20 Fun Zoom Games for Kids to Play Anywhere
Perfect for the online classroom!
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of All Time
Online Learning
31 Amazing Educational Virtual Field Trips
No permission slips needed.
65 of the Best Educational Shows on Netflix
Happy streaming!
45+ TED Talks That Will Inspire Your Students
Fascinating speakers and topics.
25 Fantastic Free Google Slides Templates and Themes
Presentations with pizzazz!
Our Favorite Online Games That Are Fun and Educational
Picks for every grade.
5 Classroom Noise Monitor Apps to Help Calm the Chaos
Add these to your bag of tricks.
Our Favorite Online Timers To Keep Learning on Track
Ready, set, go!
20 Totally Fun Kahoot Ideas and Tips
Ramp up classroom engagement!
25 Free Jamboard Templates and Ideas
Whiteboards have gone digital!
35 Best Podcasts for Students
Plus related lesson ideas!
20 Teacher-Approved Educational YouTube Channels
Screen time with real benefits.
The 25+ Best Typing Apps for Students
No more hunting and pecking!
30+ Virtual Learning Platforms and Tools
Tech tools that really work.
Professional Development
7 Classroom Management Techniques That Really Work
Help students understand the rules.
12 Must-Teach Classroom Procedures and Routines
These will seriously cut your stress.
11 of the Best Education Conferences for 2022
Our editors’ picks.
57 Ideas, Tricks, and Tips for Teaching Kindergarten
Brilliant ideas from brilliant teachers!
Anchor Charts 101: Why and How To Use Them
Learn this super-useful strategy.
50 Tips, Tricks, and Ideas for Substitute Teachers
Get inspired and informed!
60 Tips, Tricks, and Ideas for Teaching 1st Grade
Help make it the best year ever!
15 Ways To Scaffold Learning
Learn how to support your students.
25 Team-Building Games for School Staff
Encourage camaraderie.
Discounts and Shopping
35 Best Teacher Bags for 2022
These bags hold it all!
50+ Comfortable Teacher Shoes
Take care of your feet!
Best Teacher Appreciation Giveaways and Deals for 2022
Because you deserve all the things.
Teacher Discounts You Need To Know About
Get our big list here!
Best Amazon Prime Perks for Teachers and Schools
Satisfy your Prime addiction!
The 25 Best Gifts for Teachers, According to Teachers
What teachers really want.
Our 22 Picks for 2022 End-of-Year Teacher Gifts
From succulents to keepsakes.
25 Best Teacher Backpacks To Make Your Life Easier
They’re not just for students anymore.
21 Teacher Appreciation Gifts They'll Actually Appreciate
Show teachers how awesome they are.
Social-Emotional Learning
33+ Awesome Team-Building Games and Activities for Kids
Teach cooperation.
50 Educational Brain Breaks
Quick and easy activities.
Free Cards: 50 SEL Prompts for Students
SEL for middle and high school.
26 Ways To Integrate Social-Emotional Learning Every Day
It’s all about connection.
15 Essential SEL Activities for Preschool and Kindergarten
Important social-emotional activities.
The Zones of Regulation Help Kids Manage Their Emotions
Try these games and activities.
50 Children’s Books for Teaching Social Skills
Titles that teach empathy.
15 Classroom Activities That Teach Job-Readiness
Students need these skills to succeed.
23 Must-Read Anti-Bullying Books for Kids
Sometimes a book can change a heart.
25 Bucket-Filler Activities for Kids That Spread Kindness
No bucket dippers here!
15 Life Skills Every Teen Should Learn
Prepare kids for the future!
75+ Great Critical-Thinking Questions
Great for book discussions.
Science
60 Easy Science Experiments
Use materials you already have!
8th Grade Science Fair Projects and Classroom Experiments
From botany to robotics.
7th Grade Science Fair Projects and Classroom Experiments
Use cabbage to test pH!
5th Grade Science Projects That Will Blow Students’ Minds
Dry-ice bubbles, invisible ink ...
Science Experiments for High School Labs and Science Fairs
Fire up the Bunsen burners!
6th Grade Science Experiments That'll Wow Students
So many hands-on ways to learn.
