They focus on energy and waves. (more…)

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Teaching Genres of Fiction and Nonfiction Effectively

July 23, 2023

English Language Arts, Genre Studies

Teaching genres of fiction and nonfiction? Take a deep dive into purpose and elements. Then read and write! When fourth and fifth grade students study nuances of literature and informational…

Teaching Science with Integrated Experiences

July 16, 2023

Science

Teach science with integrated experiences. That way, kids see connections between earth, life, and physical science. Then processes in our natural world make sense. Include a variety of science practices…

Great Games for Comparing Numbers – and Ordering Them Too!

July 9, 2023

Looking for some great games for comparing numbers? Just grab some dice. When kids roll and rearrange the digits, they can compare and order in a fun way. (more…)

Teaching Rounding with a Number Line

July 2, 2023

Teaching rounding with a number line helps kids understand what it’s all about. The tactile experience lets them explore base-ten place value in a meaningful way. Before you ask your…

How to Write a Number in Expanded Form

June 25, 2023

Wondering how to write a number in expanded form? Just decompose it by place value. For example, 390,406 = 300,000 + 90,000 + 400 + 6. Let’s take a look…

Writing Rules for Numbers in Standard Form and Words

June 18, 2023