100 Famous Children’s Books Every Kid Should Read
100 Famous Children’s Books Every Kid Should Read Skip to main content Every product is independently selected by (obsessive) editors. Things you buy through our links may earn us a commission. Stories with messages that stand the test of time….
Free Take-One Posters Guaranteed to Bring Smiles
A few years ago, we created this set of free “take-one” posters for classrooms and schools. The original set included Free Positive Thoughts, Free Compliments, Free Kindness Messages, and Free Jokes. The idea is to post them on a bulletin…
63 Must-Read Free Verse Poems for Students
If you’re looking for a way to present poetry in the classroom, free-verse poems are a great place to start. Unlike standard poetry, you’ll find that free-verse poem examples break rules and don’t have to rhyme or follow any specific…
Teachers’ Most Important Lessons From the 2023-24 School Year
As the school year draws to a close, teachers nationwide can finally take a well-deserved breather. With another year under their belt, many teachers find themselves reflecting on the triumphs and challenges of the past year. Reflective practice helps teachers…
28 Best New Books in June 2024 for Kids, Teens, and Teachers
28 Best New Books in June 2024 for Kids, Teens, and Teachers Skip to main content Every product is independently selected by (obsessive) editors. Things you buy through our links may earn us a commission. Summer break means more time…
36 Meaningful Vocabulary Activities for Every Grade
Learning new words is like adding to your writing toolbox. The more tools available, the more interesting and engaging your writing becomes. Check out these fun and engaging vocabulary activities for kids in grades K-12, and supply your students with…
Help! Is It “Cruel” To Get a Puppy When I’m a Teacher?
Dear We Are Teachers, I’ve put off getting a dog throughout college and my first few years of teaching because I wanted to wait until I could provide it with a happy life. I do live alone and have a…
This 1990s Video Shows Us How Much Things Have Changed for Students
One of my current favorite YouTube rabbit holes has been watching videos of high school students from the 1990s and early 2000s. There’s a lot of nostalgia there as someone who lived my formative young adult years during that time. But there…
35 Fun Basketball Drills for Kids
Whether you’re a basketball coach, P.E. teacher, or parent of a budding player, having a set of basketball drills at your fingertips is a must. Good drills fine-tune the basketball fundamentals of dribbling, passing, and shooting. While most people are…
35 Unique Fifth Grade Art Projects To Tap Into Kids’ Creativity
Fifth grade art students are starting to master more advanced skills and techniques, and the work they create is really something to be proud of. These project ideas will expose them to new artists and concepts and help them find…