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Folding Shape Activities to Practice Geometry

Series of folding shapes activities for 1st and 2nd graders to practice symmetry and geometry concepts

Mikayla Capestrani
Educator

Alyssa Fuller
Math Intervention Teacher; Learning Experience Designer, HMH

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9 Education Trends to Watch in 2023

Keep an eye on these education trends in 2023.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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Writing Strategies for ELL Students

Support your ELL students with writing strategies to build confident and capable writers.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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Finding Success with an Instructional Coaching Plan Template

An instructional coaching plan template can help you envision what you want for your school district, school, or classroom.

Adam Drummond, EdD
Associate Partner, The Center for Model Schools and Author, Instructional Leadership

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Dyslexia Articles and Resources for Teachers

Check out these resources to help you navigate new strategies for teaching your students with dyslexia.

Zoe Del Mar
Shaped Executive Editor

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The Science in Science Fiction: A Strategy for Integrating Sci-Fi in the Classroom

Teaching sci-fi in the classroom can help students understand the importance of science in their daily lives.

Ann Pearson
Shaped Contributor

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Using Choice Boards for Students to Differentiate Instruction

Try creating choice boards for students. These activity menus are a great way to differentiate learning, which can increase student engagement and improve academic outcomes.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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The Importance of Building Background Knowledge in Reading

In this blog, we break down the importance of building background knowledge in reading, and provide ways to build and strengthen comprehension.

Jennifer Prescott
Shaped Contributor

Benefits of Differentiation in the Classroom

The Benefits of Differentiation in the Classroom

Learn the benefits of differentiated instruction to meet the learning needs of all students.

Charles Sisson
Education Consultant

Interview Questions for Hiring an Instructional Coach

Instructional Coach Interview Questions

Get instructional coach interview questions, plus additional expert tips on what it takes to best support teachers.

Kyra Donovan
Associate Partner, The Center for Model Schools

How to Be an Effective Math Coach: Five Key Strategies

How to Be an Effective Math Coach: Five Key Strategies

Learn how to be an effective math coach and help teachers transform their classrooms.

Stephanie Fitzpatrick
Coach Development Manager, HMH

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Intervention Investments Have a Double ROI

See the math that explains how an intervention treatment program for students offers a long-term return on investment.

Sam Howe
Senior Vice President, Academic Planning & Analysis, HMH

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Goal-Setting and Self-Management for Students in the New Year

Ring in the new year by teaching practical goal-setting and self-management with your students.

Onalee Smith
Shaped Contributor

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Personal Learning Goals for Students

Learn more about personal learning goals for students and why helping students set them is an important responsibility for educators.

Jennifer Prescott
Shaped Contributor

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Powerful Teaching with the Rigor and Relevance Framework

Center for Model Schools Managing Partner Dr. Joshua P. Starr describes how the rigor and relevance framework engages students in deeper learning.

Dr. Joshua P. Starr
Managing Partner, The Center for Model Schools and Author, Equity-Based Leadership

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Rigor, Relevance, Engagement, and Relationships Rubrics

Find rigor and relevance rubrics that help teachers and administrators evaluate instructional design and student learning.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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7 Fun Team-Building Activities for Teachers and Staff

Teachers in America podcast guest, Whitney Aragaki, shares her favorite fun team-building activities for teachers and staff!

Whitney Aragaki
Shaped Contributor

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Two Ways to Address the Challenges in Education

Two ways to address the challenges in education are by strengthening school culture and improving the system.

Dr. Linda Lucey
Associate Partner, The Center for Model Schools

Matthew Thouin
Lead Instructional Designer, ICLE

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