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- Social & Emotional Learning (SEL)
13 Picture Books for a Rainy Day
These books feature characters who find joy in rainy-day activities from looking for worms to emulating a classic song by singing (and dancing) in the rain. - Career & Technical Education
Elementary School Learning Nights Led by High School Students
Asking teenagers to plan learning nights for elementary kids has benefits for both sets of students—and the kids’ parents. - Financial Literacy
Integrating Financial Literacy Throughout the Day in Elementary School
From math to reading to indoor recess, there are many opportunities to weave financial concepts into existing elementary routines and lessons. - New Teachers
Unlocking Engagement in Middle and High School Math
A small shift in lesson presentation can encourage older students to actively participate in class. - Literacy
Tools to Boost Students’ Reading Stamina
Try these strategies to help your students sustain their focus on reading for longer periods of time, and drive comprehension in the process.108 - Technology Integration
Zooming With Historians to Reinforce Student Learning
A conversation with a subject matter expert is a rare and powerful experience that helps cement learners’ recently acquired knowledge.112 - Critical Thinking
3 Simple Strategies to Improve Students’ Problem-Solving Skills
These strategies are designed to make sure students have a good understanding of problems before attempting to solve them.116 - Literacy
Developing Early Literacy Skills With Hexagonal Thinking Strategies
Hexagonal thinking can enhance literacy instruction by encouraging students to make connections between sounds, words, and meanings.258 - Special Education
Using AI to Save Time and Reduce the Workload When Writing IEPs
Artificial intelligence tools can reduce paperwork time and streamline IEP writing, letting educators focus more on student needs.187 - Literacy
Larry the Letter Lion Helps Preschool Students Develop Literacy Skills
Larry, king of letters, guides students through the jungle of literacy as they cement their letter sounds and apply their new skills.106