Author: Matthew Lynch
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15 Picture Books to Celebrate Summer
Celebrate the sunshine with these recent children’s books about summer as the days grow longer and the temperature rises. On June 21, the summer solstice occurs! Summer ... -
5 Ways to Teach Students How to Discover the Author’s Purpose
The acronym PIE (persuade, inform, and entertain) and the cutesy anchor charts that go along with it are undoubtedly already familiar to anyone who teaches pupils about ... -
6 Benefits to Increasing Teacher Pay
The poor remuneration for teachers is nothing new. Teachers have protested low pay at state capitals around the nation, and the issue has influenced presidential candidates’ ... -
How to Make Kinetic Sand
My son has picked up a new obsession, playing with kinetic sand. There is something about playing with this wet moldable sand that he absolutely loved. ... -
Healthy Snacks for Kids
Are you looking for healthy snacks for your kids? Check out some recipes from our favorite parent bloggers. Easy Peel Hard Boiled Eggs Whole-boiled eggs are a ... -
Lego Organization and Storage Ideas
I have a 5, going on 6-year-old son who loves building things with Legos. The only issue is that he leaves his Legos all over the ... -
First Grade Writing Prompts
Children sometimes need a prompt to spark their imagination. Getting a first grader to write a short story or even a few sentences can be tricky, ... -
25 Science Trivia Facts to Spark Student Curiosity
Science is varied and has become a much-loved subject of education. You should encourage your students to explore science with simple trivia facts. When students learn ... -
50 Questions to Ask Elementary Kids to Check In
It’s difficult to know the thoughts of every student in your class. Some students are more open and upfront, whereas others are shy. Of course, in ... -
50 Creative Third Grade Writing Prompts
Third graders sometimes need a few writing prompts to kick-start their assignments. While third graders aren’t going to write the next big American novel, their work ...