Scholastic Instructor has compiled a list just for teachers of Giveaways, Contests, and Grants:

September Finds

1. Think Outside the Classroom

Schools…

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Math Word Walls 

Mathematics Word Walls are to be active and built upon. Words are to be posted as they are introduced in the day’s lesson. Mathematics spirals and students need to explore multiple exposures to important concepts and…

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Summer is over and it's a new school year, but realistically, how many students actually want to go back to school? As a parent, I had to listen to the moaning and groaning from my own children on why they have to get up so early and yada yada yada!!! Well, I have some good news...there are companies that provide rewards to students for good grades!!! The best part is their free and what kid wouldn't want a free scoop of ice cream and free tokens to Chuck-e-cheese.…

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I must say, this incentive is working wonders thus far and…

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As a teacher, I know you have probably heard a million times, "The dog ate…

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MathBoard Addition is a fun iPad game for all ages. It has quizzes for every skill level which can be timed and students can even stop and save the quiz and complete it when ever they choose. In addition, students can review…

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The Be Big in Your Community Contest is officially open. You can submit your big ideas to Scholastic for a chance to win a $25,000 community grant to make your BIG idea a reality! Last year more than 25,000 parents, teachers, community leaders and KIDS entered their BIG Idea for a chance to…

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Thank you Gift Card Granny for compiling a list of 66 teacher discounts of well known stores including:

 

 Apple

OfficeDepot

Staples

Michael's

Barnes & Noble

Borders

The Limited

J.…

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National Metric Week is celebrated October 10-16, 2010. This week is celebrated on the 10th month each year and any week the 10th day falls on. This week is sponsored by The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics so that we can have an appreciation for the metric system. Here is a link to resources you can use in your classroom to celebrate: National Metric Week in October

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