Lesson Planning, Science, Special Events, Teachers and Teaching

Head in the Clouds?

Posted by Diane Badden on March 22, 2017 | 3 comments

If one day is better than another to have your head in the clouds, I suggest tomorrow. Here’s my reason. Thursday, March 23, 2017, is World Meteorological Day. (Say that fast three times, and you’ll wish your head was in the clouds today!) Anyway, this year’s theme is “Understanding Clouds.” You probably know that clouds…

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The Dog Ate It…Really! Believe This too: There Are Prizes for You to Win Plus a Free Reading Event

Posted by Karen Brudnak on February 16, 2015 | 20 comments

Shredded. That’s the only word that could describe my kindergartner’s Hundred Day homework assignment. Believe me, the dog at the homework! And believe this: I’ve got giveaways, prizes, and more!

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Zoom In to Take a Close Look at Freebies, Prizes, and More for Teachers! Win a Book!

Posted by Karen Brudnak on October 21, 2014 | 11 comments

Take a closer look. What does an ant’s eyeball look like? How can a cauliflower help with math homework? Zoom in to win a book and learn about freebies, contests, and more for teachers!

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Prizes Every Five Minutes!

Posted by Karen Brudnak on May 7, 2013 | 30 comments

Sign up to attend our free online workshop, sponsored by The Mailbox and Walmart, and you’ll have a chance to win prizes that are just what you need for the classroom. Plus when you submit a comment to my blog, you’ll be entered to win $50 cash!

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Start the New Year With a Good Book—Plus Enter to WIN a Book for Your Class!

Posted by Karen Brudnak on January 4, 2013 | 30 comments

“Excuse me, I’m trying to read!” What could be more wonderful to hear? Win a book by that same title for your classroom!

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Check Out Our Featured Freebies PLUS Win a Book About the History of Thanksgiving!

Posted by Karen Brudnak on November 13, 2012 | 20 comments

When did we begin celebrating Thanksgiving? One lucky reader will find out–and win my copy of the book “Sarah Gives Thanks”. Enter now!

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Party On! Freebies Plus a Book for Celebrating Favorite Authors’ Birthdays!

Posted by Karen Brudnak on October 5, 2012 | 11 comments

We just had a birthday party at my house. Perhaps that’s why the book “Happy Birthday, Dear Author!” caught my attention. This book contains hundreds of ideas for celebrating favorite authors. Enter our drawing; you could be our lucky winner!