These prompts are drawn from 50 Days of SEL & Metacognitive Writing Prompts for Middle School, a resource that includes a full set of prompts across all six domains along with a student self-reflection rubric and implementation guide. You can...
After spending most days behind the desk or in front of the board—indoors at almost all times—running can be a refreshing hobby to get teachers out of the classroom, out of their own heads, and into a new, non-academic sense...
Dating back to the 14th century, limericks are a delightful, often silly way to tell a short story. These quick poems are wildly entertaining and imaginative, and anyone can write them. Once you’ve mastered the rhythm of the limerick poem,...
Middle school can be challenging for kids, for families, and definitely for teachers. But Denver math teacher Zander Epps wanted to shift the narrative. This semester, he set a goal to send a positive note home for every one of...
We asked teachers about their favorite racial justice books for kids, and they had plenty to share. No matter which state you teach in, these books can foster invaluable discussion and build students’—and teachers’—knowledge base. We Are Teachers FREE PRINTABLE...
Tennessee teacher Hilary Statum has a classroom tradition that takes less than 10 minutes but creates the sweetest keepsake. A few years ago, she shared a photo of her students’ hands arranged in the shape of a perfect heart, and...
Regardless of how restful your winter break was, one thing is for sure: most teachers have little time to spare once the spring semester is in full swing. Whether your evening hours are spent on planning, grading, or the intermittent...
Whenever I tell my students we’re heading to the lab, their faces light up. For them, the lab means curiosity, excitement, and hands-on learning. One of our favorites is the flame test—dropping metal salt solutions into a flame to see...
After 23 years in the classroom, Nicholas Ferroni decided to change course, and millions of people took notice. In an Instagram video that’s been watched more than 3 million times, the New Jersey high school teacher—who once worked as an...
Bring game day energy into your classroom with this free set of football worksheets that blend ELA, critical thinking, and SEL. Whether you’re teaching during football season, planning a spirit week, or just want high-interest content that still hits real...
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