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Snowmen, snowball fights, and snow forts are the fun stuff of winter. They make bundling up for the frigid temperatures worth it. No matter which snow activity is your favorite, all this winter fun starts with the same basic building block- the snowflake. Why not take advantage of the season of snow and study snowflake science? Snowflakes are just one form of precipitation that falls to the Earth as part of the water cycle. When the temperatures are above freezing, it rains. When the temps get close to and below freezing, it snows.  Let’s start this study of snowflake science...

What are instructional scaffolds? Instructional scaffolds are temporary tools that help students move from what they already know to what they cannot yet do on their own. Think of them as you would training wheels. A child may be able to ride a tricycle, but just doesn’t have the balance yet to ride a bicycle. Training wheels are a tool that helps the child bridge the gap between the two types of cycles. What are some examples of these types of tools? Some of our favorites are: Auditory Feedback Phones: We find this device particularly helpful for students who cannot...

 MATH NUMBER RECOGNITION IN KINDERGARTENThese Number Sticker Books make assessing number recognition fun! Number recognition is a key standard in Kindergarten. These number booklets help you assess your students' learning. Simply place a sticker in the dot (or color it in, stamp it, or highlight it) when a number is mastered. This makes a great way for teachers to track which numbers students recognize and which ones need some more practice. These number booklets are great motivators for your students, as well! It's easy for students to see their progress, and motivates them to work hard to complete their books!  This...

About the BookBook: She Is My ChildAuthor: Tammy CoulterGenre: MemoirRelease date: June 7, 2022In 2007, fourteen-month-old Ava was diagnosed with Morquio Syndrome, a rare, progressive, genetic disorder for which there was no treatment. The jarring news left her mother Tammy reeling and wondering what the future held for her daughter. As the days following the diagnosis blurred together, Tammy saw two paths before her—fall apart or fall into the arms of the Lord. For a time, she did both, struggling with her emotions one moment, feeling God’s peace the next, all while continuing to care for her young family. Slowly,...

School lunch is an important part of the students' day. It provides a much-needed break from the classroom and an opportunity to refuel. However, the quality and variety of the menu can vary greatly depending on which part of the globe we look at. Some schools, for example, have been trying to improve the nutritional value of their lunches by adding more fruits and veggies, reducing the amount of processed foods, and offering options for eaters with dietary restrictions. These efforts can help to ensure that students are getting what they need to stay active and focused. On the other...