Pre-K
Explore and share tips, strategies, and resources for helping students develop in prekindergarten and preschool.
6 Books for Young Students About Making Choices
Helping young learners negotiate the process of making choices can start with these engaging picture books and guided questions.365For Young Kids, The Power of Play-Based Learning
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.9.2k
Why Ages 2-7 Matter So Much for Brain Development
Rich experiences—from play to the arts and relationships—fundamentally shape a young child’s development.111.4k9 Brain Breaks for Elementary Students
To boost creativity and productivity, take time out for movement, calming exercises, and a healthy dose of fun.A Hop, Skip, and a Jump
The possibilities for creating a sensory path to give students a movement break are endless. Here’s what schools across the country are doing.Common Misconceptions About Dyslexia
Dismantling tenacious myths about dyslexia—and drawing on evidence-based practices when teaching—can make a powerful difference for students with the condition.1.2k
Why Learning at Home Should Be More Self-Directed—and Less Structured
On March 18, 2020, Simone Kern tweeted that simply “recreating schools at home” passes up a golden opportunity to engage kids in authentic, self-directed learning.31.2kA Powerful Way to Document Student Learning in the Early Grades
Learning stories are narratives that demonstrate in images and text the learning process of students in preschool through grade 2.239
Mo Willems on the Lost Art of Being Silly
The author of Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive The Bus! chats with us about creativity, drawing as empathy, and letting kids “do 51 percent of the work.”25.8k
How to Teach Handwriting—and Why It Matters
Teaching young students how to write by hand before moving on to keyboarding can help improve their reading fluency as well.55.7kAfter Social Isolation, Preparing Our Youngest Students to Thrive
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.1.7k
Bringing a Dog to School
A veteran teacher and administrator makes the case for having a therapy dog in elementary school.61.2k
What’s Lost When We Rush Kids Through Childhood
The author of "The Importance of Being Little" on the costs of our collective failure to see the world through the eyes of children.41kWhat a Culture of Caring Looks Like in Early Childhood Classrooms
A commitment to fostering an environment of caring can promote learning in culturally diverse pre-K to 2 classrooms.737
Time to Play: More State Laws Require Recess
Unstructured playtime is making a comeback in schools as frustrated teachers, parents, and advocacy groups demand legislative action.45.8k
