Tech Tool of the Month: Wordwall – Part 1

Tired of the same old worksheets and lectures? What if you could transform your lessons into dynamic, interactive games in just a few minutes? Enter Wordwall, a powerful and user-friendly platform that empowers educators to create engaging learning resources that captivate students and enhance instruction. The free plan includes twelve game templates to choose from, including … read more »

New Season, New Possibilities: Teaching with Sesame Street

Did you sing along with the lyrics above or simply smile as you read them? Since Sesame Street first aired on November 10, 1969, those iconic lines have welcomed generations of children into a world of joyful learning. Through music, storytelling, and beloved characters—alongside memorable guests like Lin-Manuel Miranda, Amanda Gorman, and Simone Biles—the show … read more »

Middle School Reading Strategies That Build Confidence and Connection

The magic of reading often begins in the early grades, with phonics, sight words, and the joyful discovery of stories. But the journey doesn’t end in elementary school. Middle school is a pivotal time for nurturing strong, confident, and diverse readers—especially as new distractions like phones, video games, and social media compete for students’ attention. … read more »

AI-Powered Interactive Activity Creation with Canva Code

You probably already know that Canva (reviewed here) can create stunning visuals in minutes, but what if it could also generate interactive activities without you having to learn how to code? It’s now possible with their AI code generator, Canva Code.  Canva Code makes it easy to transform your content into custom games, activities, and … read more »

Back to School Community Building Activities for Secondary Classrooms

“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” ~Maya Angelou Ahh…it is the joyous, wonderful time of the year where teachers are running wild, preparing their classroom for the next group of minds waiting to discover their full … read more »

The Energy Detective Approach: How to Integrate SDG #7 into Any Classroom

What if your students could become real-world problem solvers while mastering essential academic skills? By transforming your classroom into an energy detective headquarters, you can seamlessly integrate UN Sustainable Development Goal #7—ensuring access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all—into engaging, hands-on learning experiences. The energy detective approach converts abstract global challenges into … read more »

Creating Responsible Digital Citizens Through Digital Source Evaluation

Digital citizenship has come into greater focus for educators over the years as misinformation has begun to dominate social media news feeds. According to a 2024 fact sheet from Pew Research Center, more than 54% of American adults receive their news from social media outlets, and we know this number is much higher for younger … read more »

What’s New (and Awesome) in AI for the Classroom

Educators using digital resources for classroom needs know that AI continues to evolve in exciting and unexpected ways. As we’ve passed the halfway point of 2025, it’s time to examine some of the latest and updated AI resources available. Interestingly, some longtime favorites have steadily and quietly transformed⁠–⁠adding powerful new features that deserve a fresh … read more »

From Code Talkers to Coding: Building Critical Thinking with Digital Tools 

Every August 14, we observe a day of profound significance: National Navajo Code Talkers Day. This day honors the Native American soldiers who used their intricate and unwritten language to create an unbreakable code during World War II. This historical event not only showcases the elegance and power of codes, but also the ingenuity needed … read more »

Magnifying Metacognition: Reclaiming the “Messy Middle” in Math Instruction

In today’s fast-paced age of technology, students often prioritize finding immediate answers rather than focusing on thinking to grow their understanding. With ever-growing access to AI, students can turn to chatbots as personal assistants who can even give them the “work” their teacher requested to support their answers. But math teachers will tell you that … read more »