Motivating Students
Ideas for motivating students and creating intrinsic and extrinsic incentives in your classroom.
Grades:
Elementary School
If We’re Teaching Social Emotional Skills, We Need to Assess Them
Here are some smart ways to do it.
Grades:
Elementary School
Why Kids Need More Talk Time in the Classroom
We know—they are ALWAYS talking. 🤪 But those focused conversations really do matter.
110 History Jokes We Dare You Not To Laugh At
American history, world history, and more!
Grades:
High School
The Best Student Writing Contests for 2025-2026
Help your students take their writing to the next level.
75 Fun and Easy Minute To Win It Games for Kids and Teens
Perfect for pep rallies, brain breaks, icebreakers, or those minutes just before dismissal.
Grades:
Elementary School
Best 2025-2026 Competitions for Students in Grades K-12
Competitions in STEM, ELA and the arts, and more!
What’s a Story Walk and Why Are Schools and Libraries Loving Them?
Story Walks blend literacy, the outdoors, and movement—and they're not just for little kids!
Free Printable Carnival Station Signs for Your Next Event
Make this school carnival the best yet!
26 Growth Mindset Activities and Strategies To Inspire Confidence in Kids
Help them believe they can achieve.
Grades:
4th Grade
These Underage Drinking and Substance Use Prevention Resources Spark Amazing Classroom Discussions
Free lessons from Ask, Listen, Learn help students explore making smart, healthy choices.
Grades:
High School
Make Students Experts on Air Pressure and Predicting the Weather With This Science Kit
Your students will be blown away by this hands-on experiment.
101 Unique Student Council Ideas To Help Build School Spirit
Build community and unite your school.