Hands-On 4th Grade Science Experiments and Activities
Make plastic from milk!
30 Fun and Free Kindergarten Science Activities
Teach them how to explore the world.
15 Creative Ways To Teach About States of Matter
Make root beer floats!
25 Activities for Teaching Weather
Tornadoes, lightning, and rainbows!
Teach Kids the 5 Senses With These 20 Free and Fun Ideas
See, hear, smell, touch, taste.
45 Fun 3rd Grade Science Activities Anyone Can Do
DIY slime, anyone?
1st Grade Science Projects Little Learners Will Love
Hands-on science connects with kids.
Shockingly Fun Electricity Experiments for Kids
Play-dough circuits, potato clocks ...
Simple and Fun Preschool Science Experiments
Spark curious little minds.
21 Free and Fun Plant Life Cycle Activities
Watch the learning grow.
23 Out-of-This-World Space Activities for Kids
Future rocket scientists unite!
15 Hands-On Climate Change Activities for Kids
Teach about our changing planet.
35 Cool 2nd Grade Science Experiments for the Classroom
Help kids fall in love with science.
These 33 Edible Science Projects Are Educational AND Yummy
Kids will gobble up these experiments.
20 Hands-On Heart and Circulatory Activities for Kids
Make a working heart pump model!
17 Cool Ways To Teach Food Webs and Food Chains
It’s all about the circle of life.
50 Outdoor Science Activities and Experiments
Take advantage of a sunny day!
25 Ocean Activities, Experiments, and Crafts for Kids
Uncover the mysteries of the sea!
Periodic Table Activities for Chemistry Students of All Ages
Fun is elemental to learning.
School Culture and Leadership
Ways To Foster School Spirit, Plus a Free Poster!
Hint: Service+fun+community!
50 Awesome Songs for Your End-of-Year Playlist
We’re in the final stretch!
What Teachers Need To Know About Restorative Justice
An alternative to traditional discipline.
37 Chain Restaurants That Do School Fundraisers
Raise money while eating yummy food.
School-Appropriate Songs To Keep Everyone Pumped Up
Jams for classrooms and beyond.
44 Ways To Make Your School and Classroom More Green
Put sustainability first.
Math
40 Fun, Hands-On Ways To Teach Multiplication
Bingo, cootie catchers ...
75+ Awesome Websites for Teaching and Learning Math
Bookmark this list STAT!
28 Math Card Games for Students To Ace
The deck is stacked in your favor.
30 Math Activities for Kids Who Love To Move
Math doesn't have to be dull.
22 Fun and Free Fraction Games and Activities for Kids
Fun ways to practice fractions.
30 Smart Place Value Activities for Elementary Math Students
Place value pool noodles? Genius!
40 Creative Ways To Make Teaching Division Easier
Divide and conquer!
3rd Grade Math Games & Activities To Keep Kids Engaged
So many ways to multiply the fun.
25 Kindergarten Math Games That Make Numbers Fun
Teach them to love math.
15 Meaningful Hands-On Ways to Teach Telling Time
Time flies when you’re having fun!
19 Creative Ways To Teach Area and Perimeter
We’ve got you covered.
20 Fun Dice Games Teachers and Students Will Love
Roll the dice!
25 Fun and Free 1st Grade Math Games and Activities
Teach them early on that math is fun!
30 Meaningful 2nd Grade Math Games Kids Will Enjoy
Sign us up for Measurement Olympics!
14 Essential Strategies in Teaching Math
Even veteran teachers need these.
20 Clever Ideas for Teaching Measurement of All Kinds
Break out the rulers!
25 Awesome Addition Activities That All Add Up to Fun
They’ll be math wizards in no time!
21 Skip-Counting Activities for Elementary Math Students
Teach this important skill.
23 Subtraction Activities That Are Nothing Less Than Awesome
Students will love these.
20 Graphing Activities for Kids That Really Raise the Bar
Bar graphs, pie charts, and more!
Career
I Get Paid for 180 Days Per Year but Actually Work Much More
It’s a full-time job with part-time pay.
45 of Our All-Time Favorite Teacher Quotes
Teachers say some witty things.
