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The VariQuest Visual and Kinesthetic Learning Suite Blog contains resources on classroom ideas, lesson plans, industry news, events, and offers throughout education.

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Academic Subject: English Language Arts | Grade Level: Secondary (7-12) | VariQuest Tools: Awards Maker 400 | Academic Subject: Interdisciplinary | Featured Topics: Lessons and Activities

End-of-Year Activity for Grades 9-12: Spread the Word!

By: Margo Ensz
May 8th, 2014

Inspire students to share their love of literature by creating a bumper sticker with their favorite literary quote using the VariQuest Awards Maker.

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Grade Level: Secondary (7-12) | Grade Level: Intermediate (3-6) | VariQuest Tools: Design Center Software | Academic Subject: Interdisciplinary | Featured Topics: Lessons and Activities | Featured Topics: Templates for FREE download

End-of-Year Activity for Grades 6-8: Advice Column Scavenger Hunt

By: Margo Ensz
May 7th, 2014

What better way to welcome new students in your class next year than to share advice from your current students?

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How to Write a Grant eBook

How to Write a Grant eBook

This helpful guide includes an explanation of the grant process, including a checklist (with samples!), and useful links and resources to find funding!

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Grade Level: Primary (PK-2) | Grade Level: Intermediate (3-6) | Academic Subject: Social Studies and History | Featured Topics: Classroom Celebrations/Holidays | Academic Subject: Interdisciplinary | Featured Topics: Lessons and Activities

Get Ready for Earth Day!

By: Margo Ensz
March 24th, 2014

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Grade Level: Secondary (7-12) | Featured Topics: Industry News and Trends | Featured Topics: Student Engagement | Academic Subject: Interdisciplinary

Rethinking Parent Engagement in Urban Schools

By: Margo Ensz
January 30th, 2014

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Grade Level: Secondary (7-12) | VariQuest Tools: Design Center Software | VariQuest Tools: Poster Maker 3600 | Academic Subject: Interdisciplinary | Featured Topics: Lessons and Activities

Grades 9-12: Examining Texts – Identifying Central Idea and Summary

By: Lindsey Graff
December 13th, 2013

Students utilize close reading strategies in order to determine the central idea of a text and provide an objective summary.

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Grade Level: Secondary (7-12) | Featured Topics: Student Engagement | Academic Subject: Interdisciplinary | Featured Topics: Lessons and Activities

Grades 9-12 Activity: Student-centered Learning

By: Lindsey Graff
September 10th, 2013

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Grade Level: Secondary (7-12) | Grade Level: Intermediate (3-6) | Academic Subject: Social Studies and History | Academic Subject: Interdisciplinary | Featured Topics: Lessons and Activities

Biography Book Report

By: Lindsey Graff
August 31st, 2013

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VariQuest Tools: Poster Maker 3600 | VariQuest Tools: Cutout Maker 1800 | Academic Subject: Interdisciplinary | Featured Topics: Lessons and Activities

Teach Healthy Eating Habits with the MyPlate eBook Activity Guide

By: Lindsey Graff
August 31st, 2013

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Grade Level: Primary (PK-2) | Academic Subject: English Language Arts | VariQuest Tools: Poster Maker 3600 | VariQuest Tools: Cutout Maker 1800 | Academic Subject: Interdisciplinary | Featured Topics: Lessons and Activities

Letters-Alphabet Puzzle Pieces Lesson Plan

By: Lindsey Graff
August 31st, 2013

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