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Understanding the Benefits of Personalized Learning

Learn more about the benefits of personalized learning to help guide you when implementing it in your classroom.

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Podcast: Helping Students Heal Through Writing with Briana Morales

2024 Illinois State Teach of the Year Briana Morales shares how she uses healing-centered engagement and storytelling to empower her students. Plus she shares writing activities to engage students in identity work and how to start a classroom dignity closet to help students in need.

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Patriotic Poems From HMH Poets for the Fourth of July

Celebrate July 4th with six patriotic poems from HMH poets. Explore a selection of Fourth of July poems to help commemorate America's Independence Day.

Susan Steinway

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9 Summer Math Activities: Preventing Math Summer Slide

Try these 9 summer math activities designed for preventing math summer slide. These are repeatable games and activities appropriate for all children in any grade.

Richard Blankman

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Navigating Leadership Challenges: How to Make Transformative District Changes Using Adaptive Leadership Skills

Dr. Joshua P. Starr

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Science of Reading: Small-Group Instruction Strategies

This article shares ideas on how to integrate the science of reading and evidenced-based instructional techniques in small-group reading instruction.

Dr. Martha C. Hougen
National Consultant, Presenter, Researcher, and Author

Dr. Heather Haynes Smith
Associate Professor in the Department of Education, Trinity University

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What Is the Think-Pair-Share Strategy in Teaching? A Collaborative Learning Routine

Learn about what is think-pair-share in teaching and how to use this collaborative learning strategy in your classroom.

Dana Leon
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A Fresh Approach to Intervention Is Boosting Achievement in a Michigan School District

Hear from educators about a new approach to intervention that’s raising student achievement in the Wayne-Westland Community School District, outside Detroit.

Christine Condon
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Brenda Iasevoli
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5 Effective Small-Group Instruction Strategies and Examples

Find helpful strategies and activities to help you lead effective small-group instruction your classroom.

Jennifer Corujo
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How to Write a Differentiated Lesson Plan

Learn how to write a differentiated lesson plan and find helpful resources, including a lesson plan template.

Jennifer Corujo
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What Is Differentiation in Science?

This article delves into the question, “What is differentiation in science?” Plus, discover differentiated instruction examples and strategies for the science classroom.

Alicia Ivory
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How to Implement Small-Group Instruction in the Classroom

An elementary educator and HMH Ambassador shares tips and resources on how to implement small-group instruction in the classroom, including a downloadable small-group lesson plan template.

Kayla Dyer
Teacher

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What Is Differentiated Instruction in the Classroom?

What is differentiated instruction in the classroom? The answer is key to ensuring all learners get the support they need. Here, we break down the process.

Brenda Iasevoli
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Debunking PBIS Criticisms and Myths: Why Does PBIS Work?

Explore 7 PBIS criticisms and myths. Certain fundamental aspects of PBIS are misunderstood, which can affect the way it's perceived.

Timothy Mugabi
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17 Classroom Breathing Exercises for Students That Promote Relaxation

Learn the benefits of breathing exercises for students, and explore 17 breathing activities to incorporate in the classroom.

Jenny Fulton
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How to Foster a Creative Learning Environment

Learn how to foster a creative learning environment. Explore 7 ideas for constructing a creative classroom environment.

Mary Dean
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How to Check for Understanding in a Lesson Plan

Learn how to check for understanding in a lesson plan. Let’s take a closer look at formative assessment and how it can help your students to achieve highly.

Marie Swan
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The History of Personalized Learning

The History of Personalized Learning

Learn more about the history of personalized learning. From its early days in the Victorian era, we have seen personalized learning evolve and grow to its present state.

Casey Brown
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How to Teach Leadership Skills to Middle and High School Students

Learn how to teach leadership skills to middle and high school students. Effective leadership is a skill that can be learned, practiced, and improved upon.

Jenny Fulton
Shaped Contributor

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How to Get Back into the Teaching Routine after a Holiday Break

Discover 6 ways you can get back into a teaching routine after a holiday break. Recover from a break fresh, renewed, and free of burnout.

Amanda Clark
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