A Perspective Bible Timeline And Instructing Bible Truths By : Neil Baulch Many people who study the bible can have a hard time getting a handle on the bible timeline. For this reason, an understandable explanation of the bible and the times that events took place was created.
Life Stories: Celebrating American Indian Heritage Month in Your Classroom this November By : RaceBridges for Schools Although American Indian Heritage Month hasn’t always been officially recognized, most American children learned something about “Indians” in elementary school. At that age, many of us were taught about teepees, wigwams and headdresses; few of us learned much of the real history of First Nation peoples, or heard their personal stories. The stories we did hear, such as that of Pocahontas, were rich in mythology but offered little insight into what it truly means to be Native American. And while
How to encourage service learning in the classroom By : RaceBridges for Schools The idea of service learning is nothing new for educators. As a methodology, it combines academic classroom curriculum with meaningful service. It’s a way of teaching, learning and reflecting that aims to enrich the learning experience, teach civic responsibility and encourage lifelong civic engagement. Service learning builds on students’ abilities and interest in the world around them while imparting critical skills. While service learning benefits the greater community, it may do as much goo
How educators & leaders can use storytelling to foster community and bridge differences By : RaceBridges for Schools As another school year comes to a close, students look forward to the lazy days of summer. But for many educators, as well as camp leaders and faith-based organizers, summer can be an exceptionally busy time, especially for those charged with creating and/or leading summer programs for young people. If you’re looking for new ideas for your summer programs, storytelling might be a welcome addition — and a fun and effective way to bring people together, bridge differences and foster a sense of com
Class Five and Six in Waldorf Education: Hovering Near the Light By : josval The pivotal years of Grade Five and Six in a Waldorf School are explored in this article, in a way that highlights the dynamic, multi-dimensional approach of this rarefied curriculum. The setting is the idyllic Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island.
Waldorf High School and The Development of Thinking By : josval An exploration of pivotal factors in the development of thinking in adolescence. The will forces are examined, particularly between birth and age seven, but ongoing through age fourteen and beyond.
Have you been looking for us? By : josval An introduction to Waldorf education, a social masterpiece that prepares children for life in an exceptional way.
Confronting America's Racial Soul: Lessons for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in May By : RaceBridges for Schools While many students have become relatively familiar with the history of African Americans, including the periods of slavery and civil rights, few are familiar with the history and experience of Asian-Americans. Teachers and students have an opportunity to explore this side of America’s racial soul in greater depth during Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in May.
Bring Women’s History Month (March) to Life through Storytelling By : RaceBridges for Schools National Women’s History Month, celebrated each March, is a timely opportunity to use storytelling to spark students’ interest and personal connections to the lives and accomplishments of women of all backgrounds. Three uniquely different stories by Latina, Asian and Native American storytellers allows educators to focus on women’s personal experiences during historical events that shaped our country and culture
How to Use the Five-Paragraph Essay Writing Format By : John Petrucci The introductory paragraph is about gathering the readers interest. This paragraph is the most important because this decides if the essay should be read further or not. Make it as attractive and to the point as possible.
This November Expose Your Students to New Perspectives on the Native American Experience By : RaceBridges for Schools With November just around the corner, Americans are preparing to celebrate not only Thanksgiving but also National American Indian Heritage Month. For educators, this is the perfect time to explore new perspectives on the history of indigenous peoples in the U.S., as well as to discover the history never heard. One way to do that is to get students thinking critically about what they don’t know — and why they don’t know it. Wondering how to spark this discussion in your classroom? Here are som
Thanksgiving - the perfect time to ask students, “Who’s missing from our table?” By : RaceBridges for Schools In discussing the story of the original Thanksgiving table, teachers can mine students’ understanding of an event that schoolchildren have always been taught was about peace and fellowship between two peoples. Of course, most historians agree that this traditional story has been highly mythologized – and neglects the painful truth about Native American genocide and assimilation. When students understand that the first Thanksgiving table was perhaps not as welcoming as they’ve been taught, they c
Outwitting the Schoolyard Bully By : Laurel Springs Schools report that more than a quarter of a million students are physically attacked during the school day with 160,000 kids missing school everyday due to bullying and school violence. Distance Learning education has now become a viable option.
10 Tips To Choose Distance Learning By : Laurel Springs Choosing the right distance learning program can be a daunting task even for seasoned industry experts. Here are a few guidelines to help you determine what program is right for you.
How to achieve original essay ideas and topics for your essay By : John Petrucci Many students agree that developing a fresh idea for an essay is a troublesome point they often get stuck in, helplessly trying to squeeze any idea out of their imagination. Indeed, a choice of original essay ideas for their essay hampered not only by their imagination, but by a lack of novelty, interest and a ground for persuasion.