Elementary School Education

Book ideas, sample questions, and a step-by-step guide on how to start a book club for your child.

Want a science fair project using your pet? Full instructions for a quick and easy science experiment for elementary students.

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.

Recess was once an accepted part of a child's school day. With increasing pressures for academic success, many schools are cutting or eliminating play time in favor of rigorous academic pursuits. Many schools are built without playgrounds in cities like Chicago and Atlanta. Research shows recess actually boosts test scores and increases a child's attention span: some parent led initiatives are striving to bring recess back to American schools.

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

The four natural forces responsible for flight are explored in this article with activities and discussions

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.

Fun hands-on art lesson for early elementary children on painting a Christmas tree card in 45 minutes for Kindergarten,1st, and 2nd grade-level children. Use this with your class, homeschool, after-school program, or co-op!

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

Children become fluent in reading with practice, and these free, engaging reading games hold their attention and keep them motivated.

Are you unsure of how to support your student's reading ability outside of the classroom? Looking for some tips? Tired of being asked questions in this format? Look no further!

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.

Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader is a T.V. show quiz game 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.

You may remember the perceptual-motor program at elementary school: walking on the balance beam, crawling through wooden shapes, and skipping around traffic cones. It combined physical and mental tasks designed to enhance balance, coordination, and gross motor skills. It's time to bring it back!

Compete instructions on how to do a science fair project and set up a board. Includes pictures, examples, resources and step-by step original projects.

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