April Fool's Day Fun Freebies

What pranks did you play as a kid on April Fool's Day? Laughter abounds when we look back at the silliness of such an exciting holiday. 

Let's explore some facts about April Fool's Day:

No time for a full length history? Learn basic facts:

Now, it's time to engage with some fun activities for April Fool's Day:

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No pranks here on April Fool's Day--just lots of fun activities and ideas for the holiday!

Happy April Fool's Day!
Beth, Educator Helper

Celebrating National Women's Month with FREEBIES

There's so much history to introduce to students for National Women's Month! One of the best places to start is the government website, Women's History Month, at https://womenshistorymonth.gov. 

Getting students involved in the month long celebration is easy, so start with an introduction from one of the below videos that covers historical facts:

Next, help students uncover the many roles women play in society by using the below lesson plans:

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There are lots of amazing women who have great accomplishments to celebrate. Take time to learn more about the contributions of women throughout history with these engaging activities:

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Some of the best women role models can be found in your schools and communities. Invite women into your classroom to share their success stories with students during National Women's Month.

Embrace and celebrate women and their achievements during National Women's Month!
Beth, Educator Helper

FREEBIES for a Fun St. Patrick's Day Celebration

The history of St. Patrick's Day is ancient, so use the handouts below to learn about the holiday:

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Need more FREE St. Patrick's Day resources? Try some FREE word puzzles:

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There's more fun to be had on St. Patrick's Day! Try a Get Fit Action Story and help Lucky the leprechaun find a pot of gold:

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Now, it's time for students to create their own St. Patrick's Day stories with these amazing story starters:

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Try a St. Patrick's Day I-Spy to get younger students involved in the holiday:

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Check out more great St. Patrick's Day fun:

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Have fun celebrating St. Patrick's Day...

Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Beth, Educator Helper

Spring Break Freebies

Finally--it's Spring Break time! What adventures do you have planned?

Here are some FREE, fun activities to keep busy during Spring Break:

Want FREE traditional printed activities? 

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Happy Spring Break!
Beth, Educator Helper

Mardi Gras Fun FREE Activities & More!

Got your beads ready? It's Mardi Gras time! It's a holiday steeped in history and tradition, so make it educational and fun for students with these Mardi Gras activities:

Mardi Gras for Kids by National Geographic:

Learn about Fat Tuesday:

Introduce the sounds of Mardi Gras:

Experience a family, kid friendly Mardi Gras parade:

Learn more about Mardi Gras and complete some fun activities to celebrate the holiday:

Enjoy Mardi Gras however you decide to celebrate! 

Pick up the full Mardi Gras packet here: