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Bringing more kindness into your classroom doesn’t have to mean more planning. These free, low-prep Kindness Comes in All Shapes activities fit easily into your day while helping students build empathy, reflection, and connection. From quick routines to classroom systems you can build over time, each one helps turn everyday moments into habits that last. Start with these seven ideas (all available to download here) and explore even more ready-to-use kindness resources across the site. You’ll find specific resources for elementary, middle school, and high school. 1. Spread kindness by playing bingo Photo by Brittany Miller Who doesn’t love bingo?…

Summer break is when a lot of teachers play catch-up. If an errand or appointment got sidelined during the school year (and who could blame you?) now is likely when you’re circling back to it. And if getting your prescription lenses is on that summer to-do list, the EyeBuyDirect teacher discount is worth checking out! Teachers save up to 40% on EyeBuyDirect purchases Once you have your prescription, you get to the fun part: picking out your new frames. But the not-so-fun part, of course, is paying for those new frames. Thankfully, EyeBuyDirect gives you all the stylish enjoyment minus…

Anchor charts are a way to make a lesson stick around long after you’ve taught the skills. Create them with students and leave them up long after the lesson is over. This is our ultimate guide to anchor charts, from how to make them to when to use them. Plus we offer examples from classrooms just like yours! Jump to: We Are Teachers FREE DOWNLOAD Cause and Effect Graphic Organizers Anchor charts should model what students are working on. When you get to cause and effect, use these graphic organizers to get students thinking and writing. Just click the button…

If classroom management is top of mind for you as we begin another school year, you’re not alone. So many educators in our We Are Teachers community tell us they struggle with classroom management and are looking for support. These routines and procedures create predictability for students and keep transitions quick. Jump to: We Are Teachers FREE PRINTABLE Classroom Routines and Procedures Checklist We have compiled all of the procedures and routines below into a convenient checklist to have on hand throughout your day. Just click the button below and fill out the form to get yours. Top Tips for…

It’s time! Our free 2026-2027 teacher calendar is ready to save and print. This year’s free calendar is all about personal reflection: It includes themed journal prompts for every month of the year, starting with July 2026. Print it for yourself, share it with your teacher besties, or send it as an easy teacher gift! FREE PRINTABLE 2026-2027 Free Teacher Calendar Just fill in your email info in the form on this page for immediate access to 12 months of teacher-themed journal prompts in our free calendar! We Are Teachers 2026-2027 Free Teacher Calendar: Journal Prompts This year’s calendar is…

Teachers’ schedules are no joke. Between lesson planning, lunch monitoring, PD sessions, and—oh yeah—time actually spent teaching, there’s little left for consistently cooking meals. (If you’ve been caught snacking your way through the same bag of chips between periods, you’re not alone). All that is to say, if getting your nutrition back on track is one of your summer goals, you might want to start off with this Green Chef teacher discount! Educators save 55% on their first Green Chef box Green Chef is a subscription-based meal kit company, delivering everything you need for select meals straight to your front…

Keeping your classroom running like a well-oiled machine takes special skills—and a bit of strategy. One way to ensure kids stay on track is to introduce some fun classroom management games. These bring out their competitive nature while encouraging the behaviors your classroom needs. Jump to: FREE PRINTABLES Brain Breaks for Kids Cards Get brain breaks to work out the wiggles, encourage mindfulness, build community, and refocus learners, all on free printable cards that make it easy to use them with your class! Just click the button below and fill out the form to get yours. We Are Teachers Why…

Lesson planning: Most teachers either love it or hate it. Either way, it’s something every teacher has to spend at least some time doing, so it’s worth learning to do it well. To give you a hand, we’ve put together a variety of lesson plan examples for elementary, middle, and high school. FREE PRINTABLES Lesson Plan Templates Take a look at our roundup of lesson plan examples for inspiration, then grab this bundle with five fully customizable templates to make your own lesson planning easier! We Are Teachers Why Lesson Planning Matters “Lesson planning is more than something you submit…

Morning meeting is a must for many teachers, setting the tone for the day and helping you connect with students. One simple way to make this time meaningful is by posing morning meeting questions. Students can respond to these prompts out loud, using sticky notes, or in a personal journal—whatever works best for your audience and meeting goals. Jump to: We Are Teachers FREE GOOGLE SLIDES Morning Meeting Questions Slides Fill out the form on this page to grab your free set of Google Slides featuring all of the questions shown here! Why You Should Try Morning Meeting Questions The…

Every seasoned teacher can tell you that classroom management is one of the most important skills a teacher can have, and it all starts with a clear classroom routines and procedures checklist. After all, even if you prepare the best lessons, have the most welcoming classroom, and possess a wealth of knowledge, there won’t be much learning going on if your classroom is chaotic. The key is to start the school year off right by teaching classroom procedures and establishing solid, reliable routines for students to follow every day. It takes a lot of front-loading, but once your kids have…