Phillis Wheatley became one of the best-known poets in 18th-century America. When her poems became well known, Wheatley’s work became a catalyst for…
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Figurative language is important for reading comprehension, and it’s fun to teach. Once students understand the difference between literal and figurative language and…
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There’s lots of research showing the positive impacts of time spent outdoors on kids’ physical and mental health, and how outdoor learning can…
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Dear We Are Teachers, It’s my second year teaching 7th grade, which means my second year dealing with middle school boys’ antics. Last…
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By now, you’ve probably heard all the hubbub about ChatGPT, the artificial intelligence chatbot. “Students will never write their own papers again!” or…
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Take a meow-ment to add a little creativity to your classroom this season. Kids love drawing, and one of their favorite subjects is…
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William Shakespeare, who lived from 1564 to 1616, is widely considered to be the greatest writer in the English language. He was extremely…
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It’s so much fun to see students exploring new ways to use words and learn vocabulary. That’s why poetry is so exciting! We’ve…
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Meet Mr. Finn, the vibrant choir teacher who’s hitting all the right notes on TikTok! With his kaleidoscope of colorful shirts, infectious energy,…
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Earth Day is fast approaching (April 22), though there really is never a bad time to celebrate Mother Earth. It’s important to teach…