6-8 Middle School

Writing gives students an outlet to express their feelings and connect with others during this unsettling time in their lives.

Being separated from trusted peers and teachers can be particularly challenging for these students, but educators can take steps to help them feel cared for and safe.

Don’t throw that banana peel in the trash! Use a school compost bin to foster project-based learning across subjects and grade levels.

When the world feels dangerous, harnessing learning can provide some measure of clarity and perspective.

A former school librarian shares recent young adult novels to boost kids’ resilience or give them some laughs. A few dystopian picks may provide a new perspective on the current situation.

An elementary teacher who has worked for an edtech start-up argues that it’s important now—with teachers and students working separately—to promote reflection and social connection as tools for learning.

Analyzing the themes in a literary work can be tricky for students, but a simple formula can scaffold the process.

Using giant whiteboards is an easy way to encourage teamwork, differentiate, and foster deep engagement with content.

These strategies can help students who are able to decode well but have difficulty understanding what they read—and they’re beneficial for all students.

Seventy percent of teens say stress is a major problem. Research backs that up—and teachers are beginning to offer solutions.