 Reading
Spelling
Writing
Science
Math
Social Studies
Reading
"Balanced Literacy: Teaching the
Skills AND Thrills of Reading"
In a truly balanced literacy program, how you teach is
as important as what you teach.
"Preventing
Reading Failure"
In this Q&A article, learn how you can prevent students'
reading failure by providing the most effective reading
instruction.
Spelling
"Why Direct Spelling
Instruction Is Important"
Barbara Foorman, researcher and Scholastic Spelling
Senior Author, makes the case for explicit spelling
instruction.
"Spelling
and the ESL Child"
Find out how to help ESL students see themselves as
able to read, spell, and write in English.
Writing
"Creating a Productive
Writing Environment"
Can writing really flourish in classrooms that are mutually
designed by teachers and children?
"The
Tools You Need to Assess Writing"
To thoughtfully evaluate students' creative writing,
you must start where they are and then read beneath
the surface. Here's some hands-on help for getting started.
Science
"Start with Science"
Teachers all across the country are using science as
a starting point for cross-curricular learning. In this
article, find out how you can be part of the adventure.
"Discovering
Science in Nature"
Rich outdoor science excursions can foster the development
of young scientists across the country.
Math
"7 Basics for Teaching Arithmetic
Today"
Arithmetic skills are necessary life tools that children
must learn. Learn some sure-fire teaching techniques
for your classroom.
"7
Musts for Using Manipulatives"
In this article, find out why one teacher who has used
math manipulatives for over 30 years won't teach without
them.
Social
Studies
"How and Why I Teach with Historical
Fiction"
Historical fiction can be the spice in a balanced instructional
diet of history, fact, and fiction.
"Teaching
Kids the Gentle Art of Persuasion"
Learning to express ideas with clarity and to speak
persuasively should be a central goal in every social
studies classroom.
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