What My Students Taught Me About Implicit Bias (Including My Own)
We all have implicit bias. My students awakened me to my own.
This “Periodic Table” Shows How Each Element Plays a Part in Our Daily Lives
If you (or your kid) ever wondered why we need to learn about the periodic table, this is for you!
One Teacher’s Brilliant Strategy to Stop Future School Shootings—and It’s Not About Guns
Here's how one schoolteacher takes time each week to look out for the lonely.
What Is Mental Math? Tricks to Help You Ditch the Calculator
First of all, it doesn't mean doing trigonometry in your head.
One Teacher’s Genius Strategy for Addressing Students’ Mental Health
Nearly one in five school-aged kids in the United States have struggled with a mental health disorder and countless more...
Can You Pass This Controversial Second-Grade Test? (It’s Harder Than You Think!)
More importantly, do you think a second grader could pass it?
Reading in This Font Could Improve Your Memory
Here’s a science-backed—and totally simple—way to remember more of what you read
18 Fall Activities for Frugal Family Fun
Make lasting memories with all the changing season has to offer while sticking to a budget.
10 Silent Signs Your Child Is Being Bullied
Experts share which behaviors are major red flags.
11 Secret Habits of Straight-A Students Even Post-Grads Will Want to Steal
It's not about brains, or about the amount of time spent studying. Many of the highest-scoring students attribute their success...
15 Family Bonding Activities You Can Do Instead of Black Friday Shopping
Do you really want to deal with those crowds? Didn't think so.
4 First, Humble Jobs of CEOs That Will Remind You Anything Is Possible
When we encounter top industry leaders it seems as though they were always successful. The truth is everyone has to...
If Your Kid Plays This Sport before Age 12, Their Brain Could Be at Risk
Playing this very popular sport at an early age can really put your child's cognitive development at risk.
Real Teachers Reveal What It’s Like Teaching a Genius
If you spend enough time teaching, you're bound to eventually encounter a student with truly unbelievable brainpower. Here's how 10...
14 Life Tips Every Recent Grad Needs to Have in Their Back Pocket
Learn how to transition into adulthood and an avoid existential crisis with these necessary pieces of advice for finding your...
This Baby Is the First Girl Born in Her Family in 137 Years
After four generations of men, this South Carolina family is finally welcoming a baby girl.
Why You Should Be Encouraging Your Child to Spend Time with Their Imaginary Friends
Some people might think kids are a little strange for playing with a make-believe person for hours on end, but...
10 Warning Signs Your Child Is a Bully
With one out of every four children getting bullied this year, it's a growing epidemic. But what if your child...
Her Teacher Was Long Dead. Here’s Why This Student Wrote a Touching Thank-You Note Anyway.
This teacher not only taught his class about the periodic table, but also inspiration and curiosity.
Fake Being Smart: These 9 Daily Habits Make You Look Intelligent
Simple habits that will help you project an air of intelligence, no matter who you're talking to.