By Mike

Read Time: 6 minutes

When Students Get Caught in the Trap of Performance—And How to Help Them Get Out

We need to help students get out of the trap of performance. There are so many other great ways for them to measure success.
By Jeremy Knoll

Read Time: 5 minutes

Should We Still Be Teaching Civics?

Should we still be teaching civics? This high school English teacher argues that we need it now more than ever. Learn why.
By Elizabeth Peyton

Read Time: 4 minutes

Why Banned Books Deserve a Place in Our Classrooms, Libraries, and Homes

We shouldn't overlook the importance and value of banned books. See why this English teacher encourages her students and kids to read banned books.
By Jeremy Knoll

Read Time: 5 minutes

Why Teachers Want Your Kids to Fail

As the seniors I teach wrap up their final year of high school, I have one hope for them above all others: I hope they have their share of failures...
By Kate Sundquist

Read Time: 6 minutes

Why Hands-Off Learning Is a Huge Opportunity for Kids

My kids are used to roaming the nearby streets. They are used to finding friends and wildly running through the common spaces of our neighborhood. Each of my kids is...
By Trevor

Read Time: 4 minutes

The Cancellation of Standardized Testing Is a Huge Win for Teachers and Students Across the US

With the canceling of standardized testing, teachers, parents, and students across America are thrilled. Learn why this is such good news.
By Trevor

Read Time: 5 minutes

Should We Still Be Teaching Kids How to Read and Use Maps?

The other day I was on a work trip in Los Angeles and had to traverse  four different interstates, take 10 back roads, and skirt three traffic jams to get...
By Jodi Maurici

Read Time: 8 minutes

Our Students Are Struggling with Social Media and Anxiety—and Adults Are the Ones to Blame

While teaching a lesson on stress the other day in class, I posed a question to my 7th graders:  “Do you think you have more or less stress than your...
By Alex Frost

Read Time: 5 minutes

Student-Led Conferences Should Be Available at All Schools

Student-led conferences can be a powerful way to get kids involved with their own school experience. Here's how to make them work at your school.
By Holly

Read Time: 6 minutes

In the Era of Fake News, Teaching Media Literacy is a Must

With all the different information sources out there, media literacy is essential. Get tips for teaching your kids and students about this important topic.