Arizona PBS Writes: Articles for Families and Educators

Every month, we share tips and articles by Arizona teachers Marissa Will, who teaches third grade, and RikkiLynn Archibeque, who teaches high school history and government. In partnership with First Things First, Arizona’s early childhood agency, we’re also sharing resources related to early childhood development for children from birth to age 5.

Read the latest articles below, or explore past posts. Then join us at Arizona PBS KIDS on Facebook to share your ideas with us.
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A quick guide to AZPBS KIDS online summer resources

May 12

School is almost out, but there are ways to keep learning through PBS KIDS. Here are some useful summer resources to keep your child engaged.

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 May 11

Finding credible parenting information in a world full of advice

 May 5

Memorable Mother’s Day gift helps students put moms in the spotlight

 April 28

How to inspire students to care for our planet this Earth Month

 April 16

Camping with kids: How to build family connections outdoors

 April 10

Three steps for a better bedtime routine

 

Celebrate small victories: Why teaching is about more than a score

 March 17

What students can learn from women who fought for equality in education

 March 10

Five ways teachers can build neuroinclusive classrooms

 March 5

How educators can promote writing skills in a tech-heavy world

 Feb. 20

Bringing democracy home: Using the State of the Union to teach civil dialogue

 Feb. 11

Teaching the value of dental hygiene during Children’s Dental Health Month

 Feb. 5

Celebrating Arizona Statehood Day in the classroom

 Jan. 27

Turning ‘trash’ into treasure with junk journals in the classroom

 

Helping students come back to school and feel motivated after break

 Jan. 15

Using Bingo in the classroom to encourage positivity and new goals

 Jan. 12

Why Martin Luther King Jr.’s message still matters in classrooms today