Article illustrated how a common and compelling theme can be developed by a teacher and then introduced into the classroom as a way of integrating the arts, science, reading, and math. (Author/RK)

Presented are activities for students in grades 3-6 which use assorted breads and spreads to represent layers of the earth's crust. It is suggested that in addition to providing good nutrition, this method has helped the children use the processes of science to deduce some basic principles of geology. (KC)

This article describes a technique which uses a number line and simple games to teach primary-graders the relative value of different coins. (SJL)

Described is a grammar program, "The Drama of Grammar," which engages students in exploring language through active participation in numerous activities. It is based on the recognition that children already know and use the language system, and builds on that knowledge. (KC)

Author developed a metric olympics in order to provide students with exercise, fun and practice with metric measurement. (Author/RK)

Includes learning activities that will help motivate students to ask questions and seek alternative solutions to problems. Children will better understand themselves and the world around them when they begin to relate to time and space, develop such thinking skills as classifying and ordering and make connections between objects and events.…

Ideas, suggestions and activities for preschool through the early primary grades. (Editor)

The positive uses of negative space and other creative ways to bolster kids' physical awareness and expression. (Editor)

Create a variety of activities related to the country you are studying--Japan, for example--and arrange them by such subjects as art, games, creative writing, maps, dress and greetings. These activities can be tied in with classroom learning centers or stations. Here students make passports, learn about traditional styles of dress in Japan, learn…

Many children have an enormous fascination for reptiles of all kinds--snakes, turtles, tortoises, crocodiles, alligators and lizards. Whatever the reason for their interest, you can channel the enthusiasm of reptile fans and build the interest of curious students with a few simple activities, e.g., getting acquainted with reptile characteristics…

Suggests mathematics readiness activities that teachers and parents can use with preschoolers: comparing shapes and sizes; counting; and learning quantitative concepts such as "less" and "more." (SJL)

Described are techniques used to enliven spelling lessons. Included are confusibles (accept, except), people phrases (Mrs. O'Leary's Cow), words of interesting origins (freelance), and body spelling (handsome, handy). (KC)

How's the weather? It can be rainy, cloudy, foggy, hot or cold when students understand the hows and whys. (Editor)

Our everyday language is full of images drawn from animal life. Looking at such images can provide young people with insights into the creative use of language. (Author/RK)

Considers carefully what might interest and engage students and uses activities and questions that will enable them to see how a topic can unfold and be dealt with in depth. (Author/RK)