May is Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States. It’s a month designed to raise awareness about the importance of mental health and wellness for people. Even children who aren’t experiencing difficulties can be helped by understanding more about mental health. Sometimes it’s hard to understand what’s going on
May is Mental Health Awareness month! For 2021, the theme is “You Are Not Alone,” as chosen by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Mental health disorders can feel so isolating, and family support can make all the difference to children who are struggling. Read on to find out
“Where are you from?” “Here.” “OK, but where are you from?” This short conversation is common, even in today’s world, and it reinforces that some Americans don’t consider Asian American or Pacific Islander (AAPI) children as completely American. Have you ever heard this line of questioning directed at children in
Happy National Poetry Month! According to the Academy of American Poets, this April marks the 25th anniversary of National Poetry Month. What better way to celebrate than with 50 well-known children’s poems—25 for elementary-aged children and 25 for middle and high school-aged children? If you want ideas for celebrating National
Happy Earth Day! Celebrated in April every year, this holiday is a reminder to take care of the planet. One person can make a difference and, by uniting, we can all help to protect Earth against climate change. Here is a quick explainer on what Earth Day is and how
March is National Read Aloud Month and National Reading Month in the US. What better time is there to celebrate the importance of reading? We take it for granted, but language wasn’t always written, and widespread literacy wasn’t always the case. Human history is full of heroes who’ve helped improve
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is a national holiday that celebrates the life and legacy of a man who brought hope and healing to America through greater equality for all people, regardless of race. Today, we celebrate the timeless virtues he taught by looking to his ground-breaking words that are
The winter holidays have begun, and school will be out soon! Rest and relaxation are both important for students. But so is keeping the skills they’ve gained over the school year. These 50 winter crafts and activities are a great way to have fun over the holiday break. You’ll find
Decorating your classroom (or, for virtual teachers, background space) for autumn is an easy way to bring a smile to your students’ faces. If you’re still teaching in person in some capacity, fall door decor can be great for keeping spirits high. Looking for some festive and simple fall door
International Teachers Day (also known as World Teachers’ Day) is right around the corner. On October 5, families around the world will come together to show gratitude for the teachers who have made a difference in their lives. According to UNESCO, the 2020 theme for International Teachers Day is, “Teachers:
