Virtual field trips are a game changer. Not only do they fill in for real field trips when budgets and other roadblocks prevent in-person options, but virtual field trips also open doors to educational experiences all over the country and the world, both past and present. No fundraising or permission slips required! (Note: For anyone … Read more
There’s no bus ride required to take your students on awesome field trips—we bring the tours to you! These interactive virtual field trips give your students insight into the careers of the future by hearing from real-life professionals about innovative technology. Your class will love the enthusiastic hosts, engaging videos, and kid-friendly topics. Hosted on … Read more
Between winter break, midterm exams, and the changing of semesters, this time of year brings plenty of schedule changes and awkward gaps to fill. One way to survive the chaos is to have a bunch of fun, easy-to-use activities ready to go. With this bundle of winter-themed games and activities, you’ll have everything you need … Read more
As a teacher who is always working to make my classroom a fairer place, I’ve seen how bringing cultural stories and traditions into our lessons can really help students. It makes them feel seen, sparks their interest in the material, and gets them thinking deeply. Recently, I came across a study from the University of … Read more
Starting a teaching career comes with a seemingly endless series of decisions. For many new teachers, one of the biggest is whether or not to join a union. Without question, teacher unions offer a wide range of benefits—from collective bargaining and job protections to educational and leadership opportunities. Even in states without or with limited … Read more
Dear We Are Teachers, I teach 6th grade, and every year we all dread the week of final exams before we let out for winter break. Our administration is very strict about what we can and cannot use as final exam grades (e.g., the final exam can’t be a creative project, can’t be an essay, … Read more
It’s winter! Time for snowflake decorations, snow study, and snow days! Whether or not an actual winter storm is headed your way, use these free snowflake printables to inspire writing, science, and more. The snowflake printable bundle is flexible and can be used long after the last flake melts. Grab the full snowflake bundle by … Read more
by TeachThought Staff We make lasting connections through play, but the role of play in learning is an idea that continues to meet resistance. Part of the reason could be tone. We like our learning serious, intentional, and academic. This is reflected through a parallel insistence on an outcomes-based learning system where learning objectives are … Read more
by TeachThought Staff What is learned helplessness? Definition Learned helplessness is a psychological condition in which a person, after repeated failures or negative experiences, believes they have no control over situations’ outcomes and stops trying to improve or change them. Below is an example of Learned Helplessness in the classroom. Instructor: The biggest fear for … Read more
50 Inspirational And Motivational Quotes by TeachThought Staff What are some of the most inspirational quotes about life? Well, that depends on what kind of inspiration you’re looking for. Life quotes range across the human condition, from suffering to possibility, hope to sacrifice, love to loss. The best quotes about life are often those that … Read more