Teaching Kids

“I couldn’t come to class because my car was possessed.” Gone are the days of telling the teacher, “My dog ate my homework.” Students are creating increasingly creative excuses—many of which boggle the mind of any sane, logical person. Conversation with a Student chronicles such interactions between today’s students and a college professor. Some of the conversations are humorous, some are outrageous, and some border on the frightening side of life.

Discover the perfect children's story that combines learning, adventure, and important life skills in one delightful package! Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya—three curious, diverse friends—as they embark on an exciting journey through their community, learning valuable lessons about organization, animal care, and helping others. This charming adventure, ideal for readers ages 6-9, weaves together multiple special celebrations including World Veterinary Day and National Kids and Pets Day into a story that both entertains and educates. Perfect for: Parents seeking stories with diverse ...

The #1 skill your child won’t learn in school — yet it will shape their entire future. What if your child could confidently save, spend, and invest before they even hit their teens? Kids & Money: Mastering the Art of Wealth turns financial education into a colorful, story-driven experience that actually sticks. Packed with vibrant illustrations, practical lessons, and interactive activities, this all-in-one financial handbook is designed for kids ages 8 to 13 who are ready to start thinking smart about money. Inside this full-color guide, your child will discover: How Emma and Ethan, a ...

20 Fundamental Life Skills Every Child Should Learn Before Middle School "Life Skills Playbook for Elementary Kids" is an educational life skills book tailored for elementary-aged children, designed to prepare them for the exciting journey of increased independence. A collection of 20 essential life skills are individually presented through heartwarming and engaging animal stories that resonate with young readers, making learning both fun and memorable. These stories introduce skills and embed valuable lessons in teamwork, kindness, and perseverance. Following each short story, the book ...

Growing Up Money Smart: A Kid's Guide to Financial Success Money makes the world go round—but how does it work? In Growing Up Money Smart, kids will embark on an exciting journey to understand money like never before! From earning their first dollar to saving for their biggest dreams, this fun and easy-to-follow guide introduces essential financial skills every young person needs to succeed. Packed with real-life tips, engaging activities, and cool facts, this book covers everything from earning and saving to donating, spending wisely, and creating a simple budget. Kids will also discover...

My name is Andy LaPointe and welcome to Personal Finance Strategies for Raising Kids This step-by-step book is a result of my 15 years in the financial industry as a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA), Series 7 stockbroker and mutual fund wholesaler. In addition, this book is also Kid Approved. This means teenagers, my daughter Alena along with several of her teenage friends, reviewed all of the information in this book and approved it as the most vital personal finance skills kids need to learn. You see, during my years as a Registered Investment Advisor and mutual fund wholesaler, I have...

In the current project focused on grammar books for various classes, Mr. Sarkar has made a concerted effort to simplify English grammar and writing skills for primary-level students. He conducted extensive research on the syllabi of different state and national school boards to identify a common thread. While some boards emphasize specific chapters of English grammar, others overlook them entirely. Mr. Sarkar has aimed to synthesize these varying approaches and present them as a cohesive summary of English grammar and composition. As a result, his book may not fully align with any single ...

Nationally bestselling author Loral Langemeier and coauthor Kyle Boeckman have been proving for years that it's possible to raise kids who are smart about money—and that ultimate success is practically guaranteed if it's done thoughtfully and consistently.

In a world dominated by screens, devices, and digital conveniences, essential life skills are quietly fading away. The Lost Skills: What Children Aren’t Learning in the Digital Age by Robert Varton delves into the alarming gap between the digital proficiency that today’s children possess and the crucial life skills that are slowly being forgotten. From handwriting and face-to-face social interaction to problem-solving without Google and navigating without GPS, this book explores the everyday competencies that are slipping through the cracks in the era of technology. Varton sheds light ...

Secrets To Being A Super Grandparent is a treasure book of pointers that can help anyone who wants to excel as a grandparent. Do you want a great relationship with your grandchildren? Of course! These ideas, conversation topics and activities will give you simple principles and inexpensive ways to add joy and lasting meaning to your time together. You’ll instill your own positive family values and build closeness that lasts! COMMENTS FROM READERS: “A little treasure trunk of ideas for grandparenting. I loved it. I particularly like all of the suggested activities that allow the children...

10 minute plays for kids of all ages #2 is an additional collection of original, royalty-free, plays excellent for any audience. These scripts will work for intermediate drama students, to high school acting classes, and even multi-aged youth groups. Each play is versatile and can be staged as a reader’s theatre, a short parent recital, or even adapted into full stage productions. Most roles are gender flexible and range from 5 to 13 players, with the option to add more if needed. All plays are age-appropriate without concern about subjects or language. Kids as young as 5yrs have watched ...

