Lessons and Ideas

The end of standardized test season is finally here! (Or near.) Whether you think standardized tests are a good idea, or would rather be using your prep time for more creative ventures, the reality is that right now students are required to take them. So we commend the teachers who are going the extra mile to make the process as tolerable as possible. Some of these teachers even made it seem--dare we say--fun. And lucky for us, these test-taking motivation escapades were caught on video. Watch educators perform their own version of "Party Rock Anthem," surprise students with a flash…

Learning about the Bard doesn't have to be boring. You've seen how Flocabulary can spice up math facts and history stories. Now check out out what we can do with literature! We'll share six ways to have fun with Shakespeare here, and don't miss our fifteen different Shakespeare songs to get your kids rocking and learning! 1. True or False? Test your knowledge of the life of William Shakespeare! Shakespeare lived to be an even 52 years old, since he was born and died on April 23. T/F Some of Shakespeare's descendants have survived today and are also famous English playwrights.…

Teaching writing doesn't have to be a struggle. You're already using Flocabulary to spice up vocabulary instruction or make math facts fun... so why not writing, too? We've got plenty of ways to get your students pumped about putting pen to paper.

Do you fear the number 13? If you've looked at your calendar today you've noticed that today is the 13th. Friday the 13th. Are you cowering under your comforter? If you're one of the millions of people that fear this day, you have triskaidekaphobia. Triskaidekaphobia is the fear of the number 13. The word comes from Greek roots; tris meaning "3", kai meaning "and", deka meaning "10" and phobia meaning "fear" or "morbid fear." Triskaidekaphobia became so common that many architects and city planners let it affect their work. Some cities don't have a 13th Street or 13th Avenue. Airports will skip the 13th gate. Hospitals and hotels often won't…