Articles written by Irene Taylor

With so many regional differences in the American Language, teachers can make good use of the Dictionary of American Regional English in their classrooms.

Sep 25, 2010 - Irene Taylor

Review of the in-depth handbook on the psychology major by Jeffrey L. Helms and Daniel T. Rogers. The book is a great resource for those choosing a career.

Aug 1, 2010 - Irene Taylor

Ophthalmologists may perform an eye laser surgery procedure called PTK after traditional eye injury treatments for a recurrent corneal erosion have failed.

Jun 9, 2010 - Irene Taylor

Teachers can use Time for Kids Magazine as a classroom resource to teach current events, classroom mini-lessons and real world reading and writing skills.

Jun 8, 2010 - Irene Taylor

A review of Where's the Wonder in Elementary Math? by Judith McVarish, and its implications for teachers in the mathematics classroom.

Jun 8, 2010 - Irene Taylor

Initial treatments for RCE, recurrent corneal erosion, include antibiotics, ophthalmic ointments like Muro 128, and bandage contacts.

May 31, 2010 - Irene Taylor

A scratched cornea is a common, painful eye injury to the clear part of the eye. Treatments include antibiotics, sodium-based eye drops and a doctor's care.

May 18, 2010 - Irene Taylor

Early childhood programs, children's books, and a school readiness assessment to help kindergarten age children get ready for school.

Feb 20, 2010 - Irene Taylor

Insider guide to skiing at Okemo resort, with mountain facts, trail map and resort info for a family ski vacation or getaway to romantic Vermont.

Dec 29, 2009 - Irene Taylor

Insider guide to skiing at Okemo resort, with top ski slopes, ski trail ratings and resort info for a family ski vacation. This ski resort is located in Ludlow, Vermont.

Dec 29, 2009 - Irene Taylor

Make this Christmas season fun by sharing these great holiday stories with students. Share Christmas stories, Christmas classics and fun Christmas story books.

Nov 30, 2009 - Irene Taylor

Lesson ideas to teach students the elements of a good speech, help them brainstorm good persuasive speech topics, build confidence and practice critical thinking skills.

Nov 25, 2009 - Irene Taylor

This holiday season, use a state or local Christmas tree lighting ceremony to teach map reading and geography to students. Holiday lighting ceremonies abound.

Nov 23, 2009 - Irene Taylor

What educators and schools need to know about the H1N1 swine flu and seasonal flu in schools - symptoms and prevention tips from the CDC and the NEA.

Nov 7, 2009 - Irene Taylor

As schools near their 100th day, plan to celebrate with these reading and math "one hundred" ideas.

Oct 31, 2009 - Irene Taylor

Artist Yoko Ono unveiled her 67-piece puzzle to benefit autism awareness on April 2, World Autism Awareness Day.

Apr 5, 2009 - Irene Taylor

Celebrate one of February's great holidays with your children by engaging them in reading some great Valentine's Day-themed books at home or at school.

Dec 26, 2008 - Irene Taylor

Share Valentine-themed stories and books with your children to start this February holiday off right.

Dec 26, 2008 - Irene Taylor

Make weeks leading up to the Night before Christmas fun by sharing some favorite stories with your children. Classics like the Grinch and Little House join new tales.

Oct 30, 2008 - Irene Taylor

How to meet the challenges of caring for a loved one who has been diagnosed with cancer.

Feb 17, 2008 - Irene Taylor

A great homeschooling book looks at ways to make time spent in the car into learning time for your kids.

Oct 20, 2007 - Irene Taylor

Earth Day is April 22. Here are some ideas for celebrating this special day.

Apr 15, 2007 - Irene Taylor

New teachers need help managing classroom materials. Here's a tip on keeping track of student journals for new teachers to try.

Mar 25, 2007 - Irene Taylor

March 11 is the new date for daylight saving time in 2007. Why set your clocks ahead 3 weeks early?

Mar 6, 2007 - Irene Taylor

Do you build monthly holidays into your lesson plans? Here's an overview of monthly celebrations from January to June.

Feb 22, 2007 - Irene Taylor

Do you use monthly holidays in your lesson plans? Here's an continuing overview of "holidays" from July to December.

Feb 22, 2007 - Irene Taylor

Each March many schools around the country celebrate Read Across America Day on or about March 2. This celebration honors both reading and the birthday of Dr. Seuss.

Feb 21, 2007 - Irene Taylor

It's kindergarten readiness time in day cares and preschools. Is your child prepared for this transition?

Feb 17, 2007 - Irene Taylor

Do you DEAR in your classroom? Drop everything and read is a great way to keep kids reading...

Feb 7, 2007 - Irene Taylor

The winter sky is filled with many wonderful sights and some great astronomy learning opportunities for students. Here are some fun star activities.

Feb 7, 2007 - Irene Taylor

Letter writing and Valentine's Day - they go together. Use this lesson plan to teach about writing letters and the February 14 holiday.

Jan 28, 2007 - Irene Taylor