Unsupervised play promotes creativity in children, but outdoor structured play that is fun and hands on can have the same effect. Crafting is a great way to get kids involved using their imagination and seeing a finished product. The beauty …
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Author: Pam Crum
A GRADE AHEAD’S EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT SERIES: MEET WES TAYLOR
Wes is an assessor and a teacher who has been with A Grade Ahead for several years. Wes obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Public Affairs from the Glenn College of Public Affairs at Ohio State and has lived in …
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A Spring Writing Prompt for Kids
A writing prompt is a springboard (pun intended), but each writer uses that springboard differently: performing or responding with their own uniqueness. This article helps walk students through brainstorming for a Spring writing prompt without losing their individualism. Brainstorming for …
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St. Patrick’s Day Acrostic Poems from the Students at A Grade Ahead
As St. Patrick’s Day was fast approaching, the students in my 4th grade English class wanted to do a project. Since we have been working on a poetry unit, we decided that we would use this theme for our project. …
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A GRADE AHEAD’S EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT SERIES: MEET OUR TEACHER AND ADMINISTRATOR, SARAH SARFRAZ
Sarah is a graduate of Queens College, in Flushing, New York, with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and has been with A Grade Ahead for over 3 years. Sarah wears duel hats:, she is a teacher and works in administration …
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Common Valentine’s Day Traditions for Kids in the U.S.
There are many common Valentine’s Day traditions for kids to follow in the United States. Some of them go back to ancient customs and stories, some of them are new fads, and some are traditions made and kept by individual …
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Outdoor Winter Safety Tips for Kids
Winter is thoroughly upon us, and kids are hoping for a snowy day so that they can get out and enjoy winter activities. Whether they are building snow forts, sledding, skiing, ice skating, or doing other winter activities, knowing outdoor …
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Ways to Keep Your Kids Active in the Winter
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) suggest that kids should get at least 60 minutes a day of physical exercise per day. With colder temperatures approaching, staying active can be a challenge. So here are some ways to keep your …
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Why Does My Student’s Teacher Need More Supplies?
Year after year parents are asked to buy more and more items for their child’s school supply needs. Sometimes, they are even asked to buy more supplies later in the year. Without knowing why teachers need supplies, these requests can be …
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Should My Gifted Child Skip a Grade? The Pros & Cons of Skipping a Grade
Almost every parent with a gifted child asks themselves the questions: should my child skip a grade, and how will it affect them? For some gifted students, skipping a grade can have adverse affects to their emotional development as well …
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