Category: Education

Pressed for time in the morning before you head to school? Or maybe you’re tightening […]

Money can be a complicated topic. A lot of times, we avoid discussions around money […]

Senior pranks can be a little controversial, but in many schools they’ve become a time-honored […]

Field day is a kids’ favorite for the end of the school year! Kids love […]

From pop quizzes to standardized tests, students face a lot of graded assessments and exams […]

Parachute day in P.E. class is the best. Watching that parachute float up and down […]

Dear We Are Teachers, I’m in my first year of teaching 8th grade math. So […]

Since every kid is an artist and they all love dinosaurs, why not do a […]

Earth Day is the perfect time to connect with students’ natural curiosity about our planet. […]

Wireless network woes can follow you in and out of the classroom, interrupting an important […]

There was a time when Americans didn’t fully appreciate the game of soccer, but those […]

Diamante poems are a fun way to explore opposites, relationships, and contrasts within a simple, […]

There’s nothing quite like being in a bustling high school auditorium, charged with anticipation, as […]

You don’t have to be Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo to have an appreciation for […]

You’re on your feet, walking back and forth at the board and between desks. Then […]

No matter how many years we’ve been teaching, one question we always ask ourselves is: […]

What would our lives look like without creativity? Without those strokes of genius—both big and […]

Trees are an interesting—and evergreen—topic for read-alouds. Books about trees teach students about environmental science […]

When it comes to student assessment and evaluation, there are a lot of methods to […]

Dear We Are Teachers, I’m seven weeks pregnant with my first child and feel absolutely […]

Want an activity that will appeal to all the animal lovers in your classroom? Elementary […]

You might not be able to have candles or other fragrant goodies in your classroom, […]

Every teacher has a different way to pamper or soothe themselves after school, be it […]

The very thought of summer school often makes both educators and students groan. But what […]

When you think of a career in medicine or healthcare, chances are the first jobs […]

Most of us probably know the term “metacognition” as “thinking about thinking.” This definition is […]

Dear We Are Teachers,I can’t help but notice that the male teachers at my elementary […]

The average cost to earn a four-year college degree is more than $150,000 these days. […]

There’s a world of wonder all around us every day. From the biggest clouds in […]

Have you seen stress and anxiety appear on a young learner’s face when prompted with […]

Help students explore justice, civil rights, and powerful writing with this free worksheet bundle. Dr. […]

Rethinking Food Waste by Educated Choices Program makes teaching about sustainability and food waste both […]

Ah, the natural slump. Every single person in your classroom can feel it. That dry […]

Earth is a very special planet for many reasons. First and foremost, it’s our home. […]

In the shadow of the recent wildfires that ravaged Altadena, California, leaving the community to […]

These free printable Earth coloring templates are perfect for celebrating Earth Day, teaching kids about […]

Dear We Are Teachers, I’m in my second year of teaching and am exhausted all […]

When students see poetry as a boring unit that’s all about love and feelings, it’s […]

Are generic icons just… not cutting it? Maybe you need a broader collection to pick […]

When you hear the word assessment, do you automatically think “tests”? While it’s true that […]

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With your students, it can seem impossible to teach that sugar is not a nutritional […]

Here’s an after-class question for you: Would you rather push yourself at your own pace […]

Best April 2025 New Books for Kids, Teens, and Teachers Skip to main content Every […]

An “I Am” poem is a way for students to introduce themselves, explore poetry writing, […]

Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “Every artist was first an amateur.” That’s why it’s so […]

We don’t know about you, but we are SO ready for the spring season after […]

Dear We Are Teachers, Our elementary school has a spring carnival every year, and every […]

Fourth grade art students are ready for new challenges, like trying out perspective or exploring […]

Sometimes, you just need to sweat out your worries. Literally. Exercise is an excellent means […]

Trees are a topic you can study year-round. From how trees help animals during winter […]

Are your dino-lovers ready to color? Then you need to save and print these free […]

Every educator understands the critical role of empowering students in shaping their future success. By […]

Who doesn’t dream of visiting one of Walt Disney’s many resorts or theme parks? Be […]

Whether you’re singing a nursery rhyme or building reading skills, poetry is a great way […]

Every teacher knows a student or two who absolutely loves all things outer space. These […]

Valarie Rapp is an Ohio middle school teacher who has taught social studies for 21 […]

We know AI can be a huge time-saver for teachers when used effectively and responsibly, […]

Looking for a balmy break from the frigid temperatures and winter monotony? Then thanks to […]

In today’s digital world, keeping parents, students, and staff informed is more important than ever. […]

Dear We Are Teachers, One of our elementary APs seems proud of her mean reputation. […]

Regardless of your artistic abilities, you can still help your students improve their own artistry […]

Why did it take me so many years to try ice cream in a bag? […]

37 Read Across America Activities To Celebrate Literacy Skip to main content Every product is […]

As much as we wish emergencies didn’t happen, it’s best to be prepared—and to prepare […]

Poetry can be a hard sell for kids. It’s not always easy for them to […]

OK, so maybe winter break just happened less than a minute ago … but am […]

