Learning Magazine Blog

Fantastic Mr. Fox Contest, All-New Polar Express Website

Karen — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:03:49 +0000

Children's books are being reinvented these days. Classics become movies, they get their own websites, and, in the process, they inspire even more readers. Here are tips about new resources available for two favorite children's books. Post a comment on our blog for a chance to win a prize pack of new books!

Children’s Books: Four More Favorites!

Karen — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:09:10 +0000

Looking for a few more top literature picks? Here are favorites from Learning magazine's children's book expert. Post a comment on our blog by Tuesday, November 10, to be entered in our next drawing. One lucky teacher will win a copy of The Longest Night by Newbery Honor winner Marion Dane Bauer.

Children’s Books: Serving Up a Few More Favorites

Karen — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:10:48 +0000

Sample these reviews of terrific new children's books! Plus, if you post a comment on our blog by Tuesday, November 3, you could win a copy of Come to the Fairies' Ball, by Jane Yolen. One lucky reader will win!

This Just In: National Color Day, Educator for a Day Program

Karen — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:34:58 +0000

Did you know that Thursday, October 22, is National Color Day?

Outstanding October Events

Karen — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:39:36 +0000

A quick rundown of events coming up next week, including National Safe Schools Week and the National Day on Writing. Plus post a comment on our blog for a chance to WIN a prize pack of children's books!

Author Interview: Susan E. Israel

Karen — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:32:25 +0000

From a young age children beg their parents, "Tell me a story!" The pull of a good story is irresistible. Author Susan Israel has found a way to apply the power of stories to professional development. Post a comment on our blog and win a copy of Susan Israel's book!

Love Your Librarian Award, Educator Appreciation Events at Borders

Karen — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 19:08:35 +0000

Two quick items that I just ran across--Educator Appreciation Week at Borders and Waldenbooks and the I Love My Librarian! award for 2009. Read on for details!

National Punctuation Day: Thursday, September 24

Karen — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 18:49:35 +0000

Hooray for hyphens! Kudos for commas! Thursday, September 24, is National Punctuation Day. This year there's a new and unique way to celebrate: The Punctuation Baking Contest. (Yep, you read that right!) Create baked goods in the shape of punctuation marks; then send photos and samples to enter the contest. Visit www.NationalPunctuationDay.com for all the details and to get other ideas for celebrating National Punctuation Day with your students.

This Just In: Disney’s Planet Challenge

Karen — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:30:52 +0000

I just got word on an exciting new program for grades 4–6! Disney's Planet Challenge is a collaboration between Disney and the National Science Teachers Association. To participate, students identify an environmental challenge in their community and come up with a solution that they manage and document in a portfolio. Visit www.disney.com/planetchallenge for free lesson plans tailored to each state’s standards.

Constitution and Citizenship Day: Thursday, September 17

Karen — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 12:34:04 +0000

On September 17, 1787, delegates at the Constitutional Convention signed the document they had created. To mark this event, schools teach about the Constitution every year on the anniversary. However, explaining the Constitution to students can be a challenge. Here are a few free Constitution and Citizenship Day resources—just in time to help! Join a [...]