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Alicia Ivory

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Alicia Ivory is a senior copywriter at HMH and has worked as a content writer and copywriter for 9 years. Previously, she worked as a copywriter and content writer for a range of companies and brands. In her spare time, she loves volunteering with non-profit organizations that promote underrepresented authors' and writers' voices. Alicia holds a bachelor's degree in English.

 
Black History Month Science Activities and Experiments Hero

Use these Black History Month science activities and experiments to teach students about notable scientists and inventors.

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Try these fun 2024 Groundhog Day activities for elementary students in your classroom.

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Choose the formative assessments for social studies that work best for your classroom to improve student learning.

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2022 international literacy day activities for all ages hero

Get students reading, writing, and learning more about the importance of literacy with these 2024 International Literacy Day activities.

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Try these back-to-school getting-to-know-you activities to help students discover more about their classmates on the first day of class.

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Have your students use our free Venn diagram graphic organizer template to organize their ideas.

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Discover why classroom jobs for elementary students are a win-win for teachers and students.

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Find out the answer to the question, “Why is differentiated instruction important?” Plus, receive tips on differentiation from an educator.

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Happy spring! Try these 8 spring activities for elementary students for ideas to celebrate the season!

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Get your elementary students hooked on math with these games and activities.

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Get your whole class feeling the love this February 14. Try these Valentine’s Day activities for middle school and high school students.

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These 12 Olympics activities for elementary and middle school students will let them sharpen their math, social studies, and writing skills.

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Give a lesson on the significance of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day with these Pearl Harbor activities for elementary and middle school students.

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Importance of classroom community hero

Students need to believe that they belong in their learning environment. Learn about the importance of classroom community—and ways to foster positivity.

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Want to help your students develop their organizational, analytical, and research skills? Teach them how to write an expository paragraph.

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Virtual End of Year Activities

School will soon be out. Give your students a special send-off with these virtual end-of-school-year celebration ideas.

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Teaching kids how to write a persuasive paragraph consisting of their opinion and supporting sentences puts them on the right track to being an effective communicator.

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These 8 Women's History Month activities for elementary students showcase women who are making a difference. Find free downloadables and to easy ideas.

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