Upper elementary and early middle school students, typically ages 8 to 12, are experiencing a whole lot of physical, emotional, and social changes. They have boundless energy, curiosity, and a growing sense of independence, which makes the nonfiction book series...
Some of the most irksome distractions in the classroom are the ones that you can feel. Physically. Maybe you’re trying to quickly pull your falling bra straps back up, or maybe you’re struggling to discreetly adjust your underwire it when...
Juneteenth, now a federally recognized holiday, is gaining well-deserved recognition across the country. As teachers, we should foster understanding, empathy, and appreciation of Black history and culture in our classrooms throughout the year, but Juneteenth is a special opportunity to...
In every group of kids, there’s always at least one who likes to stir up trouble. Today’s savvy students have figured out how to mess around with apps like Kahoot! behind the scenes, turning a fun game into more of...
Google Slides is free and easy to use and offers so many cool options. These free Google Slides templates for teachers give you endless ways to use this essential tool in your classroom. Choose a few to customize now! More...
Hey, teachers! Who’s going to ISTELive 25 and ASCD Annual 25 in San Antonio? We are! If you’ll be there too, be sure to stop by Booth 844. We can’t wait to meet you and talk about your favorite sessions...
Dear We Are Teachers, Every year, I think, “This will be the summer I do nothing school-related!” And every year, I end up getting sucked into PD, agreeing to help lead some summer seminar, or saying yes to a project...
Sea turtles are fun to study as part of an ocean unit or on their own. And sea turtles, with opportunities to decorate geometric shells and add details to ocean scenes, are a great addition to a coloring station. After...
Everyone deserves a summer adventure, regardless of whether they’re a student, a teacher, or an admin. And if your goal is to feel the wind in your hair and the rush of excitement without exposure to dizzying heights, then indoor...
Kids and teachers both breathe a sigh of relief when summer break finally arrives. After months of hard work, everyone deserves some time to relax. But are there any downsides to taking two or three months completely off from learning?...
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