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How to Write the Lesson Plan Introduction
Introducing a new lesson to a group of students can make a huge difference in the student's understanding.
How to Write a Lesson Plan Objective
A well written lesson objective can make the difference between a successful lesson plan and a poorly prepared lesson.
Teaching Students About the Nobel Peace Prize
With the announcement that President Barack Obama won the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize, students may become more interested in this highly esteemed award.
Thanksgiving Books for Teachers
When teaching about Thanksgiving, using age appropriate books can increase student interest in the lesson.
Lesson Plan for Obama's Speech to Students
President Obama plans to give an unprecedented speech to the Nation's students on September 8, 2009.
Lessons on Copyright Infringement
Teachers need to be aware of the seriousness of copyright infringements and lead by example to prevent plagiarism in the classroom.
Teach Students How to Think
By attending to the four levels of thought in a lesson, teachers can insure the most thorough lesson possible and ensure the highest student achievement.
Curriculum Mapping Basics
Curriculum mapping provides teachers an outline of the lessons they need to teach over the course of a year and cuts down on the amount of time teachers spend planning.
Student Assessment Creates the Lesson Objective
When writing a lesson plan, if you do not know what you want the students to accomplish, you will not be able to write an effective lesson objective.
Lesson Plan Ideas for Earth Day
Earth Day lesson plans teach children about taking care of the earth and being responsible citizens.
How to Create Motivating Math Activities
Students who struggle with their math skills often lack the motivation necessary to raise their grades. These math activities can help reverse this problem.
How to Make Math Class Fun
Many students dislike math class, a fact that can be rectified through a few simple strategies that teachers can employ when planning and teaching math lessons.
Making Reading Comprehension Fun
By making reading comprehension activities more enjoyable, students will learn to enjoy reading.
Raising Elementary Math Scores
Looking at statistical differences in math scores based on different variables helps teachers know what teaching strategies to use in math class.
Bulletin Board for Black History Month
Use a bulletin board space in your classroom to teach and reinforce lessons about African American's during Black History Month.
Lessons for Black History Month
Allow students to connect to slave children through the songs and games they played.
Lesson on Underground Railroad
Teach students about slavery during Black History Month by having them write an essay about the Underground Railroad.
Saint Patrick's Day Bulletin Board Ideas
Teach students about Saint Patrick's Day with colorful and educational bulletin board displays.
Teaching about Saint Patrick's Day
March seventeenth is celebrated as Saint Patrick's Day in honor of the patron Saint of Ireland.
Winter Bulletin Board Ideas
Help students stay focused on learning through winter themed bulletin board displays in the classroom.
Lesson Ideas for President's Day
Have students take responsibility for their own learning as you teach about each president this February.
Valentine's Day Math Lessons
Create Valentine's Day themed math lessons and activities to keep students engaged and learning.
Valentine's Day Writing Lessons
Use Valentine's Day as an opportunity to teach students different forms of poetry, while at the same time finding new ways to have them practice their writing skills.
Lesson on Obama Inauguration
Use these lesson ideas to teach your students about the first African-American becoming the President of the United States of America.
Teaching about Current Events
Students can be encouraged to learn about current events when a teacher brings the news into the classroom.