Yearly Archives: 2014

Bulletin Board: Memorial Day

I think it is very important that we remember the brave soldiers who gave their lives for our country on Memorial Day. I wanted to create a patriotic bulletin board for Memorial Day, but my board dimensions did not fit a flag. I decided to create a “Remember Our Heroes” themed board. I made a … Continue reading Bulletin Board: Memorial Day »

Bulletin Board Idea: Aloha to a Great Year

Summer is right around the corner! Here’s a fun idea for a bulletin board. Mix your spring and summer accents to create a bright end-of-the-year Hawaiian style bulletin board. Use yellow paper for the background (or any other brightly colored paper). Layer the sides with Fun Flowers Straight Border Trim, Green Scalloped Border Trim, and … Continue reading Bulletin Board Idea: Aloha to a Great Year »

8 Test-Taking Tips for Multiple-Choice Questions

Some multiple-choice questions are straightforward and easy. Some questions, however, stump even the most prepared student. In cases like that, students have to make an educated guess. An educated guess is a guess that uses what students know to help guide their attempt. Students select a particular answer because they’ve thought about the format of … Continue reading 8 Test-Taking Tips for Multiple-Choice Questions »

4 Tips on Encouraging Healthy Habits for Kids

Incorporating fun physical outdoor games and indoor classroom exercises are great ways for teachers to encourage students to establish healthy habits. The National Health Education Standards & Common Core State Standards aim to support a whole-child approach to education-one that that ensures that each student is healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and challenged in their learning. … Continue reading 4 Tips on Encouraging Healthy Habits for Kids »