Elementary School

As our society confronts a nationwide teacher shortage, we’re in for a rocky time. We’ll finally need to grapple with how poorly we’ve treated educators: paying them too little, demanding too much, and giving them no respect. Parents will need to step up and get involved in a new and profound way.

Reviews, written by a children’s librarian, of 10 of the best kid-friendly books about high-achieving people who are also dealing with disabilities.

A children’s librarian reviews 16 of the best kid-friendly books about people who have improved our world with their creativity and problem-solving skills. From telephones to popsicles; from stoplights to little libraries, you’ll find topics to pull children in to reading.

Thorough reviews of 20 of the best nonfiction books about people who have worked for equal rights, equal opportunity, and equal treatment. Includes biographies of notable people and accounts of social justice movements.

The purchase of a children's book is a commitment. Not only financially or because it's one more item to dust, but more importantly because you may be forced to read it multiple times. These books will make both you and your littles laugh :)

If you know a child who loves the "Dog Man" books, this article provides descriptions and reviews of 10 books that are similar to those in the "Dog Man" series by Dav Pilkey.

Here are some resources that can be used at home to investigate some key areas of mathematics with your children. The explorations are open-ended.

This article includes a roundup of sites that have free, high-quality children’s books that are easy to access right from the web.

Make homeschooling more fun with this interactive activity for learning about the solar system. Kids will decorate cupcakes to resemble the planets and the sun, discovering facts about each planet along the way.

A children’s librarian provides thorough reviews of the best narrative nonfiction books for children in grades K–3. She points out special aspects of the books that would be of interest to teachers and parents.

These are a couple of fun and beautiful projects to make with elementary-aged kids at home in the style of Claude Monet.

Homework time can be a stressful experience for all involved. However, there are a few simple tips to make this activity easier to process.

Modern technology can distract children and teens away from reading, but don’t despair. There are ways you can encourage young folk to pick up a book.

A list of Indian authors to whom you must introduce your child!

These 10 great books to share with your kids for Valentine's Day should be at the top of your holiday list this year. They teach concepts like sharing, showing love, cooperation, being a good friend, and more. You and your kids are sure to enjoy them.

One of the best things about Christmastime is all of the great books you get to read about the snow, snowmen, Santa, and hibernation, etc. You'll want to check out these 10 great books to read with your kids in December for some beautiful picks, great authors, and creatively funny stories.

"Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?" is a TV game show quiz that can be integrated into your lesson plan at school or even played at home. Children of elementary and even middle school ages can learn a lot of general knowledge topics, helping them turn into well-rounded, educated world citizens.

Four simple activities for fourth-grade students to explore science, technology, engineering, and math concepts.

The child has worked hard learning short vowel words. Now, we are going to change the game a bit and explain what happens when we add silent "e" to the end of the word.

Sight words are words used frequently, but may not necessarily be easy to sound out using phonics. Learn how to teach sight words to your young children so they can start reading fluently.

Acellus can be a little confusing to navigate. This guide will help a parent of an existing student navigate the “View Student Progress” section and subsections.

A Cornish Rex named Purrloom Popcorn struggles with adapting to his new family and their house full of ghosts.

My review of the Multiplication Machine: a multiplication-learning tool that lies somewhere between vintage and modern.

Friendships between all kinds of animals helps our ecosystems in a variety of fascinating ways. 'Amazing Animal Friendships: Odd Couples in Nature' is filled with fun facts and is a great teaching tool for science classrooms.

In this article you will learn some tips and tricks of how to successfully teach children how to work in the kitchen.

This slime changes color with the temperature, due to heat-sensitive pigment embedded in the recipe.

Explore science and engineering activities geared for third-grade students using inexpensive and accessible materials. Lava lamps, helicopters, and marble mazes allow young scientists to explore!

Are you trying to teach geography to your kids at home, or are you homeschooling and looking to incorporate geography into your lesson? These ideas can make teaching geography fun and easy.

Who knew that pizza could be a peacemaker? A sneeze turns the word "peace" into the word "pizza" in Mom's wish for peace, and everyone enjoys pizza from the sky instead of fighting and arguing.

It is never too early to introduce our environment to children. The care of our environment is a hot topic and children notice all kinds of changes. Has your child experienced foggy weather?

Is your child ready for a pet? This delightful read aloud teaches that pets need a lot of care. You probably aren't getting a lion, but this book teaches the general theme of pet care.

What is that awful smell? Lady Pancake and Sir French Toast are off on their next adventure to solve the mystery of a terrible odor in the fridge. A lesson of compassion is part of the solution.

Elly and the Smelly Sneaker is a great story for girls looking for their "girl power." If you have a girl ages 6-10, this is fun to read aloud.

Trying to teach your kids about "wants" versus "needs"? The popular Okee Dokee brothers are back with a fun picture book that parents will find useful in teaching the important lesson about the topic of wants vs. needs. What do your children wish for? What do they need?

This article breaks down the Schema Theory and its application to reading comprehension.

Grocery shopping is such a mundane activity that I didn't consider spending extra time there on a field trip. However, our trip to Publix proved me wrong!

"A Servant Like Jesus" is a Christian children's book aimed at teaching how one can and should help others. What are the pros and cons of this book? What is the ideal audience? Learn more by reading this article.

Hook kids into reading with these booktalks for some of the best graphic novels for children. Reluctant readers especially like this format which is akin to a longer comic book.

Looking for good Halloween books for your kids? Parents who were children in the late 50s and early 60s will remember the classic folk tale of the teeny tiny woman and her bone. "A Teeny Tiny Halloween" brings back memories with this new book you can read to YOUR children!

Do you have a future architect in your family? This engaging set with a book and included accessories will inspire little builders.

Young children often experience separation anxiety when attending childcare or school. An engaging story of a pup's mom that returns is a great tool for talking with your child about their fears.

Want to help your child learn to make independent decisions? Peer pressure can begin as early as the preschool and kindergarten years. Choosing fun read-aloud books to discuss this concept can benefit your child when they encounter their first social groups.

Popular cartoon characters are often a fun way for girls to relate to when looking for a feeling of empowerment. Kathryn Lasky brings a cartoon character to life in this story of friendship.

Immersion education may have become all the rage, but what is it really like to send your child to a school where everyone speaks a foreign language? This is our family's story.

Today, elementary school teachers are under enormous pressure to assess their students' progress and comply to Common Core standards. In the process of doing this, though, they can neglect the whole child (body, mind, and spirit) and that's when parents need to step in and advocate for their kids.

Can your child build a robot? Science Day at school brings the chance for children to create all sorts of things. This fun read-aloud can inspire young children to invent something of their own.

Spice up your spooky fiction booktalks with audience participation. Here you’ll find ideas for ways to get the children involved along with complete booktalks for several kids’ spooky fiction books.

If you're like me, you fondly recall the perceptual-motor program at your school: walking on a balance beam, crawling through tunnels, and skipping around cones. It was not only fun but enhanced your balance, coordination, and gross motor skills. It's now time for parents to demand its return.

A longtime educator explains why Zoo-phonics is ideal for parents who want to teach their children how to read. It combines movement, music, and games that promote the foundation of early reading.

Complete, detailed instructions, links, and videos for easy and practical science fair project for 5th to 8th grade students.