The Essential Retrieval Practice Handbook

WEBSITE ↬ The Essential Retrieval Practice Handbook

AUDIENCE ↬ teachers

CONTENT ↬ all

GRADE LEVELS ↬ all grades

Learning is not a "one & done" activity. All learning is something that you have to some back to over and over. In this fast paced world we teachers are having more and more heaped on them, it's super important to remember that we must go back to previous information - not only as a best practice, but often content builds on itself.  

HOW CAN TEACHERS USE THIS RESOURCE?

I can see teachers using this to help boost and reinforce the learning in their classroom. Since there is no one perfect path, teachers need to make sure they have multiple activities they can rely on to support all students'. Edutopia has created this resource to help us teachers out. Bookmark ... there are 4 categories of support for teachers. 

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150 Inspiring Picture Writing Prompts To Spark Creativity

WEBSITE ↬ 150 Inspiring Picture Writing Prompts To Spark Creativity

AUDIENCE ↬ teachers

CONTENT ↬ ELA (writing)

GRADE LEVELS ↬ all grades

I made a super smart choice this year and I subscribed to the We Are Teachers daily newsletter. This is a gem that was shared in one of them ... and as a former ELA teacher, I love it! Ok, I only taught ELA for a few years, but I know a good resource when I come across it.   

HOW CAN TEACHERS USE THIS RESOURCE?

I can see teachers using this as a starter to spark student creativity and just be in the habit of writing. It could also do nicely to focus students in on specific writing tasks like dialog, how to's, character descriptions, persuasion, and so much more that I am not super in tune with. Students can also swap and practice proofreading and peer reviews after doing the writing. 

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INFOhio: Decodable and Phonics eBooks for Early Readers

WEBSITE ↬ INFOhio: Decodable and Phonics eBooks for Early Readers

AUDIENCE ↬ teachers

CONTENT ↬ ELA, early reading

GRADE LEVELS ↬ preK-3

I am an INFOhio Coach and I love their resources. I believe it is a very under used resource and I wanted to be sure to share this one out. With the focus on early literacy, these books and resources can go a long way to help your students (and yourself!) with supporting their early reading.

Not only does this share books for your early readers, it also shares professional learning ebooks to support YOU in teaching.  

HOW CAN TEACHERS USE THIS RESOURCE?

I can see teachers sharing the books with their students but also the ability to create collections to share with other teachers can be super helpful when you work as a team to support each other. While reading with physical books is super important, having access to quality ebooks is also a great classroom activity (or to share with home for times when parents ask what digital resources are available). 

Teachers can also take advantage of the professional resources included in this article.

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Headers That Move: The Missing Piece in Your Google Forms

WEBSITE ↬ Headers That Move: The Missing Piece in Your Google Forms

AUDIENCE ↬ teachers & admins

CONTENT ↬ all

GRADE LEVELS ↬ all grades

Ok, you have to check out this awesome guide from Tony Vincent on how to spruce up your Google Forms with custom headers! He walks you through exactly how to create eye-catching banners using tools like Canva and provides the perfect dimensions so your digital assignments look super professional. My favorite part is how it explains that Google automatically matches your theme colors to your image, making your forms look totally polished and fun with zero extra effort! 

HOW CAN TEACHERS USE THIS RESOURCE?

I can see teachers using this create more fun & engaging headers when they create Google Forms for surveys, class activities, or assessments. No need to be boring!

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Protect Young Eyes: App Reviews

WEBSITE ↬ Protect Young Eyes: App Reviews

AUDIENCE ↬ parents, teachers, & admins

CONTENT ↬ apps

GRADE LEVELS ↬ all grades

This is not my standard, classroom focused resource. It is an AMAZING resource! Protect Young Eyes (the website host) is a fantastic, go-to resource designed to help you navigate the ever-changing digital world with confidence! This is their app review page which offers honest, detailed breakdowns of today’s most popular platforms—like TikTok, Roblox, and Discord—going well beyond the basic descriptions you’ll find in the App Store.

Think of this site as your digital "safety manual"; it provides clear insights into potential risks and helpful safety features so you can make informed decisions for the children in your care. Whether you are a parent, teacher, or youth leader, this site is a wonderful tool for creating safer online spaces and sparking meaningful conversations about technology!

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6 Ed Tech Tools to Try in 2026

WEBSITE ↬ 6 Ed Tech Tools to Try in 2026

AUDIENCE ↬ teachers & admins

CONTENT ↬ all

GRADE LEVELS ↬ all grades

I have followed Jennifer Gonzalez & her Cult of Pedagogy blog for many years. Every year in January, she and her team share out this small highlight of edtech tools they have found to be timely and valuable. This year their 6 tools are: Makers Making Change, BandLab, Brilliant, Napkin AI, Short Answer, & Retro Report. This blog & accompanying podcast will allow you to decide which of these you'd like to check out for yourself. 

HOW CAN TEACHERS USE THIS RESOURCE?

I can see teachers using this to find new and reliable tools they might want to try for themselves and in their classrooms. Cult of Pedagogy (Jennifer Gonzalez) is a highly respectable educator who has been sharing 6 tools every year for a number of years. She and her team do a lot of research to find ones that will provide benefits and advantages to teachers who are interested. This is part of a bigger project - the Teacher's Guide to Tech - they put together to provide the support, reviews, and guidance we need in this ever changing world of edtech. 

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150 Engaging Debate Topics for Middle School Students

WEBSITE ↬ 150 Engaging Debate Topics for Middle School Students

AUDIENCE ↬ teachers

CONTENT ↬ ELA & History

GRADE LEVELS ↬ grades 4-8

Looking for a collection of engaging debate topics? This article has 150 topics that are designed to help middle schoolers develop critical thinking and respectful communication skills. The list covers a wide range of subjects, from lighthearted pop culture questions to more serious social issues, offering teachers a versatile resource for any classroom discussion. (I wish I had them when I taught communications class!)

HOW CAN TEACHERS USE THIS RESOURCE?

I can see teachers using the interactive activities like "Four Corners" or "Pair and Share" to help students practice their arguments in a dynamic and low-pressure setting. Additionally, you can foster empathy and critical thinking by asking students to research and defend the opposite of their personal opinions.

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