5 Ways to Integrate Current Events into Instruction
Many teachers would like to teach current events but do not feel that they have time to incorporate them into an already…
Read MoreTeaching Resources for the Holidays
During this time of year, students and teachers alike start counting down the days until the next school break. Teaching about late…
Read MoreDiscussing Current Events in the Classroom
Addressing news in the classroom can be a source of unease for some. The abundance of inflammatory language in the public sphere,…
Read MoreUplifting Student Voices in the Classroom with Listenwise
Student engagement is key to building a safe, positive school culture that increases achievement, fosters creativity and community, and decreases boredom, alienation,…
Read MoreIntroducing Listening Lessons With Your Students
There are many ways to set up a listening lesson with your class. Here are some ideas to help you get started…
Read MoreLesson Ideas from Listenwise Advocates
We are excited to share favorite features and lesson ideas from a few of our Listenwise Advocates! These awesome educators are master teachers…
Read MoreTips on Teaching Kindness
Teaching kindness can create inclusive school environments and positive behavior that invites friendship. Promoting kindness is also a key in reducing its…
Read MoreHow to Use Listenwise to Improve Listening, Literacy, and Language Skills
Listenwise is a flexible resource and can be used to meet many different goals for your students. Listening advances oral language skills…
Read MoreSpotlighting Jim Bentley’s Classroom Listening Routine
We hope you have been having a great summer! We are busy planning for back-to-school, listening to tons of NPR stories, and…
Read MoreHow to Teach With Authentic Voices
What do we want our students to learn? Of course we want them to gain mastery in grade-level content and skills. We…
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