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Curriculum Articles Archive

• Special Dog "Guides" Middle School Curriculum
  
  Students in Bryan, Texas, are raising a guide dog named Penny. Teachers at Sam Rayburn Middle School have turned this special community service project into lessons in geography, art, language, and more.  --07/25/97

  Have You Heard? Noise Can Effect Learning!
  

  A handful of research studies confirm that noise has a negative effect on a child's ability to learn. Also, "noise education" should be part of the school curriculum; kids should know how to protect their ears from harm.  --07/18/97

  Making the Case for the Fourth `R’: Art!
  

  Reading and ’riting and ’rithmetic and ’rt (art)? Many school districts are strengthening the art components of their curricula in light of new research on the benefits of arts education.  --07/14/97

  Checkpoints in Reading
  

  The Council for Educational Development and Research (CEDaR) has created a list of “checkpoints in reading”---for Kindergarten and grades 3, 6, 9, and 12---to help parents better understand their child’s reading development.  --07/14/97

  Teaching Citizenship’s Five Themes
  

  Activities from the editors of Weekly Reader can help develop K-6 students’ understanding of the five citizenship themes---honesty, compassion, respect, responsibility, and courage.  --07/14/97

  Free Voluntary Reading (FVR)“Pays” Big Dividends!
  

  Teacher William Marson shares his success in motivating sixth-graders to read using a program he calls Reading for Fun (RFF).  --07/14/97

  New Keyboard Opens the World of Computers to Young Children
  

  The letters are in alphabetical order, and the big keys of My First Keyboard are perfect for preschoolers’ small hands. Also, when should children be taught keyboarding skills and techniques?  --07/14/97

  On the Lighter Side: "Simple Science"
  

  Ann Landers recently published student responses to some simple science questions.  --07/11/97

  World's Tallest Woman Tell Kids "It's OK To Be Different!"
  

  A video featuring Sandy Allen, the world's tallest woman, takes "giant" steps in building kids' self-esteem.  --07/11/97

  Mrs. Burton Means Business
  

  Recycling Kids, Inc.-- a business run by El Monte, California, third-graders--teaches business skills while involving parents and helping the environment.  --07/11/97

  TIMSS: What Does It Mean For The Future of U.S. Math & Science Curriculum?
  

  During 1994-1995, half a million eighth grade students from 41 countries sat to take a comprehensive test. The test known as the Third International Mathematics & Science Study (TIMSS) would evaluate and compare the math and science skills of students internationally.  --07/11/97

  Incorporating Technology Into Classroom Curriculum
  

  Does Technology Scare You? You're not alone. Millions of people have never sat at a computer much less surfed the Internet. But while some people may be able to avoid the use of technology in their daily lives, for educators, it's unavoidable.  --07/11/97

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