Plus, The Science of Student Motivation
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March 26, 2025

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Your Student Finished Early—Now What? 

These extension activities for all grades will help teachers keep fast finishers engaged in meaningful work.

The Science of Student Motivation 

Noted author and psychologist David Yeager on the common mistakes we make when giving feedback to students, and how to tap into purpose and belonging to make classroom work more meaningful.

Using Weekly Routines to Build Speaking Skills 

These six strategies guide students to build confidence in their speaking skills through low-stakes, highly engaging discussions.

3 Strategies for Asking Better Questions 

By reframing your questions slightly, you can create more opportunities for students to think deeply, reflect, and engage.

How to Make the Most of Loose Parts Play in Preschool 

From counting and classifying to literacy lessons, teacher-tested learning opportunities that encourage autonomy and creativity.

My Middle School Students Can’t Read! 

These strategies for building foundational reading skills can help when students struggle with grade-level texts.

Creating Moments of Connection With All Students 

Creating a sense of belonging and safety for each student is foundational to fostering a learning environment.

A Gradual Release of Responsibility Over Student Devices 

When faced with a tech problem, students often seek help immediately—passing the responsibility back to them can show them they’re less helpless than they think.

The Principal Time Audit 

Tracking what they do each day can help principals figure out where to make changes that align their time with their goals.

Modeling Emotional Regulation to Support Students’ Growth 

Teachers and school leaders can demonstrate valuable social and emotional learning skills through their actions.

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