VEX IQ Mix and Match: A Gateway to STEM Robotics for Kids
VEX IQ Mix & Match: Inspiring STEM Through Robotics The 2025–2026 VEX IQ Robotics Competition game, Mix & Match, offers students an exciting new challenge to solve using engineering, programming, and teamwork. In this new game, two-robot alliances work together to build and score using color-coded pins and beams. It’s fun, fast-paced, and full of […]
Essential Phonics Rules for Beginning Readers
As a 2nd grade teacher working with English learners, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful phonics instruction can be. Some of my students come to school knowing little to no English, while others speak fluently but struggle to decode new words. For all of them, mastering essential phonics rules isn’t just about passing a test—it’s the […]
How to Start Strong with Student Journaling Ideas That Stick
Each new school year brings a fresh opportunity to help students build meaningful habits that support both their academic and emotional growth. One of the most effective and low-prep tools for this is journaling. Done consistently, journaling can build writing fluency, deepen student reflection, and give every child a safe space to express themselves. But […]
3rd Grade Wonders Spelling Words
Explore the complete list of 3rd Grade Wonders Spelling Words! Organized by unit and week, this resource helps parents support their child’s spelling, reading, and writing success.
2nd Grade Wonders Spelling Words List
Explore the complete list of 2nd Grade Wonders Spelling Words, designed to boost vocabulary and spelling skills with fun and engaging activities!
1st Grade Wonders Spelling Words List
The complete list of 1st Grade Wonders Spelling Words! Support your child with weekly spelling lists designed to build reading and writing skills.
Phonics Spelling Rules That Should Be Taught
Phonics Spelling Rules That Should Be Taught When kids and adults learn to read, they make connections between how words sound and what the letters stand for. The way phonics is taught helps make these connections. The rules and patterns of spelling are also taught through phonics. It shows how to use syllables, which are […]
Phonics Learn the Alphabet
Phonics Learn the Alphabet Names and Sounds This webpage contains resources for teaching the alphabet and related phonics. It goes from A – Z. The video resources here are from YouTube creators. They are not the creation of EdThings.com. Jack Hartman and Alphablocks are very popular amongst teachers for reinforcing phonics lessons. Phonemes/Spellings A a […]
2nd Grade Benchmark Advanced Language Resources
Explore our comprehensive collection of 2nd Grade Benchmark Advanced Language Arts resources, aligned with the Benchmark Advanced curriculum. Our materials include vocabulary words, spelling lists, engaging videos, and interactive crossword puzzles, all designed to enhance students’ language skills. Each unit is thoughtfully organized to support effective learning and teaching.
Unit 6 Week 3 Spelling Test Video 18
2nd Grade Spelling Test Video #18 Benchmark Advanced Unit 6 Week 3 2nd Grade Resources Links to other Unit 6 Week 3 Resources Spelling List 18 – Unit 6 Week 3 Vocabulary Words and Definitions Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle https://youtu.be/o9j_Z4RlAgA Numbered Spelling Test Paper