About Elementary Education: Easter, Passover, and Springtime Books to Share With Your Students

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Elementary Education Elementary Education Lesson Plans Teaching 101 Student Discipline From Beth Lewis, your Guide to Elementary Education Time to say goodbye to winter and hello to spring! Do you have any favorite spring-themed children's books that you like to read to your students? If so, please share the titles in the comments section of the blog. I'm always looking for new teacher-tested, kid-approved literature. ~Beth Easter, Passover, and Springtime Books to Share With Your Students Easter falls on April 4th this year, while Passover begins on March 30th. Spring officially begins this weekend! No matter which springtime rite of passage you choose to highlight in your classroom this year, there are inspiring and fun children's books to help you celebrate spring through shared appreciation of literature. I've selected a few that I think you and your students will enjoy. Let me know if I've missed any great titles that should be added to the list. Thanks!... Read more President Obama and No Child Left Behind The New York Times Editorial Board wrote last week about President Obama's proposed modifications to the No Child Left Behind legislation. One suggested change that may be of particular interest to readers of this site involves detailed, data-driven ratings systems for teachers and administrators. This could result in increased focus on individual teacher performance. Are you ready for the federal government to develop and implement a teacher evaluation system? On the upside, it could mean monetary incentives for teachers deemed effective, but the drawbacks could be numerous with such a complicated and ambitious plan. What do you think?... Read more Structured Recess Programs Some schools are implementing a structured recess program in an effort to discourage behavior problems on the playground. Rather than sitting around doing nothing or arguing over equipment, all students must follow the lead of a paid "recess coach" who facilitates organized games with mandatory participation. Benefits may include: less bullying, fewer injuries, decreased childhood obesity rates, and improved social skills. A downside may be a lack of unstructured relaxation time for the children, which opponents argue is needed by adults and children alike. Do you think this would work well in your school? Do recess behavior problems get in the way of classroom learning?... Read more Professional Growth Resources Professional Development resources that help you be your best professionally. The best teachers are reflective, always striving to better themselves and their practices. Here's what you need to know to take your teaching to the next level! Elementary Education Ads Easter Message Easter Holiday Easter Bunnies Easter Date Easter Day 2010 Featured Articles Becoming an Elementary School Teacher Assessment and Testing Education Glossary Teaching Strategies Lesson Plans and Activities Student Discipline Strategies   More from About.com Disney Trip Planner Everything you need to plan the perfect Disney vacation -- from when to go and what to do, to saving money and picking a hotel. More > Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Beth Lewis Elementary Education Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Elementary Education newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads How to Hold Class Meetings 3 Powerful Story Starters Banning Words for Creative Writing Scaffolding Techniques for Good Teaching Blank Lesson Plan Template Advertisement