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Some students walk into class ready to talk. Others enter quietly, holding their backpack close, scanning the room before taking a seat. For many multilingual learners and cautious children, spoken language comes last. Before words, they communicate through posture, gaze, proximity, hands, and small actions. These signals often go unnoticed, and silence gets interpreted as “shy,” “behind,” or “not participating.” But silence doesn’t mean absence. It often means a child is still building safety.  When teachers learn to recognize nonverbal participation, something powerful happens: pressure drops, nervous systems settle, and students begin taking linguistic risks. contributed by Iryna Liusik, MA…

Limericks are short, funny poems with a catchy rhythm. They’re also a perfect way to help kids practice rhyme, syllables, and creative writing. This free printable limerick worksheet bundle walks students through the classic five-line limerick format, including syllable counts and rhyme pattern. It’s great for poetry units, writer’s workshop, quick morning work, or homeschool language arts practice. We Are Teachers FREE PRINTABLES Limerick Worksheet Bundle Help students master rhyme and rhythm with this free bundle of limerick worksheets. Just fill out the form on this page to get yours. Inside the Free Limerick Worksheets Adrienne Hathaway for We Are…

Help students build confidence with poetry using this free diamante poem bundle. These printables walk students through the seven-line structure of a diamante poem while encouraging them to think critically about relationships, opposites, and descriptive vocabulary. FREE PRINTABLES Diamante Poem Worksheets Our diamante poem printables are perfect for teaching how to write poetry in a fun and creative way! Just fill out the form on this page to get yours. We Are Teachers Inside the Free Diamante Poem Bundle Adrienne Hathaway for We Are Teachers These diamante poem worksheets help students practice synonyms, antonyms, and parts of speech by building…

Fifth grade art students are starting to master more advanced skills and techniques, and the work they create is really something to be proud of. We’ve partnered with some of Instagram’s most creative art teachers to bring you the best art projects for 5th graders! “I believe the art room is a joyful place where every child’s imagination can bloom and grow, with the right amount of nurturing!” says elementary art teacher Caroline M., known on Instagram as @scs.artteacher. “I love creating mixed‑media projects with my students, especially those that celebrate nature and the world around us.” Caroline loves using…

If you haven’t already had a late February break from the classroom, then you’re probably chomping at the bit to relish in the upcoming Spring break. And if you plan to get your mind and body as far from the classroom as possible, we only have one question: Where are you planning to travel to? Because no matter the destination, you can save on new luggage with Away. Educators get 10% off with Away Your suitcase might be nearing the end of its life after being flung into the back of an airplane so many times. Otherwise, you might be…

Fourth grade art students are ready for new challenges, like trying out perspective or exploring tessellations. These projects are all well within their abilities but will also encourage your students to push themselves to create cool new works of art they’ll be proud to take home and show off. We’ve got art projects for 4th graders in every medium, so there’s something for all classrooms. “I believe the art room is a joyful place where every child’s imagination can bloom and grow, with the right amount of nurturing!” says elementary art teacher Caroline M., known on Instagram as @scs.artteacher. “I…

You look up from the desk while grading quizzes, only to realize the posters on the opposite classroom wall look… a little blurry. You squint and sigh, realizing you need to update your prescription lenses. Again. And given that glasses and contacts aren’t known for being the most affordable, you then wonder, “Where could there be a decent discount for teachers like me?” Fear not, brave educator, for an answer has arrived: LensDirect. No matter how you prefer to correct your vision for the day, LensDirect has you covered. Are you more of a contact lens kind of person? You…

Bring on the color, the blooms, and the spring energy! From celebrating Earth-friendly choices to building a spring reading display to helping students reflect on how they’re growing, these low-prep spring bulletin board kits turn your classroom door or bulletin board into something students actually want to look at (and contribute to). We Are Teachers FREE PRINTABLE Spring Bulletin Board Kit Classroom spring decorating has never been this fun or simple! Get the printable pieces, student activities, and themed decor for all three bulletin boards in one easy printable kit. Just fill out the form on this page to get…

If you’ve ever had a room full of kids arguing over whose turn it is, you already know why teaching kindness and friendship matters, and why it’s harder than it sounds. That’s where Bluey comes in. Like most teachers, I knew it as a popular show that kids love so much, but once I started paying attention, I got it. In 2025, it was the most‑watched show in the United States, streamed nearly 40 billion times, and it’s easy to find on Disney+, Bluey TV, and YouTube. What surprised me, too, wasn’t just how entertaining it is, but how naturally…

Trivia questions are terrific for icebreakers, morning meetings, bell ringers, and any time you need to pep up your class. We’ve got questions for every age and ability, from very easy trivia questions for young learners to tricky questions that may even stump the experts! Take a look at our full collection, plus get ideas for using them with your students. Jump to: FREE DOWNLOAD Trivia Questions for Kids Slides Get all these trivia questions with answers in our free Google Slideshow! Just click the button and enter your email info in the form on this page for immediate access.…