Ask any middle or high school teacher what the number-one hassle is when it comes to grading, and inevitably they will end up talking about late work. Even in the post-pandemic classroom, teachers are grappling more than ever with the...
We all know that technology is here to stay in our classrooms. From interactive whiteboards to educational apps, tech tools are becoming a daily part of teaching and learning (even among some schools trying to navigate back to paper-only!). But...
High school is a time to read a multifaceted collection of literature, exposing students to a wide array of human cultures and experiences. In the past, the classical canon of high school books focused heavily on those written by—and often...
There are many obstacles to navigate when running a business. Challenges are around every corner, and one wrong move can cost you. But what if you could remove some of those risks, especially when protecting your business assets? Keeping everything...
Content warning: This piece deals with pregnancy, miscarriage, and infant loss. It was nearly two years ago, but I still remember it as if it were yesterday. I was in the bathroom when I saw something terrifying: blood. As a...
Nonfiction offers teens a glimpse into a much wider world than the one they live in. They can explore different cultures, read inspiring stories of heroes (and everyday people too), and learn about everything under the sun—and beyond! We asked...
Want an activity that will appeal to all the Swifties in your classroom? Elementary school is the perfect time to nurture the inner artist that lives in every child, and the best way to encourage them to learn to draw...
Every teacher knows the drill. You’re deep into explaining the intricacies of a new concept when suddenly a hand shoots up, not with a question about the lesson, but with the age-old request: “Can I go to the bathroom?” While...
It’s no secret that teachers spend money out of their own pockets to make sure students have the tools and resources they need to learn. In fact, a teacher-spending survey by nonprofit adoptaclassroom.org found that teachers spend on average $860...
Once kids learn to read, they unlock a very rich world of books and other writings to explore. This list of literary genres and subgenres offers definitions and examples for a wide array of writing styles. Encourage students to explore...
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