The first day of school can come with lots of excitement and, often, a bit of the jitters. It’s the start of a fresh academic year with new challenges and loads of learning opportunities. It’s also time to meet new...
Dear We Are Teachers, I just finished my first year of teaching and am so ready for summer. At least I thought I was. I feel like I’m still so wound up from the stress of this year that I...
To say we’re in an age of nostalgia would be an understatement. No matter where you turn, there’s Y2K-inspired everything, from the “new” accessories in your favorite store to the styles your students are wearing in the classroom. And while...
Teacher retention has become a critical issue in the education sector, with schools across the United States facing challenges in retaining experienced educators. We surveyed over 600 educators across 49 states, asking them what they think about what keeps teachers...
Music has so many benefits including (but not limited to) improving mood, assisting in cognitive development, and enhancing creativity. Playing some calming melodies during learning breaks can help settle everyone’s minds and refuel our reserves so we can tackle the...
Gifted students often bring a wide range of unique challenges and opportunities to the classroom that aren’t always obvious at first. One student might breeze through high school algebra problems while another gets lost in the creative flow of an...
Classroom labels are essential for keeping students—and teachers—organized. Label desks, folders, bulletin boards, and more to keep students and materials organized. Labels can also be helpful in keeping classroom procedures and routines moving smoothly. Don’t start the school year without...
Whether you’re diving into a science documentary, a historical short film, or an inspiring TED-Ed clip, students get so much more out of videos when they’re thinking actively. These printable video response worksheets help students stay engaged from start to...
Every teacher has a favorite back-to-school tradition. Some teachers make sure they have a brand-new outfit they feel confident and cool wearing. Others ask their students to write them letters introducing themselves to the teacher. Mine involves a shovel, a...
School is out, and teachers now have the opportunity to swap their lesson plans for summer plans—wardrobe and all. And if you want to step into the season feeling stylish without breaking your budget spreadsheet, we’d like to introduce you...
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