Embrace the Fun of Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day

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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have tea with Winston Churchill, debate philosophy with Socrates, or hurtle into the 23rd century to see if flying cars have become a reality? Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day, celebrated annually on December 8, grants you a passport to explore these whimsical adventures. … read more »


3 Cool Tools for Read a New Book Month

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If you don’t like to read, you haven’t found the right book. J. K. Rowling Read a New Book Month (December) offers a great chance to increase students’ enthusiasm about reading. Let’s explore three cool tools you can use to help students choose a book that will fit their interests and suggest some ways they … read more »


Get Ready, Hour of Code is Coming!

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Computer Science Education Week takes place December 4-10. During this week, the Hour of Code is celebrated globally! The Hour of Code is meant to be a one-hour introduction to computer science designed to demonstrate to everyone that coding is accessible and to engage student participation in computer science. This year’s theme is Creativity with … read more »


Preparing for Universal Human Rights Month

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As December approaches, educators worldwide will work to share an understanding of the values of justice, equality, and human dignity with their students. Universal Human Rights Month, observed each December, is a powerful reminder of the fundamental rights and freedoms to which every individual should be entitled. It’s an excellent occasion for teachers to introduce … read more »


Celebrating National Parental Involvement Day: Strengthening the School-Home Connection

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National Parental Involvement Day is observed on the third Thursday in November; it’s a chance to celebrate the invaluable contributions of parents, grandparents, and other caregiver adults in your students’ lives. This day also provides an opportunity to build strong partnerships between schools, families, and communities, emphasizing collaboration and teamwork for the holistic development of … read more »