- Social & Emotional Learning (SEL)
14 Picture Books About Moving Away
Moving can be stressful for young children. The characters in these books are coping with a move and might offer comfort to students in similar situations. - Administration & Leadership
The Power of Summer Wellness Checks
A trauma-informed approach to communication when school is out of session is important for students who may be experiencing difficulties. - Administration & Leadership
Turning Around a Tough Hiring Process
If your school is having trouble hiring and keeping teachers, these strategies can help attract the right candidates—and make sure they want to stay. - Integrated Studies
Empowering Students to Be Real-World Problem Solvers
When middle school students are given the opportunity to deeply explore what it means to be a changemaker, they see a path toward making a difference in their own community—and beyond. - ChatGPT & Generative AI
Guiding Students to Develop AI Literacy
Teachers can use these resources to model responsible AI use and show students how to experiment responsibly with the technology.104 - Classroom Management
Strategies for Creating an Effective Co-teaching Relationship
When general and special education teachers collaborate as equals, their students benefit.107 - Professional Learning
Providing Choice in Professional Learning About Artificial Intelligence
Here’s how one district edtech coach provides teachers with choice in PD on AI so that they can study what seems most valuable to them.107 - Technology Integration
6 Productivity Tools Every Teacher Should Know About
Educators say these tools can drastically reduce administrative and planning burdens, freeing up time for engaging with students.408 - STEM
José Vilson: Good Math Education Is a ‘Civil Right’
The middle school math teacher, author, and lecturer, on holding high expectations for every child and prioritizing mathematics in the same way we do literacy.623 - Student Engagement
Helping Middle and High School Students Cultivate Habits That Support Learning
Through explicit instruction, teachers can help students develop the skills necessary to do well in school.133
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- Research
Addressing Work Refusal in the Classroom
As educators grapple with the silent protest of student work refusal, research illuminates the underlying causes—and possible solutions.4k - Formative Assessment
28 Ways to Quickly Check for Understanding
From sketching comics to drafting tweets, these fun—and fast—ways to check for understanding are creative and flexible.3k - Assessment
A Late Work Policy That Works for Teachers and Students
Creating clear boundaries around when students can submit assignments after the due date can boost morale for everyone.2.7k - Classroom Management
How to Improve Classroom Behavior Without Public Shaming
Instead of clip charts and data walls, try these classroom management techniques to discourage misbehavior and build a stronger classroom community.1.9k - Research
Why Kids Should Nature Journal at All Grade Levels
A 2023 review makes a strong case that hands-on observation of natural phenomena has both academic and psychological benefits.1.7k
- Technology Integration
How AI Can Enhance the Grading Process
Artificial intelligence tools, combined with human expertise, can help teachers save time when they’re reviewing student work.254 - Technology Integration
OctoStudio Teaches Children to Code by Tinkering
Giving children projects with low floors, high ceilings, and wide walls allows them to creatively explore the world around them.312 - ChatGPT & Generative AI
4 Simple Steps for Crafting a District AI Policy
School districts can create effective artificial intelligence policies that support academic honesty while embracing emerging technology.216 - Technology Integration
A Pedagogical Guide to Using Microsoft OneNote
A teacher who has used OneNote for years describes how he organizes reading materials, assignments, and other student-facing content.148 - ChatGPT & Generative AI
Helping Students Use AI Creatively Without the Temptation of Cheating
Designing school-friendly chatbots with firm guardrails can spur students toward creative AI use that doesn’t do their work for them.514
- Literacy
5 Ways to Create a Literacy-Rich Preschool Classroom
Consider these straightforward ideas for setting up a literacy-friendly environment for pre-K learners.152 - Literacy
Supporting Students’ Meaning-Making in Reading Instruction
Teachers can guide students to connect their interests to class texts and to share their ideas in collaborative discussions.130 - Literacy
Slowing Down the Reading Process to Build Students’ Comprehension Skills
Slow reading gives students time to deeply engage with texts and gather their thoughts about the content.421 - Literacy
Question: What Are Your Favorite Poems to Teach?
Educators, learn from your colleagues and share what works for you.275 - Formative Assessment
Planning Writing Lessons for the Early Elementary Grades
Teachers can provide thoughtful instruction that supports the sustained development of young students’ literacy skills.343
- Teacher Wellness
8 Ways to Create a Supportive Work Environment for Teachers
Improving teachers’ work-related mental health requires a commitment to transforming their workplace culture.189 - Teacher Wellness
Using Setbacks as a Path to Success in Teaching
Things often don’t go as planned in the classroom—here’s a systematic way to turn these moments into opportunities for growth.336 - Administration & Leadership
How Principals Can Foster a Positive School Culture
A principal who focuses on being visible to students and honoring teachers’ work to support everyone in the building explains how she does it all.411 - Administration & Leadership
The Benefits of One-on-One Meetings Between Administrators and Teachers
Regular informal conversations allow school leaders and teachers to connect on a personal level, building relationships that benefit the whole school.351 - Administration & Leadership
How to Avoid Burnout as a District-Level Administrator
A look at some steps you can take in areas ranging from time management to professional learning to maintain well-being in the face of job stress.391