As you prepare your curriculum for May, it is important to consider incorporating culture and flavor into your lesson plans. Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican holiday that is celebrated, quite obviously, on May 5. This is a great time to introduce your students to this holiday, to explain the history of it, and to […]
Prompts for Holidays
St Patrick’s Day Story Starters
St Patrick’s Day— It’s a holiday filled with mischievous fun and magical discoveries at the end of the rainbow. Students love the excitement surrounding St. Patrick’s Day, so it’s great to capitalize on that joy and incorporate the holiday into your classroom lesson plans. If your students keep a journal in your class or creative writing […]
35 Hanukkah Holiday Journal Writing Ideas for Kids
The fun and excitement of the holiday season provides creative writing and journaling opportunities for kids to explore the various religious and spiritual practices that take place this time of year. Hanukkah is observed for eight nights and days and is also known as the Festival of Lights and the Feast of Dedication. Hanukkah, which is celebrated […]
22 Writing Ideas about Halloween
Halloween is a holiday of fun and creativity and many people enjoy letting their imaginations run wild this time of year. In addition to the enjoyment of finding the right costume, looking forward to parties, and collecting candy, writing about this spooky holiday can be a wonderful creative outlet for kids of all ages. Sometimes writing can be tough, but […]
December Writing Ideas: 30 Holiday Journal Prompts
The holiday season is a joyous time filled with love, laughter, and happy memories. It’s also a great opportunity for kids to get creative and have fun with some silly journal prompts. During December, students will have the chance to create their own stories and reflect on their favorite holiday experiences with these new journal […]
Women’s History Month Writing Prompts: 50 Ideas
March is Women’s History Month— March is Women’s History Month (and March 8th is International Women’s Day), and it is the perfect opportunity to get your students thinking about the roles of women in America and the ways in which women still struggle to gain equality. Between lessons on famous women and the feminist movement, […]
