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Are All Students Really Protected at School?

Current laws do not protect all students: they leave out LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) boys and girls. Unfortunately, this leads to pain -- and even an upswing in suicide. Read this article to determine how you might be able to help.

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Literature Circles: Roles Students Assume

What teacher doesn't want to spark enthusiasm in her/his students when it comes to the love of reading? When students are involved in literature circles, they experience a whole new reason for wanting to read.

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Roman Numerals and the Super Bowl Are a Good Match for Math

Students must be able to interpret Roman numerals since they are used in many facets of daily living. The Super Bowl provides the perfect time to spark interest. Click here for more information on Roman numerals.

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New Teachers: Be Ready for Fire Drills!

As I new teacher, I was visited by and "tricked" by local firefighters during our monthly fire drills. Read this article to learn how you can prepare for school fire drills ahead of time.

Looking for Real Life Data?

Teachers often say they want to relate math to real life, using real data. However, they rarely know where to find applicable data for students to use. This blog entry shares details about an excellent online data source. The best part is that it is free!

Decide Ahead of Time That You Won't Let Stress Get You This Year!

Before the students even arrive, some teachers have already reached high stress levels. Read "Six Ways to Minimize Stress from the Start" for tips on how to start off on the right foot this school year.

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Are You Having Trouble Getting Students' Attention?

Students need to listen or they won't learn anything. It is the teacher's job to command attention in the classroom. The students will be willing participants, once you have established a set routine. Read "If Students Aren't Listening, They Aren't Learning" for tips on how to make students listen.

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Restructuring Your Teaching Style Mid-Career

As the common core standards take root in schools across the United States, many teachers find themselves faced with a mid-career teaching style change. The blog entry about components of a successful teaching style discusses some positive aspects a teacher could focus on to find success.

Count down to the first day of school

For our family today marked just one month before school starts. We're beginning these fun activities to Count Down to the First Day of School.

12 Weeks of Summer Scrapbook Ideas

School is out and kids are looking for fun activities while parents are hoping to help kids avoid brain drain over the summer. Try 12 Weeks of Summer Scrapbook Ideas to encourage writing, organizing and creativity over the summer.