elementary school

Send the Right Message: Abolish Red Pens for Correcting Papers

I recently saw a paper written by a fourth grader that was returned by her English teacher with more red ink than student handwriting. And, the teacher had literally re-written the entire student piece in red.
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School Made 8-Year-Old Change Out Of Her 'Black Girls Rock' Shirt

The elementary school student previously faced self-acceptance issues, her mom said.
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15 Classroom Holiday Party Ideas To Help You Ring In Winter Break

Ain't no party like a K-5 party cuz a K-5 party has crafts.
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School District Bans Playing Tag, Claiming It's Not Safe For Kids

Are you a tag survivor?
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25 Ways To Ask Your Kids 'So How Was School Today?' Without Asking Them 'So How Was School Today?'

As my kids get older, I know I am going to have to work harder and harder to stay engaged with them -- but I know it's going to be worth the work.
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The Importance of Learning a Social Curriculum

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Sorry, You Aren't Invited: A Practical Guide to Children's Birthday Party Guest Lists

Being on all three sides of a guest list -- inviter, invited and uninvited -- can help children not only become more resilient, but also more conscientious and empathetic. It's up to parents to use parties as opportunities for chats about friendship, kindness, and etiquette.
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