K-12 Articles
Character education is such a critical part of educating our young students and helping to shape the leaders of our tomorrow. Yet, in an era with the pressures of standardized testing, many elementary schools aren’t able to put much focus on teaching core values because there simply isn’t enough time in the school day! However, there are so many simple, time-friendly, and effective ways to present character education without taking valuable time from classroom instruction in core subjects.
Mon, 24 Aug 2009: Character Education Must Include A Focus On College Promotion
Dreams of higher learning can include trade or vocational schools where kids can have careers that use their hands as well as their minds! College Goals are Essential for Success
In an attempt to provide the added impetus for dreaming about college and careers, the Achiever McBeaver character education program & character education resources encourages children to focus on the future, reach for the stars, gain a vested interest in school, and develop obtainable career goals.
In an attempt to provide the added impetus for dreaming about college and careers, the Achiever McBeaver character education program & character education resources encourages children to focus on the future, reach for the stars, gain a vested interest in school, and develop obtainable career goals.
Thu, 16 Jul 2009: Why Character Education?
The Goal of Character Education is to raise children to become morally responsible, self-disciplined citizens. Problem solving, decision making, and conflict resolution are important parts of developing moral character. Schools teach value-free education. Schools teach values everyday by design or default.
Mon, 30 Mar 2009: Easter Games Make A Special Easter Treat
When Easter comes we know that kids want to have fun. The closer Easter gets, the more excited kids become. They want Easter fun and Easter treats. Easter games are a great way to give kids an Easter treat that's actually good for them.
Thu, 19 Mar 2009: Ready! Set! Go! Start Your Bilingual Journey Now!
Your child deserves the best early in life to compete globally in their adult years. Start the race now with fun, smiles and second language fun meant to prepare them for later language learning and many benefits in between.
Thu, 19 Mar 2009: Private Schools - Things to Consider Before You Enroll Your Child
If you have made the decision to enroll your child in a Toronto private school, you have taken a step towards providing your child with the best possible education.
Wed, 11 Mar 2009: What are Some Benefits of Private Education
Parents of young children have an important decision to make when it comes to their child's education. They must choose whether to put their child in one of the many Toronto private schools, or a public school.
Thu, 26 Feb 2009: What Does Music in Our Schools Mean to Your Child?
I do not recall as a teacher having anyone mention a designated Music In Our Schools month. Now that I am in the business of recording music for children, I hear about it annually. The month of March is meant to raise the awareness of the importance of music in our schools. Let us explore what the goal of MIOSM is and talk briefly about how our children can be touched and changed by music.
Thu, 26 Feb 2009: Prep Schools - What Are The Pros and Cons?
Canadian prep schools offer high school students a unique experience. Approximately six percent of all students in Canada attend prep school. In prep school, your child will get exposure to a wide variety of programs designed to make him or her a well rounded person.
Wed, 25 Feb 2009: Teens Help Fight Against Underage Drinking
Making the right choice for oneself is not always easy; and speaking out to others can even be more daunting.
Mon, 23 Feb 2009: Acquiring Reading Fluency: The Elementary Years
Reading fluency is a critical part of effective reading instruction. Parents and teachers can help improve reading scores by building reading fluency skills in their children.
Fri, 13 Feb 2009: Help Your Child Write an Essay: How to Organize Thoughts
Follow these simple instructions to help your child organize his thoughts and write a well-structured essay.
Sat, 7 Feb 2009: Reading Comprehension: Teach Your Child
Children often are so focused on "sounding out" words that they lose their understanding of what they have read. Here are some ways for parents to teach reading comprehension.
Thu, 5 Feb 2009: Three Things to Do as You Discover Languages with Young Children
Finding fun, affordable and practical things to do with young children is not always that easy. Then throw into the mix trying to incorporate other cultures and languages and the task becomes that more challenging. Uncover three easy and affordable things you can do today with your child to begin a second language journey.
Sun, 1 Feb 2009: How to Have a Positive Outcome in Your Child's IEP
Parents often complain that a school system was not responsive during an IEP. Taking some simple steps can make all the difference
Fri, 23 Jan 2009: What a Volunteer Program Does for a School
A school volunteer program enhances every aspect of the school environment.
Sat, 11 Oct 2008: Bringing Halloween Into The Classroom
Halloween provides a wonderful opportunity to motivate kids in the classroom. Halloween activities and Halloween games can be used in different subjects and will get kids performing enthusiastically in math, spelling, writing and reading.
Tue, 16 Sep 2008: Four Fun Activities for Kids to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
The celebration has begun! Hispanich Heritage Month runs September through October. Learn more about this month long celebration and get some cool ideas on ways to celebrate with young children.
Thu, 11 Sep 2008: Music in our Classrooms Help Children Learn
Most of us recall some rhythmic chant or catchy song taught to us during our early years that often times was used to help us learn a concept such as the days of the week or the months of the year. There is a reason why our parents and teachers used rhythm and music to help us learn back in those days. Learn some modern facts on why this technique works generation to generation.
Fri, 5 Sep 2008: Let's Be Math Explorers
There are many, many benifits to allowing children to be explorers in math. Math games provide the ideal opportunity for children to explore and discover number concepts and other areas of math.
Wed, 27 Aug 2008: Back To School Supplies - Tips to Keeping Costs Down
Preparations for going back to school always put stress on parents rather than on kids. While the kids are relaxing during their summer vacation, they are hardly worried about back to school supply. Parents, on the other hand, must start preparations early if they want to avoid the last-minute scramble for school supplies a week before school starts.
Tue, 12 Aug 2008: Start the School Year Speaking Spanish
Families are back-to-school shopping, children are anxiously awaiting the start of a new school year and teachers are preparing their classrooms across our country. Join me as we discuss how easily you can begin a new school year with a new commitment to speaking Spanish as a second language.
Wed, 21 May 2008: Danger Areas in School Gymnasium and Sport Facilities
Common injury hazards in school gymnasiums or recreational facilities.
Tue, 6 May 2008: Strategies for Starting School - Preparation, First Day of School and What to Expect
Here are useful strategies to ease the transition to primary school, from a top author, parent and teacher. Learn how to prepare, what to expect on the first day and following weeks and how you can help.
Thu, 24 Apr 2008: How To Read Charts on The Grand Exchange
Learn how to read basic charts on Runescape's Grand Exchange. Great introduction for teenagers to learn the art of stock market charting in a fun way.
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