Brain breaks this month can help channel that unpredictable energy into fun, focus, and creativity.

"If you can't beat 'em, join 'em." This approach broadens reading horizons, honors choice and factors in good-fit books. Here are a few ways to expand students' reading repertoires in the sports zone.

Getting hands into the books of little ones is one of the most important things we can do. 

What if the secret to better learning was already built into your students' five senses?

Every step in the 10 Steps to Teaching and Learning Independence is purposeful. See which of the most effective practices in education can be linked to each step.

Use our learning companions with this timeless story about the power of cooperation and how sharing what we have can create abundance for all. 

Take a look at what we are reading this summer, and get a bit of inspiration for your stack!

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Conversation starters, learning goals, and ready-to-go printables for this back-to-school read-aloud.

Lori shares funny books that will keep kids laughing from preschool through middle school. 

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The way you pause, whisper, and pace your words creates the invisible architecture of engagement in your classroom. Here's how to notice—and use—your voice with greater intention.

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Here is a list of graphic novels that may merit a place on your classroom shelf. 

Come inside and cool off with one of these 12 summer-themed titles.

15 titles to consider for thinking about, talking about, and just soaking in kindness.

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We begin CAFE with this powerhouse comprehension strategy. 

Here are some ways that the efficient use of time is built into Independent and Collaborative Learning.

There are some titles in our book stacks that you are going to want to add to your own! 

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A familiar structure, engaging read-alouds, and fun writing activities for guest teachers ease the transition. Get our ideas.

Promote summer reading by sharing book recommendations! Get our list of ways to share. 

The CAFE Menu is an instructional workhorse. Listen in as we talk about setting it up and how we use it.

Five forces shaping classrooms today and why strengthening teaching craft matters more than another initiative.