Once the first leaf drops in autumn, it’s time to study all things fall and leaves. From how they turn from green to red and yellow to symmetry and using leaves in fall activities, like classroom bingo and collages, leaves...
contributed by Samantha Saumell, I Have, Not I Am All teachers want to help students become successful readers and writers. Whether students like reading or writing, they are readers and writers, whether they know it or not. Students sometimes think that...
Have you ever noticed that you use a lot of the same redirections with your middle school students that you do with your feline companion? They don’t call it “herding cats” for nothing! When you break it down, it’s amazing...
I used to think “I don’t need to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month because I celebrate our culture every day!” But as a person who went to school not seeing my culture celebrated or highlighted as much in the classroom, and...
A chill is in the air, costumes are filling the stores, and Halloween is right around the corner. That means spooky season is upon us! Celebrate the season with these fun and creative Halloween activities and games. You’ll find party...
If there’s any way to get a teacher excited about Halloween, it’s to gather inspiration from some of the best literary Halloween costumes out there. Whether you’re a dedicated English teacher or just a self-proclaimed “word nerd,” we bet there’s...
In today’s world, it’s more important than ever for students to be able to articulate their thoughts clearly and concisely through the written word. One easy way to help them strengthen their skills is by using the RACE writing strategy....
Good news! If your closet could use a back-to-school refresh, our friends at Stitch Fix are offering a special discount just for teachers: 20% off your first Fix, with your styling fee waived. And if you keep all the items...
Mindfulness is more than a buzzword. It’s a valuable practice we can use to live more fully in the present moment, without dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. It definitely takes work to become more mindful, but...
What are the differences between checking and savings accounts? Knowing when to use each can be especially important for tweens and teens who are getting their first bank accounts in the near future. Or maybe they could use some help...
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