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16 Great Movies for the STEM Classroom

Use these powerful films to teach problem-solving and nurture students' curiosity.

Posted on May 12, 2026 by Danny Wagner

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1–12

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10 Summer Movies to Broaden Kids' Perspectives

Get students thinking and reflecting over the break.

Posted on May 7, 2026 by Danny Wagner

Grades

1–12

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Help Students Avoid the Summer Slide (and Still Have Fun)

Use these resources and pass them along to families before the break.

Posted on May 6, 2026 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12

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Offline Digital Citizenship: Soft Skills to Support Strong Online Habits

Help students build the off-screen skills they need for their online lives.

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Christine Elgersma

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K–12

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Offline and Off-Screen Activities for Minds-On Learning

Take learning offline with activities that engage kids in a variety of ways.

Posted on April 27, 2026 by Christine Elgersma

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Pre-K–12

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In the Moment: Interventions for Cyberbullying, Misinformation & More

Solve difficult digital media situations with these timely resources.

Posted on April 13, 2026 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12

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ChatGPT and Beyond: How to Handle AI in Schools

Here's what educators can do as artificial intelligence evolves.

Posted on March 11, 2026 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

3–12

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How to Help Prevent AI Use for Plagiarism

Stop cheating before it starts with these tips.

Posted on March 6, 2026 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

3–12

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22 Podcasts for the STEM Classroom

Practice active listening with these science, math, tech, and engineering podcasts

Posted on February 26, 2026 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12

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Practical Tips for Teachers to Use AI

Learn about effective prompt engineering, AI tools, and more.

Posted on February 5, 2026 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12

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Reduce Student Anxiety