Courtney Copriviza

Easy Ways to Get Good Handwriting

center Practice and better your handwriting with these simple tips We’ve all been there: you’re reviewing your lecture notes but can’t seem to make out your words as they run together and tilt off the page. It woul...

How to Tell Time on a Clock: Step-by-Step Guide & Practice Examples

Plus, tips and tricks to help you tell time fasterTime is money. Time is of the essence. Time is, well, important, and it’s even more important as you grow up—it can help you know when to meet a friend, have dinner, ...

How to Teach Kids to Tell Time and Read a Clock

Introduce children to key timekeeping concepts Telling time is a tricky business, especially for kids. But as a parent or teacher, you can make learning how to tell time a fun activity by making clocks with your kid. Bef...

States and Capitals Quiz

Do you know the capital of New York? What about Montana, or North Dakota? This quiz puts your knowledge of all the US states and capitals to the ultimate test. So, are you a certified geography buff or a total rookie? H...

How to

Write Neatly

Although most people receive some kind of training in proper handwriting techniques as small children, we often let go of those lessons as we grow up. Especially in an age when communication and note-taking have moved in...

How to Teach Good Handwriting

Even in a world of computers and smartphones, handwriting is an essential skill on its own merits. It’s also a learning tool that improves overall academic success. Teaching handwriting can be challenging but also very...

How to

Improve Your Handwriting in a Month

Handwriting is more than just a method of communication. It is an expression of your identity. In order to improve your handwriting in as little as 30 days, you will need to create a personalized improvement plan, practi...

How to

Change Your Handwriting

If you always get comments on how sloppy your handwriting is, maybe you're ready to change it up. You can simply improve it with a few tips or by focusing on how you make your letters. However, if you want a different st...

How to

Have Beautiful Writing

Handwriting can seem like an ancient relic in our modern world; some even claim that teaching cursive writing in schools is “obsolete” and a “waste of time.” But everyone needs to put pen to paper at least occasi...

How to

Write a Scheme of Work

A scheme of work is a plan for instructors to outline what they will teach during an academic term or period. To write one, check to see if your institution has a template or specific requirements. Otherwise, look online...

10+ Simple Ways to Get Consistent, Controlled Handwriting Today

Having consistent handwriting, or handwriting that always looks the same, can make your handwritten documents stand out from the pack and be a personal style statement. If you’ve decided that you want your handwriting ...

How to

Teach Decimals

Decimals can be tricky, so it’s important to break them down step by step. Start by explaining whole number place values, like tens and hundreds. Describe decimals as “in-between” numbers with their own set of plac...

How to

Teach Nouns

Teaching students the parts of speech might seem like a daunting task. But with a little creativity on your part, it can actually be fun for both you and your students. Start by giving your students a clear overview of w...

How to

Teach Your Child the Days of the Week

Teaching your child the days of the week is a great way to help them understand time. You can easily help them to learn about the days of the week by incorporating calendar time into your daily routine. Your child may al...

How to

Introduce Numbers to Kindergartners

An understanding of numbers is crucial in our daily lives. By kindergarten, most children can learn to count and develop a basic sense of how numbers function. This work is important; it prepares them for the more comple...

How to

Keep a Large Group of Kids Calm, Quiet and Respectful

Working with a large group of kids can be a lot of fun. However, there may be some times when the group you are working with gets a bit too loud or out of control. While this can be aggravating, it's best to keep your ...

How to

Teach Subtraction

Children often struggle to grasp the formal concept of subtraction. When teaching students how to subtract, it can be helpful to present the concept to them in a variety of formats. After introducing basic subtraction pr...

How to Teach with a Master's Degree

If you have a master's degree and you want to teach, you're in luck. You have several opportunities available to you. Without a teaching certificate, you can still teach as an adjunct professor or even as a teacher in a ...