Multiplayer Math Games You Can “Count” On

If you are the parent, teacher, or tutor of a student who is particularly resistant to practicing their math skills, you’re no doubt eager for strategies to engage them—enter, multiplayer math games! Particularly in upper grade levels as the myth of “I suck at math” becomes more entrenched in students' learning, finding ways to [...]

By |2025-01-23T12:55:06-06:00January 23rd, 2025|Learning Tips, Math, Teachers & Tutors|

Chinese New Year Activities For Your Classroom

The Christmas decorations are put away and the fireworks are finished, but the celebrating continues as Chinese Lunar New Year starts on Wednesday, January 29th, 2025. These free, fun Chinese New Year activities are sure to boost your students' engagement and expand their horizons this semester! This 23-day celebration is the perfect time to [...]

By |2025-02-27T11:56:04-06:00January 23rd, 2025|Holidays, Teachers & Tutors|

Free Hanukkah Activities for English and Math Classes

As we approach the holiday season and near winter breaks, students’ minds are likely occupied with wish lists, decorations, and holiday fun. Using holiday activities in the classroom is a great way to get students excited about learning, and Hanukkah activities are perfect for bringing holiday cheer and fun to your classroom while introducing [...]

By |2024-12-10T10:00:47-06:00December 10th, 2024|English, Holidays, Math, Teachers & Tutors|

Free Christmas Classroom Activities | ELA and Math

December is here, which means the holiday season is in full swing—bring some Yuletide cheer to your classroom with these Christmas classroom activities! An indisputable fact of this month is that your students are distracted by the festivities, especially as the winter break draws nearer and nearer, but no need to fret—we’re here to [...]

By |2024-12-10T09:41:22-06:00December 10th, 2024|English, Holidays, Math, Teachers & Tutors|

FREE Thanksgiving Activities for the Classroom

The time of year to give thanks is nearly here, and what better way to celebrate than with Thanksgiving activities for your classroom! Conducting holiday-themed activities is a fantastic way to secure your students’ attention and help them practice key reading and math skills. If you’re blanking on ideas for thanksgiving for your students [...]

By |2024-11-25T16:45:17-06:00November 15th, 2024|English, Holidays, Math, Teachers & Tutors|

Free Printable Halloween Classroom Activities – ELA and Math

There's no better way to celebrate the tricks and treats of All Hallows Eve in school than having your students practice key ELA and math skills with printable Halloween classroom activities! From spooky writing prompts to a coordinate plane full of creepy creatures, look no further for effective and easy-to-use practice for students. Each [...]

By |2024-10-03T11:02:26-05:00October 3rd, 2024|English, Holidays, Math, Teachers & Tutors|

How to Make Standardized Tests Less Scary | Managing Test-Taking Anxiety

If you find that the thought of an upcoming exam causes your hands to tremble, dries out your mouth, or makes you feel out of breath, you may be one of the millions of students who have test-taking anxiety. An upcoming exam can feel like a ghost hovering behind your shoulder, but managing the [...]

How to Tutor the ISEE, a Guide to Getting Started

ISEE (commonly pronounced "i-see") is an acronym that stands for the Independent School Entrance Exam, which is commonly taken by students applying to private schools in the United States. This peer-normed, standardized test is commonly taken by students applying to middle school (grades 5/6-8) and high school (grades 9-12). Students can also take the [...]

By |2025-02-28T23:08:54-06:00July 25th, 2024|ISEE Test Prep, Teachers & Tutors|
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