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3 ways to create a more positive classroom

3 ways to create a more positive classroom

by Yvonne Crawford | Apr 21, 2021 | Teaching Tips

Through my years as a teacher I’ve felt that some of the classes I taught were a bit more positive than others.  I then became aware of actively trying to create a more positive atmosphere.  Just by doing small things to change the vibe in a...
We’re presenting at the TPT 2021 Conference and Annual Trade Show

We’re presenting at the TPT 2021 Conference and Annual Trade Show

by Brian Crawford | Apr 20, 2021 | News

We’re excited to share some cool news with you. We will be presenting at the TPT 2021 Conference and Annual Trade Show this coming July! Originally, we planned to head to Boston to present at the conference in person (albeit socially distanced, and...
Free country comparison activity for kids in the United States

Free country comparison activity for kids in the United States

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...
5 facts about going to school as a kid in France

5 facts about going to school as a kid in France

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...
3 benefits of asynchronous learning

3 benefits of asynchronous learning

by Yvonne Crawford | Apr 15, 2021 | Digital Learning, Teaching Tips

While most of us teach online classes synchronously because of the real-time feedback, there are many benefits to use asynchronous lessons as well.  In case you are new to online learning and you don’t know what asynchronous means, it means that the teacher...
10 end of the school year reflection questions to ask your students

10 end of the school year reflection questions to ask your students

by Yvonne Crawford | Apr 14, 2021 | End of the Year

It’s great for students to be able to process things that have happened each school year.  Here are 10 reflection questions you can ask your students at the end of the year to help them process this school year. 1. What major accomplishment did you achieve...
Free Alberta Social Studies: Communities in the World comparison activity

Free Alberta Social Studies: Communities in the World comparison activity

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,...
5 ways to spice up your online lessons

5 ways to spice up your online lessons

by Yvonne Crawford | Apr 12, 2021 | Digital Learning, Teaching Tips

Wondering how to spice up your on-line lessons?  Here are a few ways you can do just that. 1.  Use a shared Google Doc – One of the easiest ways to get your students to be engaged in their online lesson is to use a shared Google Doc.  If...
5 facts about going to school as a kid in the Czech Republic

5 facts about going to school as a kid in the Czech Republic

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...
3 tips to teach students how to write to teachers

3 tips to teach students how to write to teachers

by Yvonne Crawford | Apr 8, 2021 | Teaching Tips

Now that many schools have been either online or partially online for over a year, we can reflect on changes we need to improve our educational system.  I’ve received a lot of emails from my students during this past year and I have come to realize that we...
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