A lot of kids are struggling right now, and educators are seeing it firsthand. “We see many students for mental health challenges. … Anxiety and stress are two of the biggest,” says J.W., a school counselor from Richmond, Virginia. “Students...
Saying goodbye to students at the end of the school year can be so hard. After spending a whole year working together, it’s impossible to imagine our classrooms without them! One of the best ways to show them how much...
If you’re in charge of a classroom full of little learners, you know how imortant it is to engage your students with all of their senses. Not only does it make their time at school more fun, but it makes...
Choosing the right classroom seating chart arrangement can feel like a challenge, since every room and group of students is different. What works well one year might be a complete failure the next. It’s smart to have a variety of...
As AI transforms every aspect of our lives, equipping students with AI literacy is no longer a choice—it’s a necessity. This critical skill set empowers students to understand, evaluate, and interact with AI technologies, preparing them for a future where...
contributed by Kathy Glass We often ask students to use context clues to figure out a word’s meaning. That makes it our job as teachers to explicitly teach how authors use them. In doing so, students gain an inventory of...
by TeachThought Staff So you’re considering taking a teaching job? Or at least interviewing? What should you be asking to make sure it’s a good fit for both you and the school? Understanding The Point Of The A Teacher Job...
Dear We Are Teachers, Summer is less than a month away, and my principal just announced that he expects our entire ELA team to do four weeks of training in July. His email specifically said this training isn’t optional. But...
Water is the best way to beat the heat! Grab beach towels and sunscreen, fill up the water balloons, and roll out the hose. Here are the best water activities to get kids—from toddlers to teens—learning and having fun in...
Whether you’re in your first years of teaching or a seasoned veteran, it’s easy to feel alone in this ever-changing profession. Long hours of planning, grading, and spending most of the day as the only adult in the room can...
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