It’s that time of year, again. You are driving around, the snow is falling, and there are beautiful lights everywhere. There’s no better time of year to teach students about circuits! Yes, that's right, circuits!

The winter holidays are just around the corner, and many kids are dreaming of an extended holiday break and the big guy in the red suit. With so much excitement in the air, it’s no wonder students and teachers both find it tough to stay focused on learning this time of the year.

It’s the first week of December, and you’re probably still settling back into your work routine. Just when you think you have it all together, you hear a little voice in the next room shout at 6 a.m., “Mom, Snowflake didn’t move!”

Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Children are often eager to help in the kitchen by measuring, mixing, and licking the spoon, of course. These helping hands often have inquiring minds, so why not use the opportunity to introduce some math skills. Here’s a list of some simple ways to mix math into your holiday baking traditions.

The winter months are busy with holiday celebrations and family traditions. It’s a time where people all over the world participate in their own cultural rituals and festivities. It’s also a great time of the year to incorporate a “Holiday’s Around the World” lesson into your classroom.