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In politics, a Lame Duck is an official who remains in office after their successor has been elected. Because they aren’t sticking around, their political “wings” are clipped; they lose their influence because everyone is already looking toward the next person in charge. Lesson Plan: The Flight of the Lame Duck 1. The Origin Story […]
A structured lesson plan designed to be interactive, insightful, and a little bit “meta.” Lesson Plan: The Missing Piece Perspective 1. The Hook: The “Incomplete” Gallery Start by showing a famous image—like the Mona Lisa or a map of the world—with one distinct, jagged hole in the center. 2. The Mechanics: Systems & Interdependence This […]
Students will understand that art can be inspired by everyday objects and will create their own masterpiece using bold colors, repetition, and “Ben-Day” dots. 1. The Hook: What is “Popular” Art? 2. The Vocabulary (3 Key Elements) 3. Hands-On Activity Options Option A: The “Soup Can” Re-Mix (Andy Warhol Style) Option B: Comic Book Sound […]
Global Crayola Creativity Week 2026 officially runs from January 26 to February 1. This year’s theme is “Color Inspires Creativity,” and it’s a fantastic way to recharge your classroom after the winter break. 🎨 Daily Themes & Celebrity Guests (Jan 26 – Feb 1, 2026) Each day features a celebrity creator and an illustrator to […]
Since National Bubble Wrap Day falls on the last Monday of January, it’s the perfect way to beat the “winter blues” with a mix of science, sensory play, and history. Bubble wrap was actually invented by accident in 1957 (it was originally intended to be 3D wallpaper!), which makes for a great lesson on innovation […]
1. The Physics of the “Leap” Squirrels are incredible athletes. You can discuss the mechanics of how they navigate thin branches without falling. 2. “Scatter Hoarding” & Memory Squirrels don’t just “forget” where they hide nuts; they use a method called spatial memory and “chunking” (sorting nuts by type). 3. Squirrel Communication Squirrels don’t just […]
National Cheese Lovers Day is approaching on January 20. Below is a lesson about cheesemaking that your students will enjoy. Lesson Title: The Science of the Squeeze Grade Level: 4th – 8th Grade (Adjustable) Objective: Students will understand the biochemical process of curdling and the role of acid and enzymes in food science. 1. The […]
🌽 Lesson Plan: The Science and Story of Popcorn 1. The “Hook”: A Sensory Mystery Start the class by making popcorn behind your desk or in a corner where students can’t see it immediately. 2. Science: Why Does It Pop? Explain the anatomy of a popcorn kernel. Unlike other corn, popcorn has an unusually thick […]
Ratification Day (January 14th) is often overlooked in favor of the more “famous” holidays, but it marks the exact moment the United States officially became a sovereign nation in the eyes of the world. It commemorates the day in 1784 when the Confederation Congress, meeting in Annapolis, Maryland, ratified the Treaty of Paris. This act […]
National Sunday Supper Day (celebrated the second Sunday in January) is a fantastic opportunity to teach students about the intersection of nutrition, social-emotional learning (SEL), and cultural traditions. A great introductory lesson would focus on the concept of “The Table as a Community.” Here is a lesson outline you can adapt for various age groups. […]