Note: This article contains references to suicide and mass shootings. If it’s better for you to avoid those topics right now, check out one of our other articles. I was on a walk last weekend and stopped to chat with a neighbor. She asked what we were giving my 17-month-old son for Christmas this year, … Read more

Note: This article contains references to suicide and mass shootings. If it’s better for you to avoid those topics right now, check out one of our other articles. I was on a walk last weekend and stopped to chat with a neighbor. She asked what we were giving my 17-month-old son for Christmas this year, … Read more

In the last few years, interactive notebooks (INBs) have become incredibly popular in all sorts of classrooms. If you’re new to the concept, or just unsure of where to start, here’s what you need to bring this learning tool to your students. And be sure to check out all the awesome interactive notebook examples we … Read more

Cause and effect essays aren’t just a way to help students strengthen their writing skills. They’ll also learn critical thinking, logic, and the art of persuasion. In addition, they teach students to demonstrate how one thing directly influences another. Coming up with engaging cause and effect essay topics can be challenging, but we have you … Read more

by Terry Heick I. In terms of pedagogy, the primary purpose of an assessment is to provide data to revise planned instruction. It should provide an obvious answer to the question.So? So what? What now?“ II. It’s an extraordinary amount of work to design precise and personalized assessments that illuminate pathways forward for individual students–likely … Read more

It’s the most wonderful time of the year… for coworker Secret Santas! Teacher Maria wrote in to the WeAreTeachers HELPLINE with the following Christmas conundrum: “What do I get for a Secret Santa gift for teachers I don’t really know at all? There’s a $25 maximum.” Here are 25 no-fail ideas from our awesome community … Read more

Preschool teachers use a lot of supplies. During the holidays, gifting them with classroom essentials can help them get a jump start on the next year. Of course, splurging on something more personal for your teacher friend, family member, or little one’s teacher will also brighten their day! Whatever you do, be sure to send … Read more

Getting an education can open doors and allow students to follow their dreams. Unfortunately, the cost of tuition makes getting an unattainable degree for many. One way to cover expenses, without dealing with student loan debt, is to qualify for financial awards. We’ve put together this list of excellent scholarships for Black students to make … Read more

Teachers, especially in elementary school, usually receive plenty of presents during the holiday gifting season. Despite the best of intentions, however, it can be easy to overlook school support staff like paraprofessionals, cafeteria workers, custodians, and secretaries. Whether you are a teacher or administrator looking to give back to your staff or a parent of … Read more