Lessons and Ideas

Students at PS 57 in NYC created this fantastic video for Flocabulary's "Chinese Knowledge" song from Hip-Hop History of the World: Part I. Acting, costumes, props, choreography--they did it all! We were blown away and think you’ll be, too. A film project is the perfect way to wrap up a year of Flocabulary. This easy-to-follow lesson plan will help you make your own video. When you’re done, send it our way—we’d love to see what your students can do! The Lesson Plan: Part One: Learn the Content 1. Choose the song and unit. 2. Divide the song into sections. Assign…

Five ways to get kids playing and learning The national focus on standardized testing has left behind the once-sacred time for kids to race to the top of the jungle gym. Recess is in retreat, and the lack of time for play may actually be hurting students—and their test scores. Simply put, play is good for you. Here are five ways you can give your kids a brain break: 1. Give your students at least 15 minutes a day of recess A study in the journal Pediatrics found that adding just 15 minutes a day of recess improves student behavior…

Alex Rappaport, co-founder and CEO of Flocabulary, has spent the last few years transforming an idea into a business and a business into a movement. It's been an eventful year for Flocabulary: From producing new programs to fending off attacks from Tucker Carlson and Glenn Beck. We sat down with Alex (he doesn't sit far away) and asked him to reflect on education, entrepreneurship, and life. 1. What do you find most rewarding about your job? Are there particular moments that stand out? I feel very lucky to have the opportunity to work on something that helps people. Running a business can…