Education

Dear We Are Teachers, I’m in my second year of teaching and am exhausted all the time. I thought it would help to cut out my weeknight activities, so I canceled my barre class and book club. But now I’ve...

Are generic icons just… not cutting it? Maybe you need a broader collection to pick from. Maybe you want more specific icons to better represent your students, your curriculum, or your niche mnemonics. Don’t worry, there’s a solution to your...

Poetry, with rhyming, alliteration, and short, easy-to-interpret stanzas, is a great way to engage elementary schoolers in everything from seasonal themes to humorous antics. There is literally something for everyone in a poetry unit. Teaching poetry in the elementary classroom...

When you hear the word assessment, do you automatically think “tests”? While it’s true that tests are one kind of assessment, they’re not the only way teachers evaluate student progress. Learn more about the types of assessments used in education...

These free printable Earth coloring templates are perfect for celebrating Earth Day, teaching kids about our planet, or simply enjoying a relaxing activity. They offer a fun and engaging way for kids to connect with our planet.  Here’s what you’ll...

When it comes to something simple like a field trip permission slip, there’s no need to reinvent the wheel. That’s why we’ve put together this collection of school permission forms that work in pretty much any situation. You can print...

Tired of hearing groans when you announce it’s time for some poetry? Poems can be hard for kids to connect with, so it helps to have some clever poetry games and activities up your sleeve. These poetry activities help kids...

Got a creative classroom hack? Whether it’s a tech tool, an organizational trick, or a budget-friendly hack, we want to see how you make your classroom work better for you and your students! Enter our Classroom Hacks Video Contest by...

Most of us know St. Patrick’s Day as a fun and whimsical holiday involving mischievous leprechauns, rainbows, shamrocks, and, of course, lots of green! However, it’s also a day to celebrate the life and times of St. Patrick, the patron...

Here’s an after-class question for you: Would you rather push yourself at your own pace on a scenic hike, or would the fast-paced, downhill ride of skiing be more your speed? Regardless, Backcountry is here not only to offer you...