Classrooms that blend diverse texts with strong processing strategies are incubators for student growth. Through this integrated approach, students don’t just read to know; they read to understand, to feel, and most importantly, to connect.
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Do you remember that moment when you realized your teacher was more than just an educator—that they also have an identity outside of the classroom? Embracing teachers’ multidimensional identities can positively impact schools, students, and the educators themselves.
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“Whereas the physical and religious obligations that accompany Ramadan may seem more concrete, the values we cultivate and grow during this month are deeply personal, and they shift throughout the seasons of our lives,” writes Maneeza Dawood, Ph.D. “As a Muslim woman growing up in the United States, my religious and cultural background has helped me navigate these shifts in personal values over the years.”
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Every February the United States and Canada recognize and celebrate the contributions of Black Americans during Black History Month. Here are six engaging and educational ideas to create shared learning moments with your family this month and any time of the year.
Continue ReadingSummer Learning Activities: Star Light, Star Bright
Exploring the wonders of the night sky can spark curiosity and career aspirations all summer long.
Continue ReadingSummer Learning Activities: Let the Good Times Roll!
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.
Continue ReadingSummer Learning Activities: 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.
Continue ReadingIn the POP Seat: A Common Sense Approach to Media with Kelly Mendoza, Ph.D.
When it comes to developing a healthy relationship with media and technology, Kelly Mendoza, VP of education programs at nonprofit Common Sense Education, believes in starting young. “In the POP Seat” is an education thought leadership series brought to you by BrainPOP.
Continue ReadingWhat Can Kids Learn from the Mindset of Paralympic Champions?
Resilience, perseverance, endurance—barrier-breaking athletes have a lot to teach our kids.
Continue ReadingEducator Perspectives: Empowering Teachers to Support Learner Diversity
How can we support educators to leverage students’ strengths, engage their interests, and meet varying learning needs? Two educators share their experience and insights.
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