Pecos Bill is a great example of a tall tale hero. Bill was raised by coyotes and rejoined human society to become a sort of Western superhero. In a collection of stories, he outdid everyone in tales of derring-do that explain the origins of the Rio Grande and the… Continue reading
Laos is a beautiful country in Southeast Asia. This is the Patuxai or Victory Gate in the capital city, Vientiane. It was built in honor of the warriors who fought for Laos’s independence from France, which owned Laos from 1893 to 1953. Pha That Luang is also in Vientiane. This… Continue reading
Schools — from preschools to colleges — usually have lists of required vaccines. Here’s a list of vaccines for teens. Core vaccines for teens The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides recommended immunization schedules for children and adolescents to protect them from various serious diseases. While specific recommendations… Continue reading
As school-age kids head back to school, younger siblings may be returning to preschool or child care. How can you be sure that the child care center you choose is making healthy choices for your child? Here are some things to look for and questions to ask as you explore… Continue reading
If you can’t really be on the beach, you can bring the beach to your classroom. Set the mood with a Tropical Paradise Bulletin Board. Or maybe flamingos are more your style. With ready-made slogans and lots of cute pieces you can arrange to suit your tastes, this is a fast… Continue reading
“Take a Hike” can be a great summer classroom theme! Use the simple hiker icons shown in the trail markers here as a guide for cutting out your own bulletin board pieces. Dress your bulletin boards in green or brown, cut the icons in white, and add a few choice arrows.… Continue reading
