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A Whale of Importance to the Arctic People
The bowhead whale of the Arctic region is of great importance to the people that live there. Your class will brainstorm all they know about this wonderful whale and create an informational video, which they will share with the children...
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But I'm Not a Writing Teacher!
How teaching writing skills in the science classroom will benefit your students as they transition to Common Core.
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Defending the Rights of Women
The women's rights movement is the fascinating story of the individuals who fought for a change of the status quo.
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Pondering the Perfect Pet
Cute, playful, mischievous pets will capture the attention of even your most reluctant learners.
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Behind the Scenes of an ESL Classroom Part One
A computer science degree, a stack of textbooks, and a room full of English language learners is sure to bring excitement to one's day.
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Living Below Our Means
Common-sense strategies that can help teachers achieve financial security through frugality.
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Talk Common Core with Your Class
Familiarize your elementary, middle, or high school learners with Common Core language to increase their success.
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The Antagonist's Point of View
Analyzing literary antagonists is a first step to creating memorable characters in student writing.
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Brain Breaks to Liven Up the School Day!
Short brain breaks increase engagement and encourage teamwork in elementary, middle school, and even high school classrooms.
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Teaching the Life Cycle of a Butterfly Using the Kinesthetic Approach to Learning
The power of movement and silence is learned as small groups create a drama showcasing the life cycle of a butterfly.
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Revisiting Writing through Revision
Strategies to teach and motivate your students to revise their writing.
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Students Who Fly Under the Radar
How to ensure that every child in your class has the chance to succeed.
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Civil Disobedience from Antigone to Hunger Games
Study the concepts and practice of civil disobedience through fiction and nonfiction texts.
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Three Branches, One Goal
Helping teenagers defend their beliefs with a foundational understanding of government structure.
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Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass by Frederick Douglass
Imagine what it was like to be a slave in the United States in 1845. Eighth graders are given an opportunity to experience life from the point of view of Frederick Douglass as they read and discuss an annotated passage from Narrative of...
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Four Tips for Effective Parent Communication
Team up with parents to understand and support your students with a united front.
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The Intense, Idealistic Introverted-Feeling Personality Type
Teachers need to create personal bonds with pupils in order to discover who turns out to be an introverted feeler.
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Comparative Mythology and the Common Core
Use comparative mythology to make myths relevant for readers and help prepare them for rigorous Common Core texts.
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Three Essential Soft Skills That Span Every Content Area
Reading, writing, and arithmetic are just the start of what young people need to know to be successful.
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Different Ways to Develop Fine Motor Skills
Adjust your everyday routine to efficiently improve fine motor skills in your classroom.
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Singapore Math and The Common Core
Tackle The Common Core math standards with some help from your friends in Singapore.
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What Does it Take to Win a Nobel Peace Prize?
Discover the top 12 reasons that the Nobel Peace Prize Committee has selected winners over the past 25 years.
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Helping Kids with Asthma Succeed
Understanding this common breathing challenge can be a boon for suffering students.
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Encourage Success with Consistency
Follow a daily classroom routine to use class time efficiently and help your kids find success!