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by Terry Heick There are ideas and then there are ideas between ideas. The spaces between ideas can be pregnant with ideas of their own in the same way that there are stars and then there are spaces between the stars. And these spaces matter because they’re dark and dark (and its absence) characterizes light. Okay, how about this: Every reality has factors. Every effect has a cause. Every data point has a context. You can separate these relationships in a temporary kind of singularity in order to examine them, but in doing so risk losing the thing itself because the…
While students may recognize the names of famous American poets such as Emily Dickinson and Walt Whitman, there are lesser-known yet prominent poets from every state in our country! We’ve put together this sampler of notable poets (one per state) for your students to get to know. Who knows who might be inspired to become their state’s creative ingenue? Note: Be sure to preview poems before sharing them with students to make sure these American poets are suitable for your classroom. We Are Teachers FREE PRINTABLES Poetry Worksheet Bundle Grab our free printable bundle with over 70 pages of poetry…
Dedicating your life to teaching and learning is a gift to the world. These education quotes are excellent for reminding teachers why they teach. Plus, there are lots of ways to use quotes about education in the classroom, from journal prompts and discussion/debate topics to inspiration for setting goals, overcoming challenges, and more. Jump to: FREE PRINTABLE Education Quote Posters Print and hang our bundle of five education quotes posters. They’re free to download—just enter your email address in the form on this page! Inspirational Quotes by Today’s Educators Take a look at these thoughts from modern teachers and education…
Who, what, when, where, why? Poets use brainstorming and structure to write funny, serious, and sentimental poetry. Show students how it’s done as they write poems about animals or people. Whether your students are just starting with poetry or they’re already well versed, these 5W poem writing worksheets will enhance their poetry skills. We Are Teachers FREE PRINTABLES 5W Poem Worksheet Bundle Create entire collections of poems using our free bundle of four 5W poetry writing worksheets. Just fill out the form on this page to get yours. Inside the Free 5W Poem Worksheet Bundle Adrienne Hathaway for We Are…
Every teacher has students who insist they can’t write poetry because they just can’t think of the right words. That’s why blackout poems are so amazing! The words are already there—students just need to uncover them and find the hidden message. Our blackout poetry template bundle has tools to make the process easy for students of any age. Jump to: FREE PRINTABLES Blackout Poetry Template Bundle This set includes a step-by-step guide to finding the “hidden message,” as well as image inspiration and a final blackout poetry template page. Just enter your information in the form on this page for…
Tired of hearing groans when you announce it’s time for some poetry? Poems can be hard for kids to connect with, so it helps to have some clever poetry games and activities up your sleeve. These poetry activities help kids learn about poetry in general, connect with specific poems, and even write their own! Jump to: FREE PRINTABLES Poetry Worksheets Bundle Get a bundle of worksheets to help students write their own poems. These will spark their creativity and guide them through the process to becoming poets! We Are Teachers Hands-On Poetry Games and Activities Use these ideas to learn…
If you follow teachers on Instagram at all, you’ve probably seen Outfit of the Day posts. Teachers are sharing what they wear, how they style it, and how they bring personality into their classrooms—and we love seeing all of it. This is what inspired us to launch the $99 Amazon Challenge. With this new We Are Teachers series, we’re challenging teachers to create something fun, practical, and totally school‑appropriate—all for $99 or less using Amazon finds. Sometimes that means an Outfit of the Day. Other times, it might be a classroom setup, a DIY project, or a creative teacher hack.…
The Edit from NBCU Academy and Adobe is a student video news production contest for middle and high school classrooms where they research, script, film, and edit their own news segments. The program introduces the fundamentals of journalism and multimedia storytelling. It also includes detailed teacher and student guides, planning templates, and access to professional-quality Adobe editing tools and tutorials. The experience walks students through the full production process—from brainstorming and story development to filming, voice-over recording, and final editing—while emphasizing collaboration and clearly defined team roles. Along the way, students build skills in communication, digital citizenship, and media literacy…
Coming up with a topic for a poem can sometimes be the hardest part of writing one. But everyone can make a list of their favorite people, places, or things—and that’s what odes are all about! Help your students choose a subject and write a poem that celebrates what they love most with our free set of ode template worksheets. We Are Teachers FREE PRINTABLE Ode Poem Template Bundle Help students find a poem topic they actually care about with our free ode template worksheets! Just fill out the form on this page to get yours. Jump to: Ode Template…
March is Women’s History Month, coinciding with International Women’s Day on March 8. It’s a time to recognize the achievements of remarkable women from around the globe throughout history. This roundup of Women’s History Month activities and ideas celebrates artists, scientists, leaders, and more women who made their mark. They’ll open the door for deeper discussions on the challenges women have faced (and continue to face) and the impressive accomplishments they’ve made against the odds. We Are Teachers FREE PRINTABLES Women’s History Quotes Posters Print and hang our bundle of five women’s history quote posters. They’re free to download—just enter…