This VAI Educator’s Studio Membership Program Delivers
We asked the scientists at Van Andel Institute for Education, “What skills do students need if they want to become […]
Classroom Ideas
36 Meaningful Vocabulary Activities for Every Grade
Learning new words is like adding to your writing toolbox. The more tools available, the more interesting and engaging your
How To Honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Activities and More)
As an elementary school teacher with Apache tribal heritage, I believe we’re fortunate to live in a time when our
Using The Week Junior in the Classroom Is Easy
The Week Junior is more than just a current events magazine for kids—it’s a flexible teaching tool that brings real-world topics
Teacher Introduction Letter to Parents Examples and Templates
During all the hustle and bustle of back-to-school season, teachers don’t necessarily need yet another item to add to their
Yes, You Can Teach Without Phones. Here’s How I Did It.
There are now statewide laws or orders in 14 states mandating that schools operate as phone-free environments. Many districts and
65 Fun Sight Word Activities That Work
The goal of reading sight words is automaticity, or being able to look at and read a word without thinking
5 Breathing Exercises That Can Reset Your Classroom Energy
I’m subbing in a 4th-and-5th-grade classroom, and one student’s ODD is completely disregulating the entire room. His energy is contagious
65 Educational Brain Breaks for Kids
I don’t know about you, but when I sit through a faculty meeting or professional development session, within 15 to
101 Best Books for Preschool, Recommended by Teachers
You can never have too many books for preschool! We read aloud to this age group for so many reasons: