Éy Swáyel! Welcoming Indigenous Pedagogy as a Canadian Educator
As an educator in Canada, whose homeland has been inhabited by Indigenous peoples long before me, I have the opportunity and responsibility to teach this history to my students.
Author: TEACH Magazine
10 Books About Environmental Conservation for Children and Teens
Inspire students to take action against climate change, plastic pollution, and Earth’s water crisis with these environmental-themed books.
Virtual Field Trips: Zoos
For a new twist on a classic school field trip, use these virtual zoo programs to take students on wild journeys through the animal kingdom—all from the comfort of the classroom!
Turning Pages: Putting the Fun Back into Reading
By middle school or earlier, many children have lost motivation, confidence, and focus in reading. Where does it all start to go downhill, and what can be done to change that?
5 Ways to Incorporate Mindfulness with Your Students
Now is the perfect opportunity for teachers and students to develop consistent mindfulness practices, together.
Get Moving: Helping to Close the Phys Ed. Gap
Although physical education may be on the decline, experts say there are a number of ways for K–12 teachers to help get kids moving.
The Novel in Verse: Recommended Reading for the Classroom
The novel in verse is witnessing an explosion in popularity and publication. Why does it deserve a place in your collection, and how can it be incorporated into the classroom?
It’s Alive! Teaching with Horror Stories in the Classroom
Throughout my years of teaching, I’ve discovered that students are often more eager to read and discuss horror stories than other material.
10 Books to Share with Students During Black History Month
These books honour and celebrate Black culture and experiences. Share them with students not only during the month of February, but all year round.
Children’s Museum Field Trips
Children’s museums can be excellent environments to foster creativity and curiosity through hands-on, multi-sensory environments.