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1. Happy Birthday, Mr. President…Or Not.

Did you know Presidents' Day is never actually celebrated on Washington’s Birthday?

Due to the...Continue reading

“We often take for granted the very things that most deserve our gratitude.” – Cynthia Ozick

Young children spend a significant amount of time with their teachers and are...Continue reading

February is Black History Month! Honor this month by learning about black history and celebrating diversity with these beautiful picture books for children. From black inventors to the first...Continue reading

Happy Groundhog Day! Did you know that the tradition dates all the way back to the 1700s? Groundhog Day evolved from Candlemas, a tradition brought to the US by German settlers. Candlemas...Continue reading

“I say to you today, my friends, that in spite of the difficulties and frustrations of the moment, I still have a dream.” -Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
 

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr....Continue reading

The holidays are winding down and the new year is starting up!  For teachers, that means the second half of the school year, also known as mid-year, is officially here. 

Now is a...Continue reading

Happy National Letter Writing Day! Today is a great opportunity for educators to create innovative and exciting lesson plans for handwriting and literacy. But, what do you do if you teach a class...Continue reading

Last month, the Learning Without Tears team, along with our beloved classroom character Mat Man...Continue reading

The homemade pies are ready, the floats are ready to dance down the New York City streets, and the football game is about to begin because tomorrow is Thanksgiving!

Even though we can’...Continue reading

Universal Children’s Day was created by the United Nations in 1954 to shed light on children’s rights, welfare, and impact.

Each year, the organization recognizes a global day of...Continue reading