Elementary Education
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Developing Literacy Skills: Should Children Be Forced to Read Early
While early literacy skills are important for a child's growth, there are some who question whether we are forcing our kids to read too early. Some intense early intervention programs make promises about teaching even babies to read. Is that really...By January 23, 2012
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Book Titles to Read to Your Class
Why spend time reinventing the wheel when Bright Hub has so many resources to offer? Here, you will find suggestions for great read alouds! Whether you are teaching preK or 5th grade, there is something for every level on this list.By October 29, 2011
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Build Your Community! A Third Grade Social Studies Unit on Communities
We all live in communities and depend on community members for many reasons! But how can we teach our students about the importance of community? What types are there? What do they have in common? Find out in this unit of study, where...By October 26, 2011
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Spring Lessons for the Elementary Grades
Spring is a time of awakening, and there is no better way to awaken the interest of your students than by using unique lessons and activities. Here, we have collected the best that Bright Hub has to offer for spring.By October 25, 2011
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Map Skills Guide for Elementary School Educators
Teach your students map skills with easy lessons and activities. Students will learn about cardinal directions, how to read and create a map, how to use a compass rose and much more.By October 16, 2011
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Fall Harvest Fun: A Guide to Lesson Plans for Grades K-2
Pumpkins, apples and falling leaves all come to mind when we think of the fall season. Use this guide to fall and harvest-themed lesson plans for grades K-2 to find some great ideas for lessons to complement your autumn curriculum.By October 15, 2011
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Bulletin Boards Abound! Colorful Teaching Made Easy
Learn how to create bulletin boards that will energize and motivate your students. Here you will find a collection of great bulletin board ideas that might transform your thinking and enable you to uncover strategies for using one or more of the ideas...By October 13, 2011
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Chill Out with This Cool Snowman Unit
Bring a little magic into your students' lives this winter with a snowman unit and story that will brighten their day and warm their hearts. Children will learn the true meaning of friendship, have fun throwing snowballs and making snowmen while practicing...By October 7, 2011
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Bundle Up! An Elementary School Guide to Winter Resources
Take advantage of the excitement of the winter season and learn about the cold winter months with fun activities that will get your students warmed up to learning. No need to hibernate! Explore the winter season with this exceptional guide.By October 3, 2011
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It's Rhyme Time! Lessons in Rhyme
Lesson plans designed to teach rhyme are the subject of this educational guide. Teachers at all levels will find ideas they can easily incorporate into their own classroom setting.By September 30, 2011