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Teacher shares 9 great things we took out of the classroom that need to come back immediately
5+ day, 22+ hour ago (689+ words) Whatever happened to spelling tests? Like most institutions, elementary schools evolve, whether because of advancements in technology, new methodologies, or fluctuating school budgets nationwide. An elementary school teacher recently went viral on TikTok for calling out nine things that have…...
Teacher-of-the-year nominee's 5-point explanation of why she quit goes viral
2+ week, 3+ day ago (463+ words) “The people making these decisions are NOT looking out for the students’ best interests.” When I studied to become a teacher in college, I learned what education can and should be. I learned about educational psychology and delved into research…...
Bryce Dallas Howard reconnects with high-school English teacher who helped her discover what she was capable of.
2+ week, 5+ day ago (436+ words) Teachers who invest in their students can help transform the future. Now, DonorsChoose is helping make that investment possible in classrooms across the country. The two embraced, and then immediately started reminiscing. For Scotch, his first impression of Bryce as…...
Her 5-year-old wished his stomach were flatter. Instead of 'you’re perfect,' she posed a gentle question.
2+ week, 5+ day ago (631+ words) “Instead of correcting him, I got curious.” “I wish my stomach was flatter, because then I would be cooler.” if you want to raise kids with a healthy relationship with food, I hope you’ll love my page! ♬ Soft Summer – Lowtone…...
The true definition of a 'good friend' depends entirely on when you were born
2+ week, 6+ day ago (513+ words) Studies say each generation views loyalty and friendship differently. Everyone wants a good friend—someone they can trust, share their feelings with, and bond over moments big and small. Finding friends in this digitally dominated age isn’t easy, especially with…...
Why the first day of school serves as a 'hinge point' throughout our lives
2+ week, 6+ day ago (692+ words) We asked people about their most vivid first day memories and their answers are pure nostalgia. Recently, Upworthy asked our Facebook followers the following question: What’s a first day of school moment you still remember perfectly? As the comments began…...
A fifth grade teacher caught a student 'stealing' food. It changed his classroom forever.
3+ week, 2+ day ago (555+ words) “You’d be shocked at how many teachers do this exact same thing.” It’s no secret that teachers often don’t get all the supplies they need to run their classrooms. An overwhelming majority dip into their own pockets every year, spending…...
A Millennial mom argues that the joy of back-to-school time has been ruined by its 'eventification"
3+ week, 2+ day ago (696+ words) Getting ready to go back to school marks the bittersweet end of summer and the excitement of a new school year. Prepping usually involves running errands for fresh school supplies and outfits. First-day-of-school pictures are one way to immortalize the…...
Some say parents shouldn't use 'baby talk' with infants. Science says otherwise.
3+ week, 2+ day ago (381+ words) Perhaps there’s a reason it’s instinctive across cultures. Baby talk can be a touchy subject depending on who you’re speaking with. Some parents believe that babies should be spoken to like miniature adults, while others scoff at the thought. Scientists…...
A teacher gave students a seemingly simple connect-the-dots test. Only one student got it.
3+ week, 3+ day ago (468+ words) It’s a perfect demonstration of how we limit our own thinking. Who doesn’t love a good brain teaser? A teacher and content creator in India named Raviraj Master likes to challenge his students with all kinds of riddles, puzzles, and…...