Events to Enrich Your Classroom
As you settle into the new school year, consider incorporating special observances like Grandparents Day (September 8) to celebrate family connections and oral history, National College Savings Month to introduce financial literacy concepts, International Dot Day (September 15) to inspire creativity and a growth mindset, and National Comic Book Day (September 25) to explore visual storytelling and literacy. These themed celebrations provide ideal springboards for cross-curricular activities, community engagement, and memorable learning experiences that captivate your students while meeting educational objectives.
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Grandparents' Day is an excellent opportunity to express gratitude to Mimi, Gigi, Papa, Abuela, or Pops! In honor of this special day, we’re sharing a Reading Trek for “Ezparanza Rising”—the true story of Pam Muñoz Ryan written by her granddaughter.
Share this story with your students »
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Discover practical strategies for integrating financial literacy into every subject area. From math calculations involving real-world money scenarios to art entrepreneurship projects, this guide shares how educators can teach essential skills.
Try these strategies during College Savings Month »
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International Dot Day (September 15) celebrates creativity, courage, and collaboration and is inspired by Peter H. Reynolds' book "The Dot." In honor of this special day, we’re sharing a collection of resources related to creativity for all grades.
Bring creativity into your lessons »
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National Comic Book Day (September 25) honors the art, artists, and stories of comic books. Find resources like graphic novels, comic strips, ready-to-go cartoon image creators, and more for your K-12 classroom. Try turning them into an assessment!
Explore this curated collection »
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This Week at TeachersFirst
We can't wait to see you at our upcoming fall OK2Ask virtual workshops! You’ll also find resources related to the National Day of Service and Remembrance to deepen your students' understanding of September 11, 2001. Don't forget to explore our carefully curated self-care resources designed just for teachers like you, and we'd love to hear your voice in this week's poll!
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Registration is open for our fall 2025 OK2Ask virtual workshops! Register for “EduProtocols for Student Engagement & Choice,” “Instructional Storytelling, Learner Agency, and Zombies,” and several other sessions.
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Patriot Day - September 11
The National Day of Service and Remembrance honors the victims, survivors, and heroes of 9/11. Use these resources to show your students why we engage in community projects, memorial ceremonies, and acts of kindness on this day.
Share this important piece of history with your students »
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Special Topic Collection
Education is a demanding field where giving is constant and burnout is common. These carefully curated tools and resources are designed to help you replenish your resilience and compassion. Check out this timely collection for educators!
Find resources for self-care this school year »
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Share your thoughts with our community
This week, our poll asks, "Do you incorporate comics or cartoons in your lessons?" Click submit to share your response and view the replies of other educators.
Reply here »
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