Sometimes, you need a car to get you from the airport to the cabin you’ve […]

Taylor Swift is without a doubt one of the biggest superstars in history. Not only […]

Can we make a car go by using a balloon for power? Check out our […]

March is Women’s History Month, coinciding with International Women’s Day on March 8. It’s a […]

Since Mother’s Day is right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about ways […]

Looking for the best poems for 4th graders? We’ve put together a great list of […]

Dear We Are Teachers, It’s my first year at a new school, but my 7th […]

Art is about expressing your individuality, but you can also make something pretty incredible when […]

When you go on break, you deserve to get as far away from school stressors […]

After weeks of prepping for a research paper—choosing topics, gathering sources, and writing outlines—it was […]

It’s hard to describe how a good companion can change our lives. We may have […]

Friendship is undoubtedly one of life’s most rewarding treasures. From our earliest years in school, […]

Some teachers dread summer. Others shiver at the thought of winter. But if we had […]

The Pythagorean theorem is a fundamental concept in geometry, but introducing it to students can […]

Maryellen, a special education teacher, had a dry cough that never seemed to go away. […]

This Potato Battery Experiment is a fun way to engage your classroom. It feels almost […]

The Rainbow Walking Water Experiment is such a fun experiment that children of all ages […]

Dear We Are Teachers, I teach high school journalism. One of our APs is, I […]

Eating a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables is one of the easiest ways for […]

Let’s be honest: It can be so hard to keep up with all of the […]

There’s almost always a good reason to play music in the classroom. But finding a […]

Ask kids to name famous inventors, and you might get Thomas Edison or Henry Ford […]

Ah, the freshness of youth—filled with vitality, energy, and unlimited potential. These inspirational quotes are […]

Ramadan is a festive and holy time in Islam, meant for togetherness and community. There […]

On January 29, 2025 President Donald Trump released two executive orders that focus on education. […]

Who doesn’t love getting lost in a book? Reading not only opens up doors and […]

We love field trips, but sometimes organizing an excursion just can’t happen. Fortunately, we live […]

We all know a diamond is someone’s best friend, so why not a teacher? Whether […]

Dear We Are Teachers, I dread Valentine’s Day for many reasons as a middle school […]

Best New Books in March 2025 for Kids, Teens, and Teachers Skip to main content […]

For decades, teachers have come together through their associations and unions to secure important protections […]

Helen Keller inspired the world by learning to speak, read, and communicate expertly despite being […]

As teachers, we know our classroom is our stage, and every good show depends on […]

Space is full of mystery, wonder, and tidbits of information that can make any child’s […]

Students love trivia quizzes, and they’re great in the classroom. The stakes are low (no […]

We all know teachers aren’t teaching to get rich. But struggling along from paycheck to […]

EdTech is an ever-growing industry, and it pays to remain plugged into the rising technology […]

Long before The Lion King, kids have been fascinated by these glorious big cats. From […]

Comic strips are a great way to tell stories, organize information, and present new ideas. […]

Language learning gets a boost with Lingolift, a new tool from the team behind Listenwise. […]

About 4.4 million children who were born in the United States have at least one […]

As the new year rises and the school year grinds on, we’re willing to bet […]

Every teacher, from the newly licensed to those with years of experience, should have a […]

Having students complete self-portraits is a great way to start and end the year, reflect […]

Take the challenge out of talking to students about making smart decisions about their developing […]

I really love this simple Skittles Rainbow Experiment. The setup takes minutes and you only […]

As the fires roared through Los Angeles, Cathy T., a 6th grade teacher who is […]

Ready to get your classroom pumped for the day? Instead of struggling to find the […]

Students these days may be spending more class time than ever before on screens, but […]

You shouldn’t have to spend beyond your allotted classroom budget to get top edtech resources […]

There are so many surprising facts about Valentine’s Day! Would you believe that the first […]

Some students need a little more support to succeed in the classroom, but finding the […]

There’s a unique joy in watching your students gather around you for storytime with expectant […]

As a Chinese American growing up in the United States, I was fortunate to be […]

Sixth grade science covers a wide variety of topics and varies depending on the curriculum. […]

There’s something so fascinating about hands-on science experiments and projects. They make learning so meaningful […]

Dear We Are Teachers, I’m in my first year teaching high school biology. Ever since […]

Music teachers are well aware that IMSLP, sadly, cannot be the one-stop-shop for all of […]

By now, you probably know about TED, a nonprofit organization dedicated to sharing important ideas […]

Pocket charts are one of the most versatile tools for making literacy learning fun and […]

When it comes down to it, reading might be the most important skill kids learn […]

We all need food to live. But different foods are also fascinating to learn about. […]

Whether your students are preparing for the science fair or you’re looking for classroom ideas […]

It’s science fair time! You can use science fairs to engage students in completing a […]

Black History Month has been recognized every year since 1976. While it’s important to take […]

George Washington was widely respected both during his lifetime and long after. Though not all […]

Want an activity that will bring a little warmth into the classroom this winter? School […]

As teachers, we’ve all faced those moments. You start the day with a flawless lesson […]