30 Interview Questions Every Teacher Must Be Able To Answer
"How do you cope with stress?"
21 Jobs for Teachers Who Want To Leave the Classroom
Other opportunities in education.
Teacher Cover Letters That Will Help You Land Your Next Role
Your guide to a killer cover letter.
42 Ways Teachers Can Make Extra Money
It’s time to get your side hustle on.
What Is Your Philosophy of Education?
Advice for job-hunting teachers.
35 Summer Jobs for Teachers
From summer camp to DoorDash.
Holiday and Seasonal
42 Black History Month Activities
For February and beyond.
7 April Fools’ Pranks for Teachers
Go big or go home.
40 Frightfully Fun Halloween Activities, Crafts, and Games
Celebrate this spooky season!
31 Halloween Costumes for Teachers and Their Work BFFs
Costumes are better in pairs.
31.4 Mathtastic Pi Day Activities for the Classroom
Bring out your inner math geek.
24 Awesome St. Patrick’s Day Activities for Your Classroom
You’re in luck with these options!
25 Amazing Book Character Costume Ideas for Teachers
Choose your favorite protagonist!
7 Genius Teacher-on-Teacher Pranks
Make classroom life a bit more fun.
Health and P.E.
30 Old-School Recess Games Your Students Should Be Playing
Blasts from the past.
45 Sanity-Saving Indoor Recess Ideas
All the games. We have you covered!
Indoor Recess Games for Rainy and Snowy Days
Fun games kids can play inside.
English Language Arts
15 of Our Favorite Poems About Teaching
Words to inspire and contemplate.
70 Great Short Stories To Teach in Middle School
Great for short attention spans.
34 Must-Share Poems for Middle School and High School
These poems inspire creativity.
20 Meaningful Vocabulary Activities for Every Grade
These ideas are the definition of fun!
50 Refreshing and Relatable Books To Teach in Middle School
What would you add to the list?
30 Creative Ways Kids Can Respond to Books
From mint tins to T-shirts.
100 High School Debate Topics To Engage Every Student
Teach how to argue using logic.
43 Creative and Simple Sight Word Activities
The inspiration we needed.
20 Fun Phonics Activities and Games for Early Readers
The foundation for reading success.
40 Best Free and Paid Reading Websites for Kids
Games, ebooks, videos, and more!
50 Creative 4th Grade Writing Prompts
Plus a free printable!
25 Clever Ideas and Activities for Teaching Verb Tenses
Practice makes future perfect!
40 Inspiring Poetry Games and Activities for Kids and Teens
They are poets and they know it!
60 1st Grade Books To Add to Your Collection
New books for your firsties!
60 Kindergarten Books To Add to Your Collection
Perfect titles for your classroom!
60 2nd Grade Books That Will Be Your New Favorites
Encourage a life of reading.
The Big List of K–2 Literacy Centers
Forty ideas to inspire you!
50 Creative 5th Grade Writing Prompts
Plus a free printable!
18 Fantastic Reading Fluency Activities
Build literacy in young readers.
18 Cause-and-Effect Lesson Plans You’ll Love
Help kids master this reading concept.
26 Fun, Easy Ways for Kids To Practice Their ABCs
Games, crafts, and more!
15 Easy "Very Hungry Caterpillar Day" Activities
Celebrate the Eric Carle classic!
12 Fun 2nd Grade Reading Comprehension Activities
Help students dig deeper into texts.
The Best Read-Alouds on YouTube for Classroom or Home
Let these folks do the reading for you.
14 Essential Tips for Teaching Theme in Language Arts
Including mini-lessons on theme.
22 Pre-Writing Activities for Preschoolers
Teach directionality in writing.
50 Preschool Books To Add to Your Collection
Fresh picks for your littlest learners.
The Best 3rd Grade Books To Share With Your Students
Including some perennial favorites.
50 Creative 3rd Grade Writing Prompts
Plus a free printable!
20 of Our Favorite Books To Teach in 5th Grade
Must-reads for your tweens.
The Ultimate Guide to Student Writing Contests
Take their writing to the next level.
5 Effective Strategies for Teaching Decoding Skills
Teach kids to become global readers.
End of Year
Tips for Writing a College Recommendation Letter
Your words can make a big difference.
