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March is National Reading Month, which makes it the perfect time to check out all the new reads available for the classroom and beyond! Here are the new books for March 2026 that we’re most excited to get our hands on, based on their promising advance reviews. Jump to: FREE PRINTABLE March Reading Log Grab your free printable log to help students keep track of all their March reads during National Reading Month! Just fill out the form on this page to get yours. We Are Teachers New Fiction Picture Books March 2026 Amazon My Tiger by Joy Cowley, ill.…

Spring Break isn’t terribly far off—and neither is the warmer weather. But while you’ll finally feel relief from the pervasive chills on campus, your home might need a little help with the impending heat. Thankfully, Hunter has the right ceiling fixtures to keep you comfortable. Hunter gives 15% off to educators The humble ceiling fan can be mightier than one would expect once the temperatures start rising. And Hunter has been manufacturing some of the best fans for over 135 years, offering a wide variety in styles, colors, and special features. But even if you don’t need a whole new…

Art activities help kindergartners learn about the world around them. Exploring colors, textures, shapes, and contrasts opens their eyes to details big and small. Kindergarten art projects allow kids to work on their hand-eye coordination through cutting and tracing. They teach about primary colors and color mixing. More importantly, they encourage kids to be creative and embrace the creativity they see in others around them. We partnered with one of our favorite art teachers on Instagram, Ms. D. (@art.party.with.ms.d), to bring you this incredible list of ideas. Her projects are inspired by a wide variety of artists, while also making…

Think your job as a teacher is just about spelling tests? And math homework? Think again. You guide students in ways they don’t notice. You shape how they think. How they treat others, too.  Health isn’t any different. What students learn about germs in your classroom follows them home. They need to recognize risks. This is probably something teachers worry about when kids come in sneezing. So, teach them about it. Here are seven lessons to teach students and families about everyday germs and infections. The Power of Handwashing Hands touch everything. Desks and doorknobs in classrooms. Playground equipment outside.…

by TeachThought Curricula Curricula Format If you’d like to purchase printable reading response cards to use in the classroom, you can do so at our TeachersPayTeachers Store. You can find the resource show here–> non-fiction reading responses. In the ELA classroom, literacy involves decoding a text and then analyzing it for meaning, implicit and explicit themes. It also requires examining the relationship of a text to a given perspective, author’s purpose, and related text and media. Which is where these prompts come in. The following analytical responses are intended to general and universal, useful for application for a range of…

It can be hard to know which poems will spur your middle and high schoolers into deep, meaningful discussion and which will leave them yawning. So we asked experienced teachers to share their favorite poems—the ones that always get a reaction, even from teens. Here are their top picks for the best poems for middle school and high school students. Jump to: Note: Every classroom is different, so please be sure to review these poems for middle and high school students before sharing to ensure they align with your learning environment. FREE PRINTABLES Middle and High School Poems This printable…

March 14 is Pi Day, giving math lovers all around the world a perfect reason to geek out. Good thing there are loads of hands-on activities available to help you celebrate with your students. We’ve gathered our favorite Pi Day activities that are both infinitely fun and educational to help you get started. We Are Teachers FREE PRINTABLE Pi Day Worksheet Bundle Celebrate Pi Day with these free printable that include worksheets on the history of Pi Day, Pi Day vocabulary, news, art, fractions, and more. Click below to get yours! 1. Pi Day printables Adrienne Hathaway for We Are…

Dress codes are just as inevitable for teachers as they are for students. But if footwear is one of your favorite ways to bring your personal style into the classroom with you, you deserve the gift of variety. Well, that and a discount. Good news: You can get both with Circus NY by Sam Edelman. If we were to sum up Circus NY in two words, it would be “street fashion.” This brand touts itself as a contemporary lifestyle brand, specializing in chic shoes that are as trendy as they are high-quality. From flats to mules, boots, sneakers, platforms, and…

March is Women’s History Month, the perfect time to explore the many impactful contributions women have made throughout history and are making today. Display these colorful women’s history quote posters in your classroom to spark conversation and reflection and maybe even plant a seed for a future change-maker. We Are Teachers FREE PRINTABLES Women’s History Quote Posters Share these wise words from accomplished women with your students. Just fill out the form on this page to get yours! Inside the Women’s History Quote Poster Bundle Grab our women’s history quote posters and brighten your classroom with sage insights from outstanding…

Sadly, there are rules that dictate how you can decorate your classroom—but your own house is a different story. If you’re a teacher at school turned would-be interior designer at home, Coral & Tusk is here to help you decorate with delight and a discount. Educators save 20% with Coral & Tusk Coral & Tusk is known for its whimsical, nature-inspired home decor and accessories. Be it linen-based pillowcases, illustrated tissue boxes, or artfully embroidered table runners, this brand is infused with a warm, boho-chic style to help you relax after school. Oh, and have we mentioned that teachers get…