Club for Beginners

I'm the coach of a club of about 15 beginners, and all of them are in elementary or middle school. Most of them are at a very basic level; many do not see hanging pieces. I was wondering what were some good ways to get them to improve (mostly tactics I suppose, as well as basic endgame). We only have 1.5 hours per week, and it would be best if you guys could suggest exercises that involve their actively playing rather than just watching. Thanks in advance for all suggestions!

Have you read this:  http://susanpolgar.blogspot.com/2011/02/free-chess-training-guide-curriculum.html  ?

Oh, I thought you were starting one here (which sounds like a good idea actually).

 Well i have taught many of my family members how to play chess, What i did was any piece they developed i would attack it A.S.P. because  they forget about that piece to try and develope another one. Soon they learn on their own that when i attacked their pieces with my queen that they don't always have to move or retreat that piece, but could PROTECT it by developing another piece! You have to make them understand the relationship between the pieces by threatning everything they play.         lol

I have been teaching chess to kids in the age 5-10 for 3 years.

I suggest you use the step by step method, its really awesome!

Here is the website: http://www.stappenmethode.nl/

You might also want to check out IM Igor Khmelnitsky at either  http://www.iamcoach.com/chess/ or http://www.chessville.com/IK/index.htm for ideas.

Personally, I think learning basic principles, increasing your general understandng of the game and learning "how to think" are good building blocks for any potential player. 

Thanks guys, I think the Susan Polgar one is exactly what I'm looking for!

happy to help