Finding quiet
A compelling TED Radio Hour episode that explores ways to step back and make time to reflect in an increasingly distracted and hurried world
Secret agent students
5 tools for creating and including secret messages in the learning process
The pencil and the keyboard
Clive Thompson’s thought-provoking talk on how the way you write changes the way you think
Mix It Up
From Teaching Tolerance—ideas and activities that encourage students to identify, question and cross social boundaries . . . during lunchtime and beyond
Rethinking giftedness
A short film from Stanford’s Jo Boaler encouraging us to consider the importance of celebrating the growth potential of all students
Do this, not that
An informational graphic outlining assignments that move learning from static to dynamic—supporting critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity skills
Gratitude
A view into one impressive 6th grader’s reasons to feel grateful every day