- Administration & Leadership
How to Harness the Multiplier Effect as a Principal
Talent development expert Liz Wiseman tells us how principals can bring out the best in everyone on their staff—and avoid being a diminisher, who does the opposite.Your content has been saved!
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A Multisensory Approach to Teaching Slope With Sound
This three-part, ears-on lesson blends sound and visuals to help middle schoolers make sense of linear relationships.Your content has been saved!
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Planning an Open Mic Literacy Night
This fun event gives students the opportunity to perform poems and short stories in front of their families and teachers.Your content has been saved!
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How Student-Led IEP Meetings Promote Self-Advocacy
When students lead their IEP meetings, they can speak up for their needs—and take an important step toward forging their own path, in school and in life.Your content has been saved!
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The 10 Most Significant Education Studies of 2025
We’re back with our roundup of the most insightful studies of the year, from the power of brain breaks to groundbreaking research on AI, cell phones, and handwriting in the classroom. - Administration & Leadership
Connecting School Values and Student Well-Being
Aligning your social and emotional learning curriculum with a clear set of values helps students see the relevance and importance of those lessons.106Your content has been saved!
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5 Simple-to-Play Indoor Classroom Games
When the weather outside is frightful, the right activity can transform students’ pent-up energy into laughter, movement, and focus.113Your content has been saved!
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How to Create Effective 15-Minute SEL Activities
Teachers can use a variety of tech tools to create short social emotional learning activities that fit easily into the classroom routine.Your content has been saved!
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How to Successfully Institute Student-Led Conferences at Your School
A middle school principal on how teachers, students, and families have benefited from an initiative that guides students to take ownership of their learning. - Environmental Education
The Benefits of Nature Journaling in English Class
While observing outdoor settings, students pay attention to specific details and employ critical thinking as they sharpen their writing skills.
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13 Super-Quick Formative Assessments
Teachers can use these techniques to gauge students’ understanding mid-lesson and then decide whether to reteach or press ahead. - Student Engagement
3 Ways to Prime Students’ Brains for Achievement
Using priming language is a powerful way to set the stage for learning, and we’ve got a free downloadable word bank here to help you implement this research-backed strategy. - Research
The 10 Most Significant Education Studies of 2025
We’re back with our roundup of the most insightful studies of the year, from the power of brain breaks to groundbreaking research on AI, cell phones, and handwriting in the classroom. - Teaching Strategies
Concrete, Pictorial, Abstract: Using the CPA Method in Upper Elementary Math
Teachers can help students build deeper math understanding and confidence by introducing concepts in distinct stages. - Student Engagement
5 Ways to Encourage Deep Mathematical Thinking
You can adapt the curriculum you have to create rich tasks that invite reasoning and build students’ problem-solving skills.590Your content has been saved!
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- Social & Emotional Learning (SEL)
Using Mythology to Ground Social and Emotional Learning
Teachers can leverage students’ interest in Greek mythology to explore emotions and topics like overcoming obstacles.173Your content has been saved!
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Manager, Facilitator, Motivator, Advocate: Setting Up Group Roles That Really Work
Designating a meaningful role for each group member helps students reach their potential both individually and collectively. - Communication Skills
How Socratic Seminars Can Empower Middle School Students
Opportunities for student-led discussions help students hone their listening, speaking, and critical thinking skills.248Your content has been saved!
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Reinforcing SEL in Physical Education Classes
PE teachers can foster students’ social and emotional learning by using consistent routines and modeling a focus on mindful breathing.208Your content has been saved!
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Building Social Skills With Games in Kindergarten
Through classic games, students can learn how to take turns, collaborate, and solve problems—skills that will serve them well beyond the classroom.Your content has been saved!
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- English Language Learners
Sentence-Level Scaffolds That Foster English Learners’ Independence and Growth
Teachers can structure supports to guide English learners to speak and write using grade-level, discipline-specific language.271Your content has been saved!
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Boosting Preschool Students’ Language Skills Through Art and Nature
Teachers can gently embed language development into everyday sensory moments in the classroom. - Research
5 Research-Backed Ways to Build Better Readers
The latest research on five foundational strategies that are teacher-tested and grounded in science.564Your content has been saved!
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A Simple and Effective Way to Teach Annotation
Try a straightforward three-step strategy to help students get comfortable with exploring challenging reading assignments.528Your content has been saved!
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Using Picture Books to Support Meaning-Making in the Early Grades
Early childhood teachers can guide students in exploring how to communicate meaningful events and feelings even before they can write.214Your content has been saved!
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- Administration & Leadership
How to Create a Thriving Drop-In Culture
With deliberate planning and a low-stakes approach, peer drop-in initiatives offer inspiring, expert professional development without leaving the school building.173Your content has been saved!
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5 Strategies to Help Build Math Fluency in K–2
Teachers can move beyond flashcards to give young students a lot of practice in developing a key math skill.332Your content has been saved!
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How Administrators and Veteran Educators Can Team Up to Mentor New Teachers
School leaders can support their new teachers by setting up a structured series of discussions and classroom observation sessions.293Your content has been saved!
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Fresh Approaches to Instructional Design
An educator with 20-plus years of experience on crafting creative and energizing lessons.465Your content has been saved!
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3 Pieces of Advice for New Teachers
At the heart of these tips from a veteran is the necessity of developing flexibility in managing change in the classroom.569Your content has been saved!
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