19 Unique 3rd Grade Reading Comprehension Activities
Third grade is the year students switch from “learning to read” to “reading to learn,” meaning that when they are on grade level, they have the skills to read text on their own and learn from it. The 3rd grade…
14 Signs and Symptoms Not To Overlook
Boys are three times more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD than girls. But do boys actually present with ADHD that much more frequently? The short answer is no. We are learning more and more about ADHD and how it…
17 Best Roller Carts for Teachers To Stay Organized
What did teachers do before roller carts? We can’t imagine carrying books, papers, and boxes to and from school or teaching an art or P.E. class without shelves on wheels. Whether you’re getting your first roller cart or upgrading your…
Classroom Deal of the Day: The Cutest Alphabet Rug
It’s that time of year—while you might not be ready to think about back-to-school, retailers are offering big discounts on school and classroom supplies. That’s why we’re sharing a special classroom deal for every day in July. Today, we spotted…
75 Hilarious Lunch Box Jokes for Kids
Does your child or student need a pick-me-up in the middle of a long school day? If you’ve ever written a note on a napkin and packed it with your child’s lunch—perhaps a quick “I love you” or “thinking of…
Help! I Just Got a New Prep and School Starts in 6 Days
Dear We Are Teachers, My principal called earlier this summer asking if I would teach a freshmen survival course. He promised the curriculum and resources would be provided, so I said yes. However, at in-service yesterday, he told me he…
40 Team-Building Games for Adults That Energize Staff Meetings
Finding good team-building games for adults can be tricky, especially when it comes to school staff meetings. You might be working with a mixed group where some school staff already know each other while others are brand-new to the school….
41 Best Board and Other Games for Kids, According to Teachers
Whether it’s cooperation, strategy, academics, or just fun, there’s a game for that! From classic to brand-new, here are 41 of the best board games and other games for kids. These games also make for great classroom play staples for…
Classroom Deal of the Day: 45% off Cricut Joy Bundles
It’s that time of year—while you might not be ready to think about back-to-school, retailers are offering big discounts on school and classroom supplies. That’s why we’re sharing a special classroom deal for every day in July. And today, we have…
New Research Says AI-Driven PD Boosts Teaching Quality
You might be surprised to hear this, but what if I told you that not all professional development (PD) programs impact teachers or even make a difference? Shocking, right? (I know many of you are not surprised.) Truth be told,…