About 10 minutes into the first episode of FX’s new show English Teacher, a childhood memory came rushing back … I’m 8 years old, and we’re watching E.R. as a family. Something happens on the screen—a gurney comes rushing through...
It can be difficult for students—and even some adults—to feel confident in their understanding of finances. After all, money can be a source of stability, but it can also be anxiety-inducing when a person doesn’t feel financially literate or in...
Life can get pretty busy—how often do we stop and reflect on all of the goodness around us? Probably not often enough. Being thankful is scientifically proven to improve the quality of our lives, so it’s something we should definitely...
Bullying creates a toxic environment, impacting not just the victims but the entire classroom dynamic. We’ve all experienced how even the smallest incidents can create tension and unease among students. As teachers, it’s our responsibility to foster an environment where...
For better or for worse, visual information is the new internet, and infographics are pioneers in mashing information and images together in a way that hopefully tells a story, provides utility, or both. You need a few basic ‘things’ to...
Thanksgiving is the perfect season to bring the warm glowing colors of autumn inside. These kid-friendly DIY Thanksgiving crafts and art projects can be made in the classroom, during art class, or as stations. Or you can make them at...
“As adults, we forget the empathy side of invention.” That’s just one of the nuggets I’m taking from The Henry Ford professional development courses I recently completed. They really got me thinking about how we as teachers can empower students...
It’s spooky season, and what better way to get into the spirit than by testing your knowledge with some Halloween trivia? Test your expertise on all things eerie and mysterious with these trivia questions that are sure to challenge and...
As a new mom, I have all sorts of questions about early childhood education that I never had as a secondary school teacher. I often find myself wondering whether the digital content my son consumes can be more than just...
We always try to look for deals on board games this time of year in preparation for indoor recess and the winter holidays. Personally, I like to stock up on board games when they’re on sale so I can donate...
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