November can be a tricky time in the classroom. We’re right in the middle of the holidays, with the excitement…
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My Favorite Ways to Teach Canadian Coins
Isn’t it amazing how using actual coins has become almost like a lost art, like reading an analog clock? When…
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September Activities to Engage Students During the Start of the Year
As the school year kicks off and the excitement of a new beginning fills the air, there’s something special about…
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How to Teach an Engaging First Grade Science Curriculum
First graders are brimming with excitement for learning! Their wide-eyed eagerness to discover new things makes every lesson an adventure….
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Diving into a Year of Exploration in Third Grade Science
Third graders are such eager learners! It’s one of the many things I absolutely love about working with this age…
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The Best Science Supplies for Hands-On Learning
It’s finally the day! You have written out the directions and prepped for the experiment your kiddos will complete in…
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Integrating Media Literacy In The Elementary Classroom
How young do we NEED to start teaching media literacy? This question popped into my head the other night when…
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3 Terry Fox Activities to Inspire Your Students
“Anything is possible if you try. Dreams are made possible if you try,” said Terry Fox, the inspiration for the…
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Fun and Engaging Activities for Teaching Forces Causing Movement
I love teaching science, but sometimes it can be difficult to find fun and engaging science activities that can be…
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The Fascinating World of Materials, Objects, and Everyday Structures
We are all a little guilty of not following the saying, “Stop and smell the roses.” No shame at all!…
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Fun Ways to Teach Needs and Characteristics of Living Things
As a teacher, it can really be stressful trying to incorporate science standards like Needs and Characteristics of Living Things…
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Energy in Our Lives – Grade One Ontario Science Curriculum
When I first began to teach about Energy in Our Lives, I got really nervous! There are so many smaller…
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