I. Human beings are capable of extraordinary joy and extraordinary suffering. II. Suffering is inherent in the human condition and is not entirely correctable. III. Suffering that occurs as a kind of product–something occurring by design–is, however, correctable. IV. Many of...
OK, so maybe winter break just happened less than a minute ago … but am I the only one out here who has Googled “best spring break vacation destinations” from their desk this week? So here is what I’m thinking:...
contributed by Rob Steller Engagement isn’t an on and off switch. There are levels to student engagement and if a mind isn’t engaged, it’s nearly impossible for it to learn. In a way, education is already set up like a game....
Mastering the order of operations is essential for tackling complex equations with confidence. This printable order of operations worksheet bundle includes fun activities to teach your students to follow the correct process step by step. With these worksheets, your entire...
by Terry Heick This is a quick post that just occurred to me while writing about–well, writing about writing. I was brainstorming ways to use technology to help students improve their writing and realized that over and over again, I...
The stress of tests and social dynamics can prove challenging for students, and for this reason, they need an opportunity to express themselves freely. Art provides a powerful outlet for creative expression while also proving therapeutic. Plus, a good art...
Keep the fun going all year long with this roundup of creative, simple, and fun 1st grade art projects. Whether you feel like diving into painting, pattern-making, mixed media, or sculpture, there is something for everyone on this list. We...
Sometimes, you need a car to get you from the airport to the cabin you’ve booked an hour away. Other times, you might just be waiting on a car repair that’s taking a little longer than you initially expected. Either...
Every classroom has students who read at different levels. Accommodating this variety of abilities can be challenging, especially in non-ELA subjects like science or social studies. Fortunately, a solid reading level text converter can make things a whole lot easier....
Dear We Are Teachers, It’s my first year at a new school, but my 7th year overall. I love my new school, but the one hangup I have is their personal day policy. You have to fill out a Google...
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