by Terry Heick When students struggle in school, it can be for a variety of reasons. From their grasp of content and literacy skills to their engagement level to behavior and organizational issues, to teacher actions, to the proverbial ‘stuff...
How do you make something as invisible (and powerful) as nuclear fission come alive for your students? With this hands-on lesson from America’s Navy, your class will see the chain reaction that powers submarines and aircraft carriers. Using Lite-Brite boards,...
To show up and give your best in the classroom, you have to get the best possible rest you can. But resting easy isn’t actually easy if you have sleep apnea or another type of disruptive breathing disorder that wakes...
Sometimes, sticky, wandering hands aren’t only in the classroom—they accompany the giggles you hear at home. Or, if you don’t have your own kids, you might have a furry family member leaving their own slobbery residue…just about everywhere. But be...
Bring the excitement of the winter games into your classroom with this free set of winter sports worksheets that mix goal-setting, creativity, math, and research. Whether you’re teaching during an Olympic year or you just want a high-interest winter theme,...
Gearing up for some Valentine’s Day writing activities? You’ll want this list of evocative Valentine’s Day words to share with your students. Start by grabbing the free printable, then try some of our favorite Valentine’s Day activities for all ages....
Need a quick, fun February bulletin board that your students can actually help build? These free Valentine’s Day bulletin board kits bring the fun with bold designs, easy printables, and built-in student “craftivities” that make your display more than just...
Narrative writing can be incredibly personal, which makes it easy for some students and difficult for others. Our narrative writing graphic organizer bundle can help students of all ages plan out and write strong narrative essays and creative stories. The...
Florida teachers, are you looking for ways to support students in your classroom who aren’t reading up to grade-level standards? The New Worlds Reading Initiative wants to help! Eligible students can receive free books, sent directly to their homes each...
Opinion writing can be a lot of fun—everyone loves a chance to share their point of view! But there’s more to this type of writing than simply stating what you believe. You need reasons and evidence to support your view....
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