35 End-of-Year Assignments and Activities for Every Grade
It’s not over until the school bell rings.
27 End-of-Year Student Gifts You Can DIY for a Dollar
All for about a buck!
10 Examples of Awesome End-of-Year Letters to Students
Send them off right!
Classroom Supplies
The Big List of Free Teaching Resources for All Ages
Loads of fun and interesting lessons.
The Big List of Holidays and Other Special Days
Days to celebrate at school.
55 Inexpensive Gift Ideas for Students
Little things mean a lot.
55 Classroom Door Ideas for the Winter Holidays
’Tis the season to get creative!
30 Fidget Toys and Devices To Help Students Focus
Keep them busy and focused.
18 DIY Fidgets That Are Easy and Inexpensive To Make
Constructive fidgeting can help kids.
35 Interactive Bulletin Boards That Will Engage Students
Encourage hands-on learning.
25 of the Best Flexible Seating Options for Today’s Classroom
Kids learn best when comfortable.
11 School and Classroom Themes Students Will Love
Not too trendy, not too obscure.
Teacher Planners That Keep You On Track All Year Long
Buy a planner you’ll actually use.
15 Clever Ideas To Make Your Yearbook a Little Extra
Make it truly memorable.
15 Great Yearbook Theme Ideas You’ll Want To Steal
Get inspiration here!
Classroom Management
75 Sample Report Card Comments
Help has arrived for report card time!
20 Creative Ways To Check for Understanding
Make sure everybody’s on board.
The Big List of Student Contests and Competitions
ELA, STEM, the arts, and more!
How To Set Up and Run a Classroom Escape Room
Your students will absolutely love it!
20 History Jokes We Dare You Not to Laugh At
Why is history like a fruit cake?
25 Scavenger Hunts for Kids
For home or the classroom.
Cheesy Teacher Jokes That Make Us Laugh Out Loud
Need a good laugh?
25 Funniest Knock-Knock Jokes for Kids
Orange you glad I didn’t say banana?
25 Sweet and Funny School Jokes for Kids
Why are fish so smart?
Teachers Share the Best Thank-You Notes They’ve Ever Received
Ah yes. This is why we do what we do.
50 of Our All-Time Favorite Classroom Quotes
It’s a good day for a good day.
How Teachers Can Understand and Help Students With ODD
What it is and how you can help.
10 Ways To Help Students Who Struggle With Anxiety
Breathe in, breathe out.
Desk Pets: The Strategy That’s Taking Over TikTok
This worked for me.
24 Morning Message Ideas To Start Your Day Right
Some thought-provoking questions.
Virtual Rewards That Work in the Classroom
For in-person or online learning.
Back-to-School
Back-to-School Bulletin Board Ideas From Teachers
Superheroes, Star Wars, and more.
Icebreakers for Middle and High School Students
Foster classroom respect.
Ways Teachers Can Introduce Themselves to Students
It’s all about that first impression!
65 Awesome Classroom Doors for Back-to-School
Get inspired and crafty!
41 Perfect Back-to-School Read-Alouds
Grab the perfect picture book!
Arts
50 Amazing 1st Grade Art Projects to Inspire Creativity
Project ideas for every kid!
30 Collaborative Art Projects
The results are pure magic!
55 Kindergarten Art Projects To Spark Early Creativity
Don’t limit yourself to finger paints!
30 Crafts and Activities That Use Upcycled Materials
Save the earth, make art.
30 Creative 5th Grade Art Projects
Expose them to new concepts.
25 Free Directed Drawing Activities Anyone Can Do
Find the creative artist in every kid!
16 Art Projects That Only Require Basic Supplies
Easy yet amazing art!
30 Fantastic 3rd Grade Art Projects That Teach and Inspire
Impressive projects for creative kids.
30 Inspiring 4th Grade Art Projects for Creative Kids
Clay castles, giant waves, and more!
15 Welcome Songs To Start Your Day
Good morning to you!
8 Art Therapy Activities To Help Kids Manage Their Feelings
“Art tells the truth.”
Paint Pouring, Spin Art, and More Painting Ideas for Kids
Fill the world with color!