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Dear We Are Teachers, It’s my first year at a new school, but my 7th year overall. I love my new school, but the one hangup I have is their personal day policy. You have to fill out a Google Form (which is fine), but there is a checklist for “Reason for Absence” with options […]
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Looking for the best poems for 4th graders? We’ve put together a great list of poetry you can use in your classroom lessons. This collection of poetry covers a wide variety of topics and ranges from simple sweetness to more complex prose. With options for different reading levels, you’ll find something for every student! FREE
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Since Mother’s Day is right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about ways to celebrate the maternal figures in your students’ lives. While tried-and-true crafts that involve flowers or homemade cards are included here, so are some more unconventional ways to celebrate. Kids can make that beloved mother figure a video letting her
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April Fools’ Day is the perfect opportunity to share a few laughs with your students—ones they’ll remember for years to come. But let’s face it: Not all pranks are created equal. As teachers, we know the importance of keeping things lighthearted without crossing any lines. While some pranks can bring joy and foster a stronger
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When you go on break, you deserve to get as far away from school stressors as you’d like. Sadly, the cost of traveling might not always get you very far, between flights, food, car rentals, and… the dreaded cost of lodging. Teachers who choose to book their stay through Hotels.com, though, can enjoy a discount
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There’s something so sweet about poems for 3rd graders. The kids are ready to tackle more complex themes and vocabulary, but the poetry is still so endearing and innocent. We’ve put together a list of engaging poems that will delight and spark a conversation among your 3rd grade students. FREE PRINTABLE Free Poetry Worksheet Bundle
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It’s hard to describe how a good companion can change our lives. We may have family, but we don’t choose them. We choose friends, and sometimes they become our family. Knowing you’ve got someone by your side makes journeying through life a little easier. Here are some of the best poems about friendship to share
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After weeks of prepping for a research paper—choosing topics, gathering sources, and writing outlines—it was finally time for my 9th graders to type their first drafts. To my shock, over half the class opened Google Docs on their phones instead of using their laptops. When I asked why, nearly all replied, “I can text faster
Art is about expressing your individuality, but you can also make something pretty incredible when people pool their talents. Group art projects give kids a chance to work together, putting their strengths to work. These collaborative art projects work for kids, teens, and adults alike while providing results everyone can be proud of. Whether you’re
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Friendship is undoubtedly one of life’s most rewarding treasures. From our earliest years in school, as we learn to get along with others, through adolescence, early adulthood, and every stage of life, friendships teach us, nurture us, and bring us some of life’s greatest joys. Since understanding the value of friendship begins early, we’ve gathered
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