What are some fun classroom activities for middle school students (ages 12-14)? [more inside]
posted by canadia on Dec 5, 2009 - 2 answers

What should I include in a 3 hour photography workshop aimed at 30 12-15 year olds? [more inside]
posted by man down under on Nov 22, 2009 - 16 answers

I have just started as a school science technician at an inner city school. Over the holiday I would like to spruce up the 5 science classrooms with displays covering the various disciplines. Does anyone know of any online resources, posters to download/print etc? [more inside]
posted by Saddo on Oct 23, 2009 - 8 answers

So, I bought my young daughers each a Thermos for their school lunchboxes. Great! Now what can I put in them? [more inside]
posted by yawper on Sep 10, 2009 - 10 answers

I've taken responsibility for a very small children's library and I'd love your ideas for making it awesome. [more inside]
posted by serazin on Sep 3, 2009 - 14 answers

What are some school appropriate websites I can use in the classroom? [more inside]
posted by debbie_ann on Jul 13, 2009 - 15 answers

How to keep a Career Day presentation interesting for middle schoolers... [more inside]
posted by trillian on May 11, 2009 - 7 answers

Strategies needed for negotiating with my 6 year old kid's school re: rules, behavior, etc. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 30, 2009 - 26 answers

What websites would you recommend for pre-teens. [more inside]
posted by snsranch on Nov 14, 2008 - 6 answers

Suggestions for bento box dealers? [more inside]
posted by FunkyHelix on Aug 26, 2008 - 8 answers

Can you recommend a summer program, August - Sept, for a bright 15 year old girl living in Queens, NYC? My niece is very smart, loves dance and theater and wants to excel academically. She's starting to make choices that aren't ideal, and (unrelated) do somewhat poorly in Math. I would love to find a program in Queens, or NYC for the month of August that can help her with school, inspire her and encourage her in the right direction. Help?!
posted by quiverandquill on Jul 18, 2008 - 1 answer

Mrs. Spyder and I are thinking about buying a house in the next year or so. With 1 youngster (almost a year old) and one on the way, we're looking to buy in an area with a good school district. Where can I find this information? [more inside]
posted by Spyder's Game on Jun 27, 2008 - 8 answers

How to augment lackluster 1st grade teacher's performance? [more inside]
posted by toastchee on Apr 21, 2008 - 9 answers

Tips for helping a 6th grader, new to riding school busses, enjoy (or at least, tolerate) the process? [more inside]
posted by parilous on Sep 20, 2007 - 36 answers

How can I be a good substitute teacher with elementary schoolers? I need tips on classroom management, keeping kids busy and engaged, or other general advice. [more inside]
posted by HotPatatta on Mar 3, 2007 - 10 answers

My 15 year old is starting to slack off at school. Help me make her understand that she needs to straighten up! [more inside]
posted by keep it tight on Dec 15, 2006 - 39 answers

When is the right time to have kids? My partner and I (24 and 23, respectively) have been together for six years, and are both senior undergraduates. We know that now isn't the right time for kids, but we can't help but feel that it should be soon. [more inside]
posted by arcticwoman on Nov 17, 2005 - 26 answers

How can I keep some unsavory people away from my kids' school? [more inside]
posted by tetsuo on Oct 18, 2005 - 61 answers