What Is Social-Emotional Learning?
What do students need to excel in school? Your first thoughts may be intelligence, knowledge, or a good work ethic. But what about their ability to work well with others…
What do students need to excel in school? Your first thoughts may be intelligence, knowledge, or a good work ethic. But what about their ability to work well with others…
Why Children Need Recess “Never kid a kid who hasn’t had his recess.” – T.J. Detweiler, Recess cartoon Do students really need recess, or is it better to give…
Remember when phones were attached to the wall, and were used only to call people? As STEM fields continue to advance at a rapid rate, elementary school science becomes an…
Learning about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) can empower students and build their confidence. As advances in STEM fields continue to accelerate, educators are putting greater emphasis on developing…
In the wake of 2020, many of us took a tumble down Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, often back to the most basic survival levels. The problem with being at the…
Teaching media literacy in social studies helps students become responsible citizens who can make informed decisions. Media literacy is the ability to identify types of digital content, understand the messages…
Today, technology surrounds children everywhere. However, with the incredible blessings of the digital era — such as instant access to countless learning resources — comes a big problem: cyberbullying. School…
Critical Race Theory (CRT) has become a difficult political topic, leaving many educators wondering how to approach the subject with parents, teachers, and students. Knowing the history behind CRT and…
Too often, children struggle to meet academic standards because traumatic events impair their ability to learn and excel in school. As an educator, you can help these children succeed by…
Personal well-being is fundamental for creating a healthy life full of happiness and satisfaction. In fact, well-being is so important the United Nations made promoting stronger health and well-being one…