In Benny Builds His Dreamboat, Benny the Bunny and his forest friends embark on a challenging project to build a boat for their voyage south, where they hope to escape the cold winters of Whispering Woods and find warmer weather. Along the way, they face numerous obstacles that threaten to derail their plans—mismatched materials, structural setbacks, and disagreements about how to construct the boat. As the challenges pile up, the group begins to doubt whether they will finish the boat in time for their journey. Despite these setbacks, Benny’s determination and the support of his ...

Meditation And Geometry For The Youth explores geometry and meditation together. Geometry assists our understanding of the physical world, meditation assists our understanding of our inner world. Learn how to meditate while learning about the four dimensions of geometry. And learn how to teach meditation in non-denominational manner through geometry. Great discussion material and direction for meditation. Meditation and Geometry For The Youth is an educational enlightening non-secular meditation learning experience. Meditation and Geometry together in a simple format to enable everyone and ...

Did you know that children begin developing their relationship with money in their toddler years? Introducing Piggy Bank Tales: Empowering Parents with Stories and Activities to Nurture Lifelong Money Wisdom in Their Children" Research has consistently emphasized the significance of early financial education in equipping children with essential money management skills that will positively impact their lives. As parents and teachers, we hold a unique opportunity to sow the seeds of financial wisdom from an early age, and "Piggy Bank Tales" offers the perfect platform to embark on this ...

Empower Your Children with Lifelong Money Skills for the Digital Age! In today’s fast-paced digital world, financial literacy is more critical than ever—but how do you teach kids to manage money when cash is invisible and purchases are just a click away? Raising Financially Savvy Kids in a Digital World is your essential guide to equipping children with the knowledge, habits, and confidence they need to thrive financially. What’s Inside? Foundational Concepts: Learn how to explain earning, saving, spending, and investing in ways that resonate with kids of all ages. Digital Money ...

It is my passion to share the art of storytelling with the next generation, teaching them important aspects through fun games—learning, while they didn’t realise they are learning. I launched an after school club teaching this craft. It has been an enormous success. This book is the product of one activity from the club. A Collection of Clever, Fun, Short Stories Inspired by Children Learning the Craft of Storytelling. T. P. Heath is a screenwriter and author of over twenty novels, mostly thrillers under the name Tim Heath, and the author of the Twiggy Rattlesnake series.

The Frizzletwirping Festival Fiasco A Benny's Brave Adventure Series Now includes a Bonus Vocabulary Builder for curious young readers! 🎪 A pie-throwing, trampoline-bouncing, word-whizzing woodland adventure! Whispering Woods is hosting its wildest event of the year—The Frizzletwirping Festival! With buzzing bees in synchronized flight, contests gone comically wrong, and critters causing chaos at every turn, it’s a celebration like no other. Benny the Bunny dreams of winning big, but when prankster Rocky Raccoon plays dirty, Benny must choose: compete at any cost—or stand up for ...

🌟 Perfect for Ages 6-9 Educational Adventure Series Read-Aloud Favorite 🌟 When ordinary front steps start humming a magical tune, three best friends discover an enchanted garden where six special celebrations come to life! Join Imani (with her mysterious glowing medallion), Tommy (and his spinning compass), and Maya (the collector of magical objects) as they tumble through a shimmering portal into the most extraordinary adventure yet. In the Garden of Many Days, they must complete six magical challenges that teach valuable life lessons about kindness, listening, organization, ...

The Buzzing Kitten Kingdom Join three best friends on a magical adventure that teaches children about kindness, teamwork, and protecting our natural world! When Imani, Tommy, and Maya discover a mysterious treasure box filled with glowing objects, they're whisked away to the enchanting Buzzing Kitten Kingdom – a magical realm where tiny kittens and golden bees work together to keep their world in perfect harmony. Perfect for children ages 6-9, this beautifully crafted chapter book combines adventure, friendship, and gentle life lessons that parents and teachers love: ✨ Environmental ...

Talking About Microaggressions is a powerful resource for parents and educators to guide others in understanding and responding to unintentionally hurtful words, phrases and actions. Through insightful examples and thought-provoking critical questions, real-life scenarios are explored to develop easy to implement practical advice on how to interrupt, question, and engage constructively against microaggressions. This book empowers readers to take action against microaggressions in their daily lives with step by step suggestions for supporting victims and denormalizing harmful behaviors. By ...