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How to do a successful fundraiser for your organization, school, or club.

By kross831

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You'll learn how your organization can participate in a very profitable fundraiser by promoting the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King. Great opportunity for clubs, schools, bands, radio stations etc... to sell an item that raises awareness and ... more »

How to Do Well in School

By mdeans

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So you want to be a top performer in the 8th grade. With a few basic rules and some key support methods you should be well on your way to the honor roll!.. more »

How to Download 100th Day of School Lesson Plans

By Amanda Morin

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It can be incredibly time-consuming to create lesson plans for every unit and every special day. The great thing about teaching thematic units is that teachers all over the nation have taught similar units and are willing to share their lesson ... more »

How to Earn National Teacher's Certification

By eHow Education Editor

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National Teacher's Certification is offered by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. Their objective is to hold teachers to a high professional standard, which will ultimately improve classroom instruction and consequently ... more »

How to Edit a Short Story

By Brian Thompson

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Here are some simple steps to remember when editing a student’s short story or even your own... more »

How to Encourage Creativity in Gifted Students

By eHow Education Editor

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When you have a class of 40 kids to look after, it can be tough nurturing your creative students. But by finding ways to encourage their creativity, you guide them to future excellence. Without your encouragement, they will get bored and flounder ... more »

How to Encourage Student Reading

By akaplan

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Ideally, every student would be motivated to read for the sheer intrinsic pleasure of the activity. Unfortunately, this is not always the case, and many schools’ ELA curricula require students to fulfill certain reading goals. The following are ... more »

How to Encourage Young Teenage Students to Dress Modestly

By eHow Education Editor

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Peer pressure strongly affects the choices of young adults. In order to change the way teenagers dress, you must address their desire to fit in and help them see their worth as individuals. Showing students the effect that appearance plays in ... more »

How to Explain Something Clearly

By eHow Education Editor

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Explaining something clearly can be a challenge to anyone. You need to think about what you want to say and you need to explain it differently depending on whom you are explaining it to. Explaining a computer program to someone who doesn't ... more »

How to Fill 5 to 10 Minutes of Free Class Time

By Mandy Vemulapalli

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Most teachers are often faced with a few minutes of unplanned free time. This activity is a great way to keep your class occupied and engaged... more »

How to Find an Elementary Education Seminar

By eHow Education Editor

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Seminars in the field of elementary education are plentiful and varied. Whether you are looking for a semester-long seminar, afternoon workshop or an online class, there are a variety of places where you are sure to find results in your quest... more »

How to Find Elapsed Time (using a clock)

By Gershonah

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Sometimes students and adults are asked to determine how much time has elapsed from one time of the day to another time of the day. This simple procedure works well in my classroom. Other teachers have asked me to explain it to them so that ... more »

How to find good tv shows for kids

By nick582

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would you like some ideas on what to let your kids watch, then..... more »

How to Find Parts of Speech in Text

By eHow Education Editor

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Teach your students the parts of speech in a more creative way by encouraging them to focus on content. All too often, teachers hand out lists of nouns, adjectives or verbs and instruct students to locate them in text simply by finding exact ... more »

How to Find Scanned Copy of the Book Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

By byllz

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With the vast majority of resource online. Parents can now save money purchasing the required books for their children. Follow these steps to find a audio and readable copy of Pride and Prejudice... more »

How to find the glue for sticky notes

By amy5584

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We've all wondered where that sticky note glue came from and how we can get our hands on it. LOOK NO FURTHER... more »

How to Follow Copyright Law for Classrooms

By eHow Education Editor

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One of the challenges for teachers is following federal copyright law for educational purposes. Students and teachers can use a variety of preprinted or recorded material as long as its purpose falls within copyright guidelines. Copyright laws ... more »

How to Follow Special Education Laws

By eHow Education Editor

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IDEA, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, was signed into law in 1997. This program strengthens the academic expectations and accountability of PL94142, The Education of All Handicapped Children Act of 1975. Special Education laws ... more »

How to Fund a Charter School

By eHow Education Editor

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Before a charter school can begin operation it must have the funds to cover bills, salaries, supplies and the cost of a building as well as its maintenance. Follow these steps to find the money you need to start a charter school... more »

How to Get a Student to Stop Calling People Names

By eHow Education Editor

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Reprimanding a student who calls another student names can prove tricky. The disciplinary action must discourage the offender from retaliating against the other student. However, you can't let the misbehavior continue on and must find a way to ... more »

How to Get an Educational Grant for a School

By eHow Education Editor

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Grants can meant thedifference between success and failure for businesses and schools. Many schools are dependent upon educational grants as a part of their funding. Use these steps to learn how to apply for educational grants for your school... more »

How to get an Emergency Teacher Certification

By eHow Education Editor

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"Emergency teacher certification" is a term that was used in the 1980s when there appeared to be a shortage of teachers. Nowadays, it's commonly called "alternative route." Taking an alternative route to becoming a licensed teacher holds ... more »

How to Get Charter School Grants

By eHow Education Editor

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Starting a charter school takes a lot of work and a lot of money. One way to help making funding your charter school easier is to apply for education grants that are designed especially for charter schools. You can also apply for grants that are ... more »

How to Get Control Over a Classroom

By Jeanne Grunert

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Veteran teachers use a variety of sound and visual cues to impose discipline upon an unruly class. Whether you’re a new teacher just starting your teaching career this fall or a seasoned educator looking for new ideas to call a class to order, ... more »

How to Get Free Fire Safety DVD for Teachers and Students

By missforty

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The U.S. Fire Administration provides fun and educational materials free of charge... more »

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