As teachers, we’ve all faced those moments. You start the day with a flawless lesson […]

In the thick of the school year, especially as that third-quarter slump sneaks up on […]

Dear We Are Teachers, I really, really, really don’t want to go back to school. […]

George Washington was a fascinating and inspiring figure, one of the most famous in American […]

Looking for an engaging and educational science activity to do with your students? This DIY […]

No one likes being talked at—people prefer to feel like they’re part of the conversation. […]

These days, it’s become common for educators to be asked what their personal teaching philosophy […]

We love a spirit week. But if you’re looking to spice up your school’s spirit […]

Dear We Are Teachers, My 1st grade partner teacher just told our group text that […]

Forest bathing, aka Shinrin-Yoku, is the Japanese practice of immersing oneself in the forest’s sights, […]

We doubt you enjoy shopping around for car insurance—not when you have papers to grade, […]

Kids love science, especially when it involves hands-on experiments. These experiments, activities, and science projects […]

The last few days before the holiday break are either a lot of fun for […]

If there is one thing that is guaranteed to get your students excited, it’s a […]

Adequate rest is one of the best ways to combat the effects of stress, which […]

Dear We Are Teachers, In an effort to illustrate how uncomfortable our holiday party is […]

Whether you get lots of snow during wintertime or live in a warmer climate, these […]

Winter break is on its way, and no teacher is immune to the end-of-semester fatigue […]

When students and teachers connect on a personal level, everyone benefits. We know these positive […]

Looking for a meaningful but fun way to show students the real-life impacts of concepts […]

Which One Doesn’t Belong tasks, with three options that are connected and one that is […]

When it comes to car and road safety awareness in schools, the Georgia Department of […]

The Live Más Scholarship from the Taco Bell Foundation is all about recognizing students who […]

Balancing classroom comfort with affordable apparel is a challenge all its own. But the New […]

Looking for a new way to teach your students the stages of mitosis this year? […]

Does your classroom have any special traditions when it snows? Maybe you read a favorite […]

Ward’s Science Kits for the OpenSciEd curriculum take the hassle out of lesson prep, giving […]

First graders will cheer when you announce that they’ll get to do a real, hands-on […]

Science comes alive in the classroom with Ward’s Science Engage Cell Cycles kit. This hands-on resource […]

Hey. You. Yes, you in the cardigan. With the orthopedic shoes, the lanyard with 10 […]

As a teacher who is always working to make my classroom a fairer place, I’ve […]

Starting a teaching career comes with a seemingly endless series of decisions. For many new […]

It’s winter! Time for snowflake decorations, snow study, and snow days! Whether or not an […]

Dear We Are Teachers, I teach 6th grade, and every year we all dread the […]

Between winter break, midterm exams, and the changing of semesters, this time of year brings […]

Are there jobs for former teachers that don’t take place in the classroom? Of course […]

Teachers are always on the move… and sometimes a little too literally. And while no […]

As educators, we know crafting an inclusive school environment is both crucial and highly challenging […]

The We Are Teachers team is on the hunt for the best Black Friday and […]

Before that kid in the back of the room raises his hand and asks, “What […]

A good chuckle can be a game-changer in the classroom. When boredom strikes or morale […]

As teachers, many of us know and love IXL from using it in our classrooms. […]

Dear We Are Teachers, We got a new teacher on our team this year who […]

Whether your school could use some new hands-on coding tools or you’re doing holiday shopping […]

At least once a year, one of my freshmen would ask me why everything we […]

When you decided to become a teacher, no doubt it felt like exactly the right […]

They say that laughter is the best medicine, so what better way to give kids […]

There’s no better way to encourage outside-the-box thinking than math brain teasers! They’re usually much […]

Turkey and stuffing … football and giving thanks. Most of us love Thanksgiving for the […]

Dear We Are Teachers, I’m in my third year of teaching 3rd grade. I have […]

It’s no secret that President-elect Donald Trump and the Republicans want to dismantle the U.S. […]

You can’t go wrong with riddles that tease your brain—especially the funny kind that bring […]

When students learn to debate, they gain valuable life skills. Debates teach kids to research […]

Science can be a heavy topic. Whether you’re learning or teaching, all that deep thinking […]

Skilled trades offer well-paid, stable jobs without needing to attend a four-year college, making them […]

Are you a music teacher who loves to tell jokes? Keep your class up-tempo with […]

As we enter the winter season, the days become darker and snow blankets the earth. […]

As we settle into the new school year, we know the pivotal moment when students […]

Need a quick, engaging way to kick off your science lessons or wrap up the […]

If you’re teaching kids about the 50 nifty states, you’ll love this free set of […]

Dear We Are Teachers, I have a stutter that is mostly controlled, but gets worse […]

Thinking of pursuing a career in teaching? Teachers are needed now more than ever. Learn […]

Honor Black history all year long with this set of printable Black scientist posters. We […]

Sometimes you just need a good laugh, and your students do too! Whether it’s a […]

Teaching photosynthesis this year? You’re in the right place! Five fantastic photosynthesis worksheets are ready […]