Elementary school teachers (also called primary school teachers) teach children from kindergarten up to the sixth grade. They teach things like: numbers, language, science, and social studies. Also, they teach emotional and social skills, along with manners. Elementary school teachers are expected to teach a variety of things and a variety of children. When not in front of a class, teachers spend their time putting together lesson plans for upcoming classes and grading students’ work. Part of their job is figuring out interesting, interactive, and fun ideas to teach a certain subject. They use lectures, group discussions, hands-on activities, and computer programs to engage and teach their students. The knowledge that teachers pass on to their students includes not just academic subjects, but also certain values, attitudes, and life skills. Elementary school teachers monitor children’s social skills and try to resolve any problems they see to improve the child's behaviors. They are also on the lookout for accidents, signs of illness, and learning problems. Teachers meet with other teachers, and do paperwork and design lessons. They also supervise school clubs and playground activities, take students on field trips, meet with parents, and keep parents informed of students’ progress through report cards and conferences.