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Primary School Feature Writer: Megan Sheakoski

Welcome to Primary School! The first stop for parents or educators seeking information on teaching, parenting and learning about children in grades PreK-6.

Join us for expert advice and information on elementary lesson planning, teaching strategies, classroom management, curriculum and supplies, parent-teacher communication, field trip planning, tutoring, summer school, technology and much more.

Keep up-to-date with our primary school articles and blogs focusing on all things elementary!


Feature Writer Articles in Primary School

 		How to Teach Cause and Effect to Elementary Kids
Elementary teachers can use the book If You Give a Mouse a Cookie to teach students cause and effect. Kids complete if then statements and play a cookie match game.
How to Teach Primary Math Patterns
Elementary teachers can use the book If You Give a Mouse a Cookie to teach kids AB, AAB, ABB, and ABC pattern lessons during math and reading integrated unit.
Math and Science Chart Lesson Plan
Teachers can use If You Give a Mouse a Cookie to motivate kids to learn about different types of charts and graphs during an elementary math and science lesson.
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie Lesson
Teachers can use Laura Numeroff's book If You Give a Mouse a Cookie to teach students creative writing by completing a primary story starter based on the book.
The Best Christmas Presents for Teachers
The best Christmas present ideas for teachers include homemade mugs, personalized ornaments, jars of candy, gift baskets of school supplies, and gift cards.
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Contributing Articles in Primary School

 		One Hundred Days of School
One hundred days of school marks about the half way point to summer vacation. Celebrate 100 days of school with fun and engaging activities to highlight the number 100.
Bringing Books to Life Through Drama
By dramatizing books, stories, and poems, teachers can make reading more interesting for children.
Exploring Snow With a Pocket Microscope
Use a hand held pocket microscope outdoors in the winter to help children explore snow crystals. Preschool and primary-age children will love to explore snow in detail.
Teaching With Silver Packages Christmas Book
Inspired by the real Santa Train which has taken gifts and goodies to the children of the Appalachian Mountains since 1943, this book can teach many classroom skills.
Quick and Fun Synonym Activities
Helping students learn how to use and feel comfortable with a thesaurus can be fun with these quick synonym activities geared toward primary school-aged students.
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