by Yvonne Crawford | Apr 22, 2021 | Around the World, Social Studies, Teaching Tips
Learning about different cultures and countries is important to children. It gives students a more global perspective and helps to build tolerance. 1. Learn about a new country each week – There are 195 countries in the world. Imagine how many...
by Brian Crawford | Apr 19, 2021 | Around the World, Free Activities, Social Studies
It is always useful and important for children to learn about how different people live around the world. An understanding of different cultures and traditions can help kids gain an appreciation of different types of people. And finding out how people from around the...
by Yvonne Crawford | Apr 16, 2021 | Around the World, Social Studies
Have you ever wondered what school life is for kids in France? Here are some things I learned about France when I used to live here. Please remember all schools are slightly different, but here are my experiences. 1. 2 hour lunch – Yes you read...
by Brian Crawford | Apr 13, 2021 | Around the World, Free Activities, Social Studies
In Canada’s province of Alberta, Canada, students in the third grade (or, as said in Canada, grade three) study a selection of diverse countries as part of their social studies curriculum. This is called Communities in the World, and includes the countries of India,...
by Yvonne Crawford | Apr 9, 2021 | Around the World
The Czech Republic is a country located in central Europe. Its capital is the beautiful city of Prague which is donned with breathtaking architecture and one of the most Instagram-worthy picture sites of Prague castle. But what do you know about...
by Brian Crawford | Apr 13, 2020 | Language Arts, Reading, Teaching Resources
I’ve put together a fun & free little workbook to teach kids the importance of sheltering in place to protect friends and family from the coronavirus. There’s a short story with definitions for some of the words they may have heard, plus some...
