A former fourth grade teacher turned curriculum alignment specialist reminisces about the small moments and minor catastrophes that filled her days as an educator—and inspire her work today.
Continue ReadingOne Step at a Time: Helping Our Kids Transition Back to School
This eagerly awaited back-to-school period is filled with challenges, opportunities, and plenty of emotion. Educators reflect on how grown-ups can help kids navigate yet another “new normal.”
Continue ReadingThe Case for Accelerated Learning: Supporting Student Success
Explore how BrainPOP is supporting accelerated learning this school year, from resources that help you create a positive classroom culture to content addressing learning gaps.
Continue ReadingFrom One Educator to Another: Back-to-School Wisdom and Well-Wishes
BrainPOP staffers—and former K-12 educators—reflect on the new school year, and share their best lived and learned advice.
Continue ReadingIn the POP Seat with Steve Mesler: From Olympic Gold Medalist to Classroom Champion
Welcome to “In the POP Seat,” a new education thought leadership series brought to you by BrainPOP! In this inaugural interview, we’ll meet a bobsledder turned nonprofit executive who embraces lifelong learning and pays it forward.
Continue ReadingIntroducing BrainPOP Connect™: A New Virtual Event Series for Educators
Revisit highlights from our inaugural summer event, and mark your calendar for “BrainPOP Connect: Looking Forward,” just in time for back to school!
Continue Reading4 Ways to Build Classroom Community and Connect with Students
Developing meaningful connections and authentic relationships is essential for building classroom community and helping students succeed.
Continue ReadingEducators Reflect on the Lessons of Juneteenth
Sharing information, inviting others to learn, and bringing them into the experience is a celebration of Black culture.
Continue Reading8 Things Every Dad Should Know
There are many ways to be present and engaged with our kids, and to build skills that will serve them well for a lifetime.
Continue ReadingLeading with Pride: Why LGBTQ+ Representation Matters
An inclusive curriculum sends the message that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect.
Continue Reading