I wanted my 6th graders to write in science class. My goal was to inspire them to demonstrate their understanding of the properties of minerals as well as the elements of good writing. I realized it ...

Short videos–inserted strategically into language arts lessons work best as a hook to engage students, and you would be surprised at how many language arts videos there are out there. Even better than ...

When it comes to language learning, an old adage rings true: a picture is worth a thousand words. There is growing evidence that the arts—be it a picture, drama, song, or dance—may help children with ...

Liane Brouillette received funding for this research from the California Department of Education and the United States Department of Education. Bringing professional actors and dancers into the ...

The great education thinker John Dewey claimed that art is not the possession of a recognized few but the authentic expression of individuality for all. Among those who care about education, few would ...

As a language arts teacher at a partial STEM Magnet middle school in Southern Georgia, I have the opportunity to teach an amazing group of students; their willingness to expand their educational ...