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Non-Fiction is the New Fiction!

Non-Fiction is the New Fiction!

0 / April 2, 2012 5:04 pm

With the new Common Core Standards being introduced in most states across the country next year, in ELA (English Language Arts), you will start to see a HUGE push for your children to start reading many more non-fictional texts.  Non-fiction [...]

Math and Literacy Idea’s for “If you give a…”

Math and Literacy Idea’s for “If you give a…”

0 / March 24, 2012 11:21 am

One of my favorite children’s books is the “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie,” “If You Give a Pig a Pancake,” “If You Give a Moose a Muffin,” and “If You Give a Cat a Cupcake” books by Laura [...]

Reading Strategies for Students in Grades 3-6 Using the CROP-QV

Reading Strategies for Students in Grades 3-6 Using the CROP-QV

0 / March 18, 2012 2:58 pm

Even though it is only the middle of March, in your child’s classroom, he/she is most likely starting to gear up for the EOG (end of grade tests) that usually take place in May.  As a teacher, parents would often [...]

Incorporate Science into Reading as the Seasons Change!

Incorporate Science into Reading as the Seasons Change!

0 / March 18, 2012 1:59 pm

It might be a little early for the saying “April showers bring May flowers,” but, with all of this warm weather I just couldn’t resist reading books all about spring!  In my classroom right now, my Pre-K students are learning [...]

Read Across America Day!

Read Across America Day!

0 / March 3, 2012 11:23 am

Friday, March 2nd was not only the world famous Dr. Seuss’ birthday, but also “Read Across America Day” in schools across the country AND the opening of the new Dr. Seuss animated movie, “The Lorax!”  “The Lorax” was the Dr. [...]

A Batch of “Stone Soup” for Everyone!

A Batch of “Stone Soup” for Everyone!

1 / January 3, 2012 11:22 am

Looking for some educational activities that will keep your children warm this winter?  How about reading the story “Stone Soup” as a family?  This story is about a couple of hungry travelers who stumble upon a village.  They expect the [...]

Best Educational Toys with Giveaway

Best Educational Toys with Giveaway

4 / December 11, 2011 9:59 am

We are happy to sponsor a giveaway to feature the best Educational Toys with ToysRUs.  The best way to spark the love of learning for our kids is to make it a fun and engaging experience.  This goal can be achieved [...]

Sensitive Periods in Child Development

Sensitive Periods in Child Development

5 / November 29, 2011 2:20 pm

   I am excited to be joining the blogging team for Kidsfunplaza.com!  I am originally from Saratoga Springs, NY.  I received my Bachelor’s in Elementary Education PreK-6 from SUNY Plattsburgh and my Master’s in Literacy Education from The College of [...]