And…3 Gifts to Avoid! Figuring out what to get your child’s teacher for the holidays, Teacher Appreciation Week, or “just because” can be challenging. Not only do you want the gift to be something that he or she will enjoy, but it also needs to fit within your budget. We took the guesswork out of…
Fun Ways to Celebrate Student Birthdays in the Classroom
The rules have changed for celebrating birthdays in the classroom. Cupcake parties have, for the most part, been replaced by carrot sticks and low-fat ranch dressing. As teachers, there is little you can do about changing school district policies, and in some cases, you may not want to bring back those sugar-laden celebrations. How do…
Five Cinco de Mayo Activities for Students
What is Cinco de Mayo? Do your students know what the day commemorates? If not, a good starting point for the activities below would be a brief history of the day. In 1862, the Mexican army was involved in the Battle of Puebla with the French who were determined to occupy their country. Outnumbered two…