Activating Prior Knowledge Help your students be good readers: those who constantly try to make sense out of what they...		Children's Books About Disabilities This extensive list details books for both children and adults that deal with disabilities. The...
Lesson Methodologies There are many different ways in which you can effectively teach your students. Learn about...		Funbrain to Go You can download Funbrain games to your computer so your students can access them anytime,...
Inferences Making an inference involves using what you know to make a guess about what you don't know, or...		Running Records A running record is a way to assess a student's reading progress by systematically evaluating a...
Multiple Intelligences Chart Here is a list of activities that speak to each intelligence.		Creating an Effective Physical Classroom Environment Some useful suggestions on the physical aspects and considerations of a classroom.
Summarizing Summarizing is more than retelling; it involves analyzing information, distinguishing important...		Textbooks: Advantages and Disadvantages One of the most common resources in the classroom is the textbook; learn the advantages of this...
Sequencing Sequencing refers to the identification of the components of a story, such as the beginning,...		How to Manage Disruptive Behavior in Inclusive Classrooms Managing disruptive behavior is examined in detail. The teaching teaching methods and...
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Enrichment activities and Web resources for The Very Hungry Caterpillar, plus a...		Learner-Centered vs. Curriculum-Centered Teachers: Which Type Are You? The difference between learner-centered and curriculum-centered classrooms is philosophical....
Story Elements The ability to identify the elements of a story (plot, characters, setting, and theme) aids in...		Bloom's Taxonomy: An Overview Bloom's Taxonomy helps you to craft lessons that lead students to refine their thinking. You'll...
Positive Classroom Behavior Read ideas and find resources on establishing and maintaining acceptable behavior in your...		Collaboration Between General and Special Education Teachers Explore the key elements in collaborations between general educators and special educators.
Lesson Plans: Using Procedures Learn the different parts of a lesson plan's procedures and how you can increase your students'...		Strategies for Teaching Culturally Diverse Students A descriptive list of behaviors and strategies for teaching culturally diverse students.