Homeschooling Education Articles for Teachers - Page 7

The Mayan Civilization mysteriously disappeared thousands of years ago. Yet, the descendants of this ancient culture continue to speak the language of their ancestors. Most Mayan descendants are concentrated in Guatemala. And surprisingly, the Maya culture is still relevant, and can be studied fo...

While December is a time for celebration, it's also a time to think about others. There are a lot of people in our communities who volunteer their time and energy to help those around them. You can teach students about the people who volunteer in their area through community helpers lesson plans....

Just about every child has had a fantasy about being a prince or princess. The advantages can seem pretty attractive. There are many fairy tales, movies, and stories that draw us in by taking us into the world of royalty. One of these is the fairy tale "The Frog Prince". The 2009 movie, loosely b...

Mark Twain was the nom de plume for Samuel Langhorne Clemens. Twain was the media and public darling of the 19th and 20th centuries. His writings, quotations, and attitude helped shape public opinion. "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" and the "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" are still required readi...

There are many sayings attributed to a fox: "Crazy like a fox," "Hey, Foxy Mama," or "Like a Fox in a Hole". Those little, whimsical turns can't compare to the apt title the Fantastic Mr. Fox, a perfect ode to a truly, remarkable character and animal. The novel Fantastic Mr. Fox by Roald Dahl has...

According to a dictionary I used, there are five different definitions for the word pilgrim. The definitions range from the most familiar one referring to the Plymouth settlers to a definition of modern day immigrants seeking freedom in a new land. By studying all aspects of the word, students ca...

The Thanksgiving meal has been a success. Hours of endless preparations have led to satiated bellies. The sound of buttons popping is a sure sign that quite a few people are content. The dirty dishes are piled in the sink, and even a football game, may not keep people from succumbing to the over-...

Our world may seem smaller and more connected, but, ironically, geography is one of the subjects that is often overlooked. Educators have so much information to cover, just teaching the basics, that there may not seem like there's enough time for what some may consider "extras". While an in-depth...

November is election month. Elections will be held for various offices in different areas of government. The electoral process was created by our founding fathers as a way for everyone to participate in government. While 2009 won't be host to a presidential election, there are still lots of ways ...

It's the holiday season, which can lead to some fun with numbers. You can count up the number of things you have to be thankful for this holiday season, or the number of people you plan to celebrate with. But standing on a scale can remind you of the not so much fun side of Thanksgiving math, cou...

The Day of the Dead or Dia de los Muertos is a holiday that brings together family and friends as they pray for and remember deceased loved ones. First celebrated in Mexico during the time of the Aztecs, Dia de los Muertos marks a symbolic communion with dead family members. Celebrants take this ...

"Ahoy there Matey, we're talking 'bout pirates, arghh!" This poor imitation of pirate speak indicates that no matter what age you are, learning about pirate lore can be fun. The influx of pirate entertainment and regalia is especially prevalent with the popularity of the movie series "Pirates of ...

The bewitching night is not just a quiet time for sleep, but sees just as much activity as the daylight hours. From dusk till dawn, nocturnal animals rise from their homes and haunt the nights. These creatures are on the prowl for sustenance and socialization. Often, these night dwellers get a b...

Halloween math activities can help students build lots of skills, especially in math. They can count the number of times they change their minds about a costume, they can figure out how many bags of candy you should buy; so one, you don't have any left over and two, you don't run out of chocolate...

Wildfires cause devastation to beautiful forests and natural areas. Fires have the potential of spreading to areas occupied by people, even into the heart of urban developments. As the flames flash and burn, the fire eats away memories, homes and lives. In some cases, the fires are started by the...