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To All the New Teachers, On Your First Day of School

It’s natural to feel all the feelings during back-to-school season—especially if you’re a first-year teacher! Take heart: We tapped seasoned educators for their advice and insights to empower you on your journey.

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Family “View and Do”: Let the Good Times Roll!

In this second installment of our family “View and Do” series, we’re engaging in playful learning with all types of wheels. Pair some BrainPOP movies with do-at-home family activities to learn about the mechanics, forces, and laws of motion that propel the fun.

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Be Well: The BrainPOP Approach to Employee Wellness and Well-Being

The BrainPOP People Team leans heavily on two of our work values—lead with empathy, and learn and improve together—as we plan our annual wellness roadmap.

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Navigating Traumatic Moments: Tips and Resources from a School Psychologist

When faced with trauma or tragedy, it's important to be proactive about supporting each other and the children in our care. We connected with a district school psychologist and mental health advisor to BrainPOP for guidance and recommended resources to help navigate difficult conversations.

Your Official Guide to BrainPOP at the 2022 NSTA National Conference

Calling all science educators: Are you heading to Chicago for the NSTA National Conference this week? Come meet our team, and check out the official BrainPOP session schedule!

BrainPOP Recent Topic Roundup: July 2022

It’s summertime, and we’re taking a moment to reflect on a productive school year! Here are all the new BrainPOP and BrainPOP Jr. topics published since April.

Family “View and Do”: Learning Through Water Play!

Summertime is a perfect time to notch up the playful learning for your family. We’ve paired a selection of BrainPOP movies and games with activities that celebrate those less structured hours in the day when kids are free to play, explore, daydream, and create.

The Dad Days of Summer

Summer break is upon us! Four BrainPOP dads share how they’ll squeeze every last drop of sunlight out of the season with their kids. And they’ve got some practical lessons planned along the way, too.