Does Handwriting Matter?
I remember reading that schools were starting to abandon handwriting and it left my mind unsettled. My intuition told me that handwriting was important but my logic couldn't tell me…
STEM Training Opportunity
Immersion, a program of JASON Learning, seeks to help all kids share the adventure, excitement, and learning involved in real scientific discovery, to help them succeed academically, and to inspire them to pursue careers in science and related fields. Program materials include interdisciplinary activities, an interactive website, expedition videos, and live webcasts.
Fun Science Activities for All Ages
The Hartford YMCA on Broad Street had a very exciting science workshop!!! The workshop covered fun science activities for grades Pre-K thru 8th grade. We learned how far a fired…
1…2…3… It’s Math!
More than 70 math games, puzzles, and projects from all over the world are included in this delightful book for kids.
The Ten-Minute Trainer
From author, trainer and veteran teacher Sharon Bowman, comes The Ten-Minute Trainer. An awesome guide for anyone who wants to spark engagement and learning in the right amount of time.
Be Media-Smart
An engaging and exciting curriculum to help youth understand the complex media world around them. Media-Smart Youth: Eat, Think and Be Active! is a fully equipped curriculum with Facilitator’s Guide, a companion DVD and Video with pre and post curriculum activities.
How Wolves Can Save an Ecosystem
This amazing video describes how the wolves brought balance back to the environment...they actually changed a river! In 1995, 14 gray wolves were released into Yellowstone National park amid…
Using Self-Control
This resource is one of four books in the “Social Skills Curriculum Activities Library”. The CT After School Network houses the Ready-to-Use, Social Skills Lessons and Activities for Grades 1-3 and for Grades 4-6.
Bullying Stops Here
Bullying is a big problem in schools today. 77% percent of students are bullied mentally, physically or verbally. 1 in 4 teachers see nothing wrong with bullying and will only intervene 4% of the time.
In The Bully Free Classroom, Allan Beane spells out more than 100 prevention and intervention strategies (more…)