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Substitute Teacher Tips, Lesson Plans, Fun Facts, Worksheets, and Activities
Amazing Platypus Fun Facts for Kids: Nature's Weirdest Mammal
The platypus might be the strangest animal on Earth! With its duck bill, beaver tail, and ability to lay eggs, this amazing creature...
6 hours ago4 min read
Fun Facts About Walruses
Walruses are some of the most impressive and fascinating marine mammals on Earth! With their massive tusks, wrinkled skin, and incredible...
1 day ago3 min read
Amazing Octopus Fun Facts for Kids: 8-Armed Ocean Geniuses
Octopuses are some of the most incredible and mysterious creatures living in our oceans! With their eight squiggly arms, amazing...
3 days ago4 min read
Fun Facts About Frogs for Kids
Frogs are some of the most amazing and adaptable creatures on Earth! With their incredible jumping abilities, unique life cycles, and...
Sep 293 min read
25 Fun Facts About Jellyfish for Kids + Immortal Jellyfish Facts
Jellyfish might look like floating blobs, but they’re some of the most fascinating creatures in the ocean! With their wobbly bodies,...
Sep 283 min read
Fun Facts About Turtles for Kids
Turtles are some of the most amazing and ancient creatures on Earth! With their protective shells, slow and steady pace, and incredible...
Sep 264 min read
18 Common Grammar Mistakes Kids Make (and How to Fix Them)
Learning grammar is a journey, and mistakes are a natural part of the process. Kids are experimenting with language all the time, and...
Sep 243 min read
Funny This or That Questions for Kids
Sometimes you just need a quick game to get kids talking, laughing, and connecting. That’s where This or That questions come in. They’re...
Sep 172 min read
Cloud Fun Facts for Kids: Learn About the Types of Clouds
Look up at the sky — do you see fluffy white shapes, thin wisps, or dark storm clouds? Clouds are more than just pretty pictures in the...
Sep 103 min read
15 Fun Facts About the Bumpy Snailfish
Bumpy snailfish fun facts and FAQs
Sep 104 min read
24 Would You Rather Questions for Kids
“Would you rather” questions are a fun and simple way to get kids thinking, laughing, and sharing! They spark creativity, encourage...
Sep 93 min read
7 Fun Minute to Win It Games for Kids
Looking for quick, fun activities to energize your classroom? Minute to Win It games are fast challenges where students get 60 seconds...
Sep 82 min read
Fun Facts About Guinea Pigs (Plus Facts for New Owners!)
Guinea pigs are small, squeaky, and super cute animals that many kids love as pets. But did you know they have some surprising secrets?...
Sep 83 min read
Dallas ISD 2025–2026 School Calendar: Key Dates & Holidays
Planning ahead for the school year is essential for teachers, substitutes, and families. Dallas ISD has released its 2025–2026 academic...
Aug 262 min read
Pittsburgh Public School Calendar 2025–2026: First Day, Last Day, Holidays
If you’re planning ahead for the 2025–2026 school year in Pittsburgh, having the right calendar can make all the difference. Knowing key...
Jul 242 min read
Highest-Paying Substitute Teacher Jobs in the U.S. (2025 Update)
Looking to earn top dollar as a substitute teacher? While many subs earn between $100 and $150 per day, some school districts are now...
Jul 162 min read
Fun Facts About Meerkats for Kids
Meerkats are some of the most entertaining and social animals in the animal kingdom! With their upright stance, curious expressions, and...
Jul 153 min read
Giant Panda Fun Facts for Kids
Looking for a high-interest topic that sparks curiosity, works across grade levels, and ties into science, geography, and even math?...
Jul 133 min read
Thanksgiving Fun for Kids: 2025 Dates, Fun Facts & Activity Ideas
Thanksgiving is the perfect opportunity for young learners to explore gratitude, history, and creativity—all while keeping classrooms...
Jul 102 min read
When is Read Across America Day 2026?
Read Across America Day is a nationwide celebration that encourages students of all ages to embrace the joy of reading. Whether you work...
Jul 92 min read
What Day Is That Holiday? A 2025–2026 Guide for Schools and Daycares
Planning ahead is key when you’re managing school or daycare staffing. Whether you’re preparing for closures, holiday programs, or making...
Jul 72 min read
15 Chimpanzee Fun Facts for Kids: Smart, Social & Full of Surprises
Chimpanzees are some of the most fascinating animals on Earth. They’re clever, playful, and share a lot in common with humans! Whether...
Jul 13 min read
Houston 2025–2026 School Calendar: First Day, Start Times & HISD Holidays
Planning ahead f or the HISD 25-26 sc hool year? Whether you’re a teacher, parent, or substitute teacher , knowing the key dates on the...
Jun 303 min read
Austin School Calendar 2025–2026: AISD First Day, Holidays & Last Day
Planning ahead for the school year? Whether you’re a teacher, parent, or substitute teacher , knowing the key dates on the Austin school...
Jun 293 min read
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