Crushed Can Art Writing Prompts for Kids in Elementary and Middle School Knowledge through observation, and creativity through imagination, are the skills to become a good writer. Writing is an art, which though not inherent, can be definitely acquired through constant learning and practice. Kids in elementary and middle school are still at a learning phase of life, wherein it is possible to widen their scope of imagination, and induce the art of expression through writing. There are various writing styles that exist, out of which, there are 4 styles that are introduced during elementary school. Styles of Writing Here are the four basic styles of writing for students in elementary and middle school. ★ Narrative: In this writing technique, the child is expected to narrate a story that consists of characters, plot, and a theme. ★ Persuasive: In this style of writing, the child is free to put forth his or her own point of view on the given topic, so as to persuade the reader in favor of the same. Narrative Writing Prompts For Elementary School Students
Connexions - Sharing Knowledge and Building Communities Welcome Welcome to Understanding Behavior: An Interactive Tutorial, a web-based tutorial developed as part of a series of training materials to support the efforts of the Center on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports. Below is a list a links to information that may answer your questions about the tutorial. What is it about? To deal effectively with students who exhibit challenging behaviors, it is important to approach such problems from a research-validated theoretical perspective. Understanding Behavior: An Interactive Tutorial provides a basic introduction to the behavioral model. Return to Top Who should use the tutorial? Regular education teachers Special education teachers What will I learn? Understand "behavior" from a behavioral model. How long will it take to complete the tutorial? Will the tutorial run on my computer? Where can I get help if I have problems running the tutorial? Who are the authors? Carl J. Dr.
Recycling Symbols on Plastics - What Do Recycling Codes on Plastics Mean Sometimes it seems like modern America is one colossal plastic palace. The versatile material is in our cars, toys, packaging, clothing, home goods, food utensils, medical devices and so much more. It is also littering our streets, clogging our waterways and choking marine life. Many plastics can be readily recycled, but how do consumers make sense of all the different types and rules? Number 1 PlasticsPET or PETE (polyethylene terephthalate) Found in: Soft drink, water and beer bottles; mouthwash bottles; peanut butter containers; salad dressing and vegetable oil containers; ovenable food trays.Recycling: Picked up through most curbside recycling programs.Recycled into: Polar fleece, fiber, tote bags, furniture, carpet, paneling, straps, (occasionally) new containers PET plastic is the most common for single-use bottled beverages, because it is inexpensive, lightweight and easy to recycle.
Elementary Language Arts Teachers throughout the Escambia County School District want to open doors for today's students to become happy, successful citizens of our community. I can think of no better way to facilitate that process than to help children understand the power of words! Whether they be in written or spoken form, the language arts are essential to understanding and participating in the world around us. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing enable us to move from ignorant to knowledgeable while becoming confident in our abilities to make a difference in this world. By integrating the language arts into all areas of the curriculum, elementary teachers seek to build a foundation for better self-expression and harmony in interpersonal relations, as well as academic pursuits. Let’s face it, listening, reading, writing, and speaking are involved in every subject we teach!
What is the Gyre - Gyre Clean Up Project Gyre Facts • A Gyre is a naturally occurring vortex of wind and currents that rotate in a clockwise direction in the northern hemisphere and counter-clockwise in the southern hemisphere. These create a whirlpool effect, whose vortex moves more slowly at the center and that is where marine plastic debris collects. • There are 5 major Gyres in the oceans worldwide, all of which are believed to contain plastic and persistent organic pollutants (POPs). • The North Pacific Gyre, also known as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, is estimated to be twice the size of Texas and swirls in the Pacific Ocean roughly between the coast of California and Hawaii. • Currently, an estimated 11 million tons (and growing) of floating plastic covers an area of nearly 5 million square miles in the Pacific Ocean, 700 miles northeast of the Hawaiian Island chain and 1,000 miles from the coast of California.
Reading Educator Reading Educator offers an "up close" look at a range of innovative and effective reading strategies, along with actual classroom examples and associated lesson plans. The Reading Educator strategies can be applied across academic disciplines and learner levels. These strategies are subdivided into the following four areas of concentration: Discussion Strategies - strategies that promote discussion in whole group or small group settingsActive Reading Strategies - strategies that promote active involvement and thinking with the textVocabulary Strategies - strategies that promote vocabulary development and understandingOrganization Strategies - strategies that provide an organizational structure to assist in text comprehension
Marketplace of Ideas The Garrison Institute's Initiative on Contemplation and Education, in collaboration with the Kirlin Charitable Foundation, recently convened the leadership forum Mindful Parenting: Conceptualization and Measurement. This event brought together researchers, clinicians and others interested in and working with family intervention programs. The aim of the meeting was to address measurement issues around the topics of mindful parenting and reflective functioning in parenting, in order to develop effective measurement systems for use in research. During the three days of the meetings, the group spent the majority of their time together in group discussion, sharing one another's work involved, raising pertinent issues to be addressed during future clinical trials and research, and considering the questions, "What is mindful parenting?
Upcoming Edcamps This June, the Edcamp Foundation will be collaborating with the United States Department of Education to cultivate interactive conversations between teacher leaders and policy leaders. Held in the heart of Washington DC, Edcamp US DOE will be an intimate gathering of teacher leaders and policy leaders in order to discuss the most important issues in education. Every conversation will focus on finding actionable solutions and answering tough, asset-based questions. The day will explore three themes: policy, ConnectED, and best practice. Interactive conversations will be proposed on the morning of the event, honoring every attendee’s authentic voice. Learn more about the event and how you can attend here.
Resources | Teaching With and About Technology Jim Wilson/The New York TimesStudents have always faced distractions and time-wasters. But computers and cellphones, and the constant stream of stimuli they offer, pose a profound new challenge to focusing and learning.Go to related article » Updated | Feb. 2013 What are the potential benefits and drawbacks of using technology for learning? We present a collection of Learning Network resources, Times multimedia and articles and useful outside links to help both digital immigrants and digital natives think through these questions. Please tell us what you think, or share your own ideas or experiences! Student Opinion Questions All of the questions below are still open to comment by students. What Tech Tools Play the Biggest Role in Your Life? How Careful Are You Online? Are You Distracted by Technology? Does Facebook Ever Make You Feel Bad? Are Digital Photographs Too Plentiful to Be Meaningful? Should Schools Put Tracking Devices in Students’ I.D. How Should Parents Address Internet Pornography?
Mini-Lessons In general, mini-lessons should last approximately 10-15 minutes. “Maxi-Lessons”, such as lessons that introduce a new skill or multiple techniques, may require more time. However, during a longer lesson, there should be significant time for students to practice with the skill, not just listen to the teacher. A typical mini-lesson will include: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.