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The term "skyscraper" came into use in the 1880s just after the first skyscrapers had been built. The term was originally used for buildings over 10 stories in height.
By LWT staff
3 minutes
Teaching Tips, Announcements
Now that the first day of school has come and gone, it’s time to get into the swing of the new school year. But, just because you’ve welcomed your students on the first day doesn’t mean they’ve fallen into step with your classroom routine! Check out these fun five ways to welcome back your students while building a routine.
By LWT staff
3 minutes
Multisensory Learning, Edtech
Start Your School Year Digitally
By Start Your School Year Digitally
2 minutes
Multisensory Learning, Home Connection
3 Ways to Celebrate Eat Outside Day + a Free Download
By Monet Stevens
2 minutes
Multisensory Learning, Announcements
It’s time to bundle up! Well, it’s not time to bundle up because of frightful weather just yet, but it is time to head back to school and bundle handwriting student editions and keyboarding licenses. Start your school year strong with our bundles to maximize success while saving money!
By LWT staff
2 minutes
Teaching Tips, Multisensory Learning
Happy Left-Handers Day
By Happy Left-Handers Day
2 minutes
Teaching Tips, Multisensory Learning
For all those who find themselves lost in a land created in the mind of an author or assuming the role of architect in the construction of young imaginations, cementing fresh new words and sentences into the mind, today is for you.
By LWT staff
2 minutes
Home Connection, In the News
Today, August 4, Learning Without Tears is celebrating our service members in the US Coast Guard.
By LWT staff
3 minutes
Teaching Tips, Announcements
Taking your teaching to the next level has never been easier—and now you can do so with just a click with our new Virtual Professional Development Hub!
By LWT staff
1 minute