Recently added articles from Instructor (1990):
So much to do, so little time.(from the editors)
May 01, 2009; ... Those last weeks of school fly by so quickly, who couldn't use a little help? This issue is packed with teacher-tested end-of-year ideas that are sure to fit the bill. First off, our Summer Reading Special is filled with ways to keep kids reading and the book lists you'll need to make it ...
May is Asian/Pacific American heritage month.(NEWS FROM INSTRUCTOR)(www.scholastic.com)(Brief article)
May 01, 2009 ... Celebrate the achievements of Asian/Pacific Americans with your students using our new collection of exciting standards-based lesson plans now available on www.scholastic.com/dreamincolor. In partnership with Target and the Smithsonian Institution, Scholastic is featuring these valuable ...
Watch science videos.(grab your keyboard ...)(www.scholastic.com)(Brief article)
May 01, 2009 ... Looking for a way to get students interested in science? Turn to the Talking Science videos! The site has interviews with the American Museum of Natural History ...
Grade the environment.(grab your keyboard ...)(teacher.scholastic.com/activities/explorations/kerc/ )(Brief article)
May 01, 2009 ... It's the second annual Kids' Environmental Report Card! Last year more than 10,000 kids cast their votes; this year is even bigger! Read about urgent issues, including ...
Get summer reading tips.(grab your keyboard ...)(teacher.scholastic.com)(Brief article)
May 01, 2009 ... The same challenge every summer: How do you keep those eyes on the books, even as the beach beckons? Scholastic has assembled a whole host of enticements to encourage summer reading, including ...
Find career opportunities.(grab your keyboard ...)(www.scholastic.com/powerofeducation )(Brief article)
May 01, 2009 ... Preparing for a job interview? Maybe thinking about getting your M.A.? Scholastic and Argosy University teamed up to get you answers! Go to ...
Build fine motor skills.(grab your keyboard ...)(www.scholastic.com/kidscissors )(Brief article)
May 01, 2009 ... Snip, snip, snip ... get kids' hands on a pair of scissors! Studies show that when students participate in hands-on, tactile projects, learning and memory retention increase. Launching on May 20, ...
Share. connect. create.(SCHOLASTIC teacher share)(teachershare.scholastic.com )(Brief article)
May 01, 2009 ... Scholastic TeacherShare features a variety of resources for your classroom. With an easy-to-use search feature and new lessons being added all the time, the site is a great place to visit for last-minute ideas and new activities. In addition to accessing these resources, ...
One week and counting.(your career)(the last week of school)(Brief article)
May 01, 2009 ... It's the last week of school, and you've got about 100 things on your "to-do" list. It may seem like a lot to manage, but with proper planning and a positive attitude, it can be done! "This is your last chance to enjoy your students," says Missouri teacher Rebecca Leenerts. "You have to ...
How do you spend your summer?(your career)(teachers)(Brief article)
May 01, 2009 ... We asked teachers how they choose to spend the glorious days of June, July, and August! "I get together with my colleagues and map out the upcoming year. We have lunch, brew some good coffee, and talk for hours."--Shawn Knapp, New Milford, CT [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...
Q&A my assigned mentor often criticizes our school. How can I let people know I don't share his opinions?(your career)(Brief article)
May 01, 2009 ... "Your coworkers Likely know his feelings," says Instructor advisor Dr. Suzanne Tingley. "Take care not to repeat his criticisms and to stay positive in ...
Why I teach: six quotes to teach by clip them out and pass them to all the great teachers you know--including yourself, of course!(INSPIRATION TO GO)(Quotation)(Brief article)
May 01, 2009 ... "Our progress as a nation can be no swifter than our progress in education. The human mind is our fundamental resource." --JOHN F. KENNEDY Why I Teach "It is the supreme art of the eacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge." ...
Ask a psychologist.
May 01, 2009; ... Q One of my first graders steals little things from my classroom and her peers. At first I didn't worry since she seemed so sorry. But she's done it again and again. A I agree that such apparently impulsive and compulsive behavior shouldn't be ignored. Without knowing the child, ...
Mathematical masks.(Awesome end-of-the-year activities!)(teaching methods)(Brief article)
May 01, 2009; ... My students make masks decorated with exactly 100 items. From buttons and stars to paper clips and stickers, they ...
The author's chair.(ideaswap)(teaching methods)(Brief article)
May 01, 2009; ... Once all students complete their first piece of writing, we invite families to a publishing party. Each student takes a turn reading their work while sitting in a special chair. Once ...
Bubbalicious.(ideaswap)(teaching methods )(Brief article)
May 01, 2009; ... I store rewards for good behavior inside a gumball machine. I write phrases like "Sit by a friend for one day" or "Line Leader for one week" on slips of paper and store them inside clear prize containers. When a ...
Postcards from the edge.(ideaswap)(teaching methods)(Brief article)
May 01, 2009; ... If you're making travel plans for summer break, postcards can be a fun way to take your students along for the ride! I may not be Carmen Sandiego, but I do like to send "mystery" postcards to kids, asking "Where in the World Is Mrs ....
Metaphoric mother's day.(ideaswap)(teaching methods)(Brief article)
May 01, 2009; ... After working on metaphors and similes, I have my fifth graders write "Metaphoric Mom" poems for Mother's Day. For example: "My mother is as sweet as sugar. She is a pink frosted cupcake with sprinkles." "My mom is as strong as my dad. She is an Olympian." And my personal favorite: ...
Remember with flowers.(ideaswap)(teaching methods)(Brief article)
May 01, 2009; ... For Memorial Day, we make red poppies--a symbol of the holiday. We use green chenille sticks for stems, green construction paper for leaves, and red tissue paper for ...
Trailing along.(ideaswap)(teaching methods)(Brief article)
May 01, 2009 ... When the weather warms up, it's time for a hike! My kindergartners participate in a district-wide trail walk, which includes students from kindergarten to high school. We're lucky enough to be ...