K-2 Primary

These engaging books and guided questions can help young learners manage back-to-school anxiety, as well as worries in general.

When students help each other in the classroom, they gain confidence and independence—and you get to keep on teaching.

New research shows play-based learning can be more effective than direct instruction at improving outcomes for early learners—particularly in the development of mathematical and spatial skills.

How early-grade teachers tackled a chaotic year and helped the youngest learners acclimate to life in (actual) school. It’s work that's likely to continue this school year.

To become better readers, Natalie Wexler says, students should grapple with abundant, high-caliber texts in the elementary grades—not just skills and strategies.

To boost creativity and productivity, take time out for movement, calming exercises, and a healthy dose of fun.

A first-grade teacher describes how she changed her approach to teaching reading using research-based insights.

Providing opportunities for students and staff to participate in wellness practices can start with one dedicated day each week.

The possibilities for creating a sensory path to give students a movement break are endless. Here’s what schools across the country are doing.

Dismantling tenacious myths about dyslexia—and drawing on evidence-based practices when teaching—can make a powerful difference for students with the condition.