by Terry Heick Simple premise, as titled: what sorts of ‘things’ make teaching unsustainable, and what sort of advice can help teachers reflect on these ideas to mitigate any damage and make the profession more enjoyable, and thus sustainable. 10....
Whether you’re using formative assessment for data to personalize learning within a unit, or more summative data to refine a curriculum map, the ability to quickly and easily check for understanding is a critical part of what you do. (Which...
Pocket charts are one of the most versatile tools for making literacy learning fun and hands-on. They allow you to display words, letters, and visuals in a way that encourages interactive engagement, enabling students to participate in sorting activities, vocabulary...
There’s something so fascinating about hands-on science experiments and projects. They make learning so meaningful and so much fun! These 5th grade science projects help kids explore biology, physics, chemistry, and a whole lot more. Try one at the 5th...
Nothing gets kids more excited for science than hands-on experiments! Watch your 4th grade science students’ eyes light up when they try some of these activities. You’ll find physics, biology, engineering, chemistry, and more. These projects are easy to set...
As a Chinese American growing up in the United States, I was fortunate to be able to learn and celebrate the holidays important to both my Chinese and American communities. In many cultures, Lunar New Year celebrations are some of...
We all need food to live. But different foods are also fascinating to learn about. Some foods are actually mislabeled and grouped incorrectly. Other foods have morphed throughout the years. And even other foods are just plain gross! These fun...
When it comes down to it, reading might be the most important skill kids learn in school. Being a fluent reader opens up endless opportunities for lifelong learning. That’s why schools and teachers everywhere are constantly trying to improve the...
Sixth grade science covers a wide variety of topics and varies depending on the curriculum. We’ve rounded up the best 6th grade science fair projects to inspire kids, as well as classroom science demos and activities that will grab their...
There’s a unique joy in watching your students gather around you for storytime with expectant smiles. Do they sit criss-cross-applesauce in a reading corner or listen with rapt attention from their chairs? Do they help you pick out titles or...
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