Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques That Put Students on the Path to College by Doug Lemov So much of the daily work of leading a classroom is never taught in an education classroom. This book has received a great deal of buzz among teachers thanks to its detailed, step-by-step teaching techniques written in [...]
I used to be a big sucker for inspirational teacher movies. The swelling orchestral music, the improbably attractive and articulate young people, the “failing” schools with hardwood floors and class sizes of less than 15 kids … I loved all of it. I’d probably still love them, except that I’m not allowed to watch them [...]
“Before I knew I was dyslexic, I thought I was stupid,” said the boy who graduated high school with honors and is headed to Yale in the fall. The truth is, many kids who struggle with reading initially believe they’re stupid. Living with a reading disability that hasn’t been identified can be scary and discouraging. [...]
So the school year is winding down. You've put together lesson plan after lesson plan. You've taught five days a week and never taken time off. Your students have learned and grown as individuals. You've successfully navigated the emotional rollercoaster that is being an educator for another full year, but all your effort boils down [...]
Can we talk about school as a workplace for a minute? We put in just as many (if not more) hours as the average worker, so all we're asking for are some basic items to meet our survival needs. Here are just a few things that would make everyone who frequents the staff lounge, kitchenette [...]
We found free books for low-income schools, literacy grants, free ebook databases and we even offer some of our favorite ideas for finding books on the cheap. We hope this helps you fill the shelves of your classroom library and foster a love of reading in your students. 1. First Book - If at least [...]
“But this book is so old!” Sound familiar? Never fear! Here are some foolproof ways to keep the classics fresh for the modern-day student. 1. Pair contemporary poetry and short stories with the classics. Invite students to read modern short stories and poetry and make thematic connections to a classic you are reading in class. [...]
There are few things bookworms revere more than a quality book list. For that reason, we're sharing one with you. Some of these will surely look familiar. Some will be brand new. Without further adieu, here are the Top 20 Books That Teach Social Skills. Click the title to learn more about the book on [...]
Teaching is an extremely taxing occupation on both mind and body. In the course of a single day, educators make hundreds of decisions while reacting to the ever-changing needs of each student. It takes a special type of strength to guide and control an entire classroom for five days out of the week. For these [...]
Spring is the season for new beginnings. The weather gets warmer. The daytime gets longer. Trees grow new leaves and flowers bloom to brighten everything in sight. For teachers, the season provides a perfect opportunity to redecorate the classroom and incorporate fun, fresh activities into the lesson plan. In an effort to spread some springtime [...]
