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Fun Facts About Corn
From rainbow corn to corn plants taller than your house, check out these incredible facts about corn. It is truly an incredible plant!
The Best Brain Break Videos for Kids
From trivia games to jump challenges, breathing exercises to freeze dances, this list has the best brain break videos for kids.
Restate the Question Activities
Restating the question helps students answer fully and clearly. Teach this valuable skill with these restate the question activities.
Teaching Kids How to Choose Good Fit Books
Teach your students to select good fit books, books that are both right on their reading level and aligned with their interests!
Fun Facts About the Marines
Get to know the first branch of the US Armed Forces with these fun facts about the Marines. They are “First in Fight!”
10 iPad Apps for Homeschool
Discover 10 engaging educational iPad apps for children that make learning fun and interactive. Enhance your child’s skills with these top picks today!
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Tips for Getting a Master’s Degree While Teaching
Getting a master’s degree while teaching is possible if you follow these tips. Learn how to select the right program and succeed!
Tips for Teaching Gifted Students
Teaching gifted students is both a joy and a challenge. Follow these tips to help them thrive (without exhausting yourself in the process).
Teaching Objectives: Why It’s So Important to Know Your Objectives Before You Begin a Lesson
Teaching objectives are the key to focused lessons and effective planning when you know how to write them and use them.
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Fun Facts About the Marines
Get to know the first branch of the US Armed Forces with these fun facts about the Marines. They are “First in Fight!”
Fun Facts About the Air Force
Off we go into the wild blue yonder with these fascinating and fun facts about the Air Force. Learn about this branch of the Armed Forces.
Fun Facts About Corn
From rainbow corn to corn plants taller than your house, check out these incredible facts about corn. It is truly an incredible plant!
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Mindset Training for Academic Success
You can set the stage for academic success by helping your students cultivate a growth mindset. Try these mindset training strategies.
Building Resilience in Students
Challenges are a part of life, but by building resilience in students, you can help them meet challenges with determination.
Teaching Goals for the New School Year
Find fresh motivation by selecting some of these teaching goals for the upcoming school year. Get ready to level up in your profession!
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Teaching Kids How to Choose Good Fit Books
Teach your students to select good fit books, books that are both right on their reading level and aligned with their interests!
Fun Facts About the Marines
Get to know the first branch of the US Armed Forces with these fun facts about the Marines. They are “First in Fight!”
10 iPad Apps for Homeschool
Discover 10 engaging educational iPad apps for children that make learning fun and interactive. Enhance your child’s skills with these top picks today!
16 Fun Descriptive Writing Activities for Kids
These 16 descriptive writing activities for kids will help them use their words and imaginations to evoke the five senses.
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Hello. I’m Brandi.
Welcome to Mama Teaches!
I’m a former classroom teacher turned homeschooling mom who loves learning and making lessons fun and engaging for kids. I believe that all children deserve to feel safe, loved, and supported – that’s why I’m so enthusiastic about helping build connections through laughter and curiosity.