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Hunter, C. Bruce; And Others – Instructor, 1981
Suggests that live plants can brighten up the classroom and can serve as the focus of interdisciplinary learning activities for elementary students. Briefly describes the organization of a "living laboratory" in an elementary school. (SJL)
Descriptors: Botany, Classroom Design, Elementary Education, Learning Activities
Instructor, 1983
Ideas for learning centers that will motivate students include: (1) a "railroad station" for reading groups; (2) a model rocket where children can use calculators; (3) a walled-in castle study center; (4) a model one-room schoolhouse; (5) a map center; and (6) a music center. Procedures for building and stocking the centers are…
Descriptors: Classroom Design, Educational Resources, Elementary Education, Instructional Materials
Instructor, 1982
Over 30 activities for elementary school classes during the first week of school are described. Ideas are included for a first day checklist, correct pronunciation of names, getting acquainted games, and classroom organization hints. (CJ)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Class Organization, Classroom Design, Classroom Techniques
Instructor, 1981
Presents 80 quick activities that elementary teachers can use to get to know their students, reward good work, communicate with parents, brush up on basic skills, spruce up the classroom, pamper themselves, or publicize the school. (SJL)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Design, Elementary Education, Elementary School Teachers
Instructor, 1982
Twenty ideas to motivate reluctant young readers in kindergarten and elementary school classrooms are presented. The ideas include reading contests, prizes, classroom decor, and community involvement. (PP)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Design, Community Involvement, Early Reading