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Explore creative and meaningful ways to show teacher appreciation in 2025

Teachers tie shoes, dry tears, and calm fears. They lead, guide, supervise, advocate, and negotiate. They do all th...

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Let them get dirty: The educational benefits of outdoor adventures for kids

Outdoor time is more than recess—it's a rich environment for developing skills in observation, language, and proble...

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Spring into learning with hands-on activities for grade school-aged children

Spring is such a wonderful time for kids to enjoy hands-on learning in the great outdoors! The possibilities are ne...

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Teaching kids kindness is kind of awesome

Uncover 'kinds of kindness' activities to enhance empathy in children. Great for preschool settings and encouraging kindness in young learners. Kindness is an important part of early childhood education, playing a key role in shaping young minds.

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Online Homeschool Programs: A Guide for Parents

Online Homeschool Programs: A Guide for Parents. Find criteria for the best online homeschool programs for a flexible, engaging education.

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Teachers: Revamping K-3 lesson plans can help captivate kids

Discover fresh ideas for teachers to revamp lesson plans for K-3! Explore engaging classroom activities, innovative strategies, and fun resources to inspire your students.