K-2 Primary
Explore and share tips, strategies, and resources for helping students develop in elementary school grades K-2.
Making Classroom Participation More Equitable With Hand Gestures
Not all students feel comfortable participating verbally in class discussions, and these tools invite everyone to contribute.1419Teaching Young Learners Self-Calming Skills
To help early elementary students manage big emotions, try breathing exercises and sharing how you deal with overpowering feelings.Tips to Help Students With Their Handwriting
These simple tricks to improve motor skills can empower young learners to feel more in control of their handwriting.A Framework for Building Older Students’ Literacy Skills
Encouraging middle school students to read books of all genres and reading levels can reignite their interest in reading.The Sensory Room: Helping Students With Autism Focus and Learn
Imagine a safe space where students with autism can go to calm their bodies and then get back to the business of learning.1M10 Remarkable Picture Books From 2023
These imaginative books will engage and entertain as they enlighten and inspire young learners.156An Administrator’s Approach to Supporting Reading Instruction
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to reading instruction, but this award-winning principal shares what’s working at her school.781
Why Ages 2-7 Matter So Much for Brain Development
Rich experiences—from play to the arts and relationships—fundamentally shape a young child’s development.123.8kUsing Board Games to Teach Math to Young Children
Playing board and card games can improve number sense among children as young as 3—and it’s fun!26.7kMaking Students Feel Safe
A trauma-informed approach ensures that students feel safe, supported, and nurtured—to improve their chances of academic success.129.6k5 Tips for Ensuring That Your Elementary Classroom Is Inclusive
Teachers can design a learning environment that helps their students know they belong and can access multiple avenues to success.170Incorporating the Calming Corner Into Station Rotation
Elementary students benefit from opportunities to take a break from academic learning and explore activities that support their emotional development.51.7k
Teach Kids When They’re Ready
A new book for parents on developing their kids’ sense of autonomy has some useful insights for teachers as well.106.3k
Defending a Teacher’s Right to Disconnect
Remember personal time? For many educators, technology has driven it toward extinction—and it’s time to get serious about reclaiming it.22.8kHow to Use Universal Design for Learning to Create Assessments
Providing elementary students with multiple means of action and expression helps ensure that teachers create equitable, valid assessments.6839
