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Watching how your students take notes can sometimes be troublesome, especially if they have no organizational method whatsoever. This doesn’t have to be the case. Teach your students to use the Cornell Note-Taking System. Developed by Dr. Walter Pauk in the 1950s at Cornell University, these notes provide a structure for students to review and […]
Young readers sometimes need a little motivation to pick up a book. One way to keep your child interested in reading is to find a favorite book series. Introducing your child to a series provides a chance for him or her to fall in love with characters and explore the characters’ worlds over and over […]
There’s a good chance you’ve heard the term Lexile mentioned by teachers, administrators, and maybe even your child. What exactly is Lexile? Why is it important? What does it mean for my child or my students? Don’t worry! The Simple Solutions team is here to help you understand the ins-and-outs of Lexile measures. What is […]
Oh, the weather outside is frightful, the fire is so delightful, and since you’ve no place to go—the kids will need something to do! Perhaps having your child curl up with a good book is the answer! But what to have them read? Whether you’re looking for a mystery, a fairy tale, a work of […]
Yes, it is that time of year again—the snow and cold temperatures are coming! While you might already have the required assignments your school district recommends for students’ blizzard bags, why not mix it up with some other fun things they can do as well? Here are 5 recommendations: Turn on the Tube: Public television […]
“I didn’t know there were Simple Solutions digital quizzes available!” Oh, no! This is not what we at Simple Solutions want to hear! The Simple Solutions digital quizzes are such a valuable resource. The tool can be found in the S2TaR Center and is easy to use. Online grading allows you to quickly find out what […]
Worksheet Generator Hi there, Simple Solutions math teachers! Have you checked out the Simple Solutions Worksheet Generator yet? If not, it is definitely worth your time to take a look. Plus, it is included with the purchase of your Simple Solutions math books! The Worksheet Generator can create customized worksheets for review of those troublesome […]
Apple season is here! But apples aren’t just for the lunch room anymore! The classroom activities are endless. Whether you are looking for an engaging writing project, an interactive science lesson, or a cross-curricular unit, Simple Solutions has got you covered. Below are some possibilities to help you “harvest” the most from your class this […]
Welcome to the Simple Solutions Teacher Editions and Resource Center! The Simple Solutions S2TaR Center is more than just the convenience of digital teacher editions. It is the other half of the Simple Solutions approach to help raise test scores, build student confidence, and improve long-term retention while saving valuable class time. Access to the S2TaR […]
A cicada craze is taking hold at Simple Solutions! Why? It happens somewhere almost every year, and this year it’s happening in our home state! Any day now, the 17-year cicadas (Brood V) will most likely be arriving in Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia, and Maryland. (If you don’t live in any of these states, […]