After School Activities

Third grade is a magical year, in part because it is the year when most students are finally able to read and write fluently and expressively. While traditional "get to know you" active games are always popular, take advantage of the skill level of third graders by also preparing some back-to-school activities that include reading and... more »

Most preschool-aged children have a favorite Teddy bear. Incorporating Teddy bears into nursery-school activities is not only exciting for the children, but it also helps them want to learn since they can share their education with their special stuffed friend. Teddy bear days are quite common in nursery schools, and they are... more »

Language arts classrooms of old were places full of spelling bees, sentence diagramming and reading aloud. Today's language arts classroom has activities geared toward cooperative learning, student-centered instruction and knowledge of diverse learning styles. When choosing activities for the language arts classroom, it's most... more »

The first day of school can be nerve-racking for anyone. Teachers often feel the need to intimidate and impress their students, and students feel the need to impress their peers and teachers. This article will discuss several first day of school activities that can break the ice. It's especially important to create a warm and... more »

Teaching, like nursing, is a profession typically characterized by high turnover rates and difficult recruitment. It is an essential role in a society, but a generally thankless one in terms of financial benefit and status. Though teaching generally requires a bachelor's degree or better, teachers' incomes are usually not... more »