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Math Learning Center - Virtual Manipulatives
Math Learning Center - Virtual Manipulatives
Math Learning Center - Virtual Manipulatives

These apps are based on the visual models featured in Bridges in Mathematics. All apps are available in two or more versions: a web app for all modern browsers, and downloadable versions for specific operating systems and devices (such as Apple iOS for iPad).
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Open Middle
Open Middle
Open Middle

A problem bank for all grades. Open middle problems generally require a higher Depth of Knowledge than most problems that assess procedural and conceptual understanding. They support the Common Core State Standards and provide students with opportunities for discussing their thinking.
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Standards-Based Math Activities
Standards-Based Math Activities
Standards-Based Math Activities

Mathwire.com offers standards-based math activities for students.
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The California Department of Education - Mathematics Frameworks
The California Department of Education - Mathematics Frameworks
The California Department of Education - Mathematics Frameworks

The California Department of Education (CDE) provides State Board of Education adopted Mathematics Framework by individual grade chapters.
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Khan Academy - Academic Support
Khan Academy - Academic Support
Khan Academy - Academic Support

Khan Academy provides math, science, computing, economics, and more subject resources, including extensive practice activities, by grade level, tailored to learners, teachers, and parents.
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Encouraging Child's Curiosity Through Science
Encouraging Child's Curiosity Through Science
Encouraging Child's Curiosity Through Science

WikiHow shares best-practices and tips that parents can practice instilling love of science in their child.
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Identifying Signs of Stress in Your Children and Teens
Identifying Signs of Stress in Your Children and Teens
Identifying Signs of Stress in Your Children and Teens

The American Psychological Association (APA) emphasizes the importance of adults tuning into emotional or behavioral cues to interact effectively with children and teens who are experiencing stress.
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Social Emotional Learning
Social Emotional Learning
Social Emotional Learning

TeacherVision provides printables, lessons, and other resources to support students with social and emotional issues.
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Best Practices for Schools - Resources and More
Best Practices for Schools - Resources and More
Best Practices for Schools - Resources and More

Live Well San Diego offers best practices in helping schools support student health and development.
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How Do Principals Really Improve Schools
How Do Principals Really Improve Schools
How Do Principals Really Improve Schools

Two principals discuss and advocate for the use of professional learning communities to improve student learning.
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Tell Me About ... The Teacher Who Made the Difference
Tell Me About ... The Teacher Who Made the Difference
Tell Me About ... The Teacher Who Made the Difference

Heartfelt descriptions of teachers who have made a difference in the lives of their students.
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Build School Connectedness and Positive Climate: Quick-Start Tips
Build School Connectedness and Positive Climate: Quick-Start Tips
Build School Connectedness and Positive Climate: Quick-Start Tips

Quick start tips to build school connectedness and a positive culture that are free!
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2019 Education Research Highlights
2019 Education Research Highlights
2019 Education Research Highlights

Every year brings new insights—and cautionary tales—about what works in education. This article highlights education research studies from 2019.
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5 Quick Classroom-Management Tips for Novice Teachers
5 Quick Classroom-Management Tips for Novice Teachers
5 Quick Classroom-Management Tips for Novice Teachers

Rebecca Alber share classroom management tips for newer teachers. This article is hosted on the Edutopia.org website, a source for a wide range of information and resources educators.
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The Principal's Role in Successful Schools: Creating a Positive School Culture
The Principal's Role in Successful Schools: Creating a Positive School Culture
The Principal's Role in Successful Schools: Creating a Positive School Culture

"Positive school culture is the heart of improvement and growth in any building", writes Shelly Habegger for Principal Magazine. This article discusses the principal's role in school success.
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Nonverbal Communication: Body Language and Tone of Voice
Nonverbal Communication: Body Language and Tone of Voice
Nonverbal Communication: Body Language and Tone of Voice

This webpage details why nonverbal communication is important, as well as some methods to improve parental, child, and family nonverbal communication methods and tone of voice.
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Best Practice Guidance for Restorative Practice
Best Practice Guidance for Restorative Practice
Best Practice Guidance for Restorative Practice

This report summarizes restorative practice techniques and defines a step-by-step process that can be followed by the practitioner.
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FamilyEducation
FamilyEducation
FamilyEducation

FamilyEducation is a parenting website that provides resources to parents at every stage, from pregnancy to raising toddlers, and teens.
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National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse
National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse
National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse

This website provides resources and information to support strong fathers and families.
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Improving Kids' Social Skills
Improving Kids' Social Skills
Improving Kids' Social Skills

This webpage details the different stages of social development, as well as best-practices for improving social development and how to reinforce specific social skills.
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Parent Toolkit - Resources
Parent Toolkit - Resources
Parent Toolkit - Resources

Parent Toolkit is a one-stop resource developed with parents in mind. It’s produced by NBC News Education Nation and supported by Pearson and includes information about almost every aspect of your child’s development, because they're all connected. Healthy, successful children can excel in many areas – in the classroom, on the court, and in their relationships with peers and adults. The Parent Toolkit also supports children's social and emotional development by providing tips to help children with self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationships, and responsible decision-making.
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Social Skills - Grade by Grade
Social Skills - Grade by Grade
Social Skills - Grade by Grade

Scholastic discusses the grade-level social skills that teachers tend to look for and how to teach it. Skills range from sharing and being polite in Pre-K to accountability and perspective in Grades 4-5.
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Friends and Feelings
Friends and Feelings
Friends and Feelings

Understood.org provides a variety of information and recommendations to support children and teens in expressing their emotions and developing relationships.
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Family Communication
Family Communication
Family Communication

This webpage provides a series of links to assist parents communicating with their children. Resources detail verbal and non-verbal communication, as well as some best practices for handling conflict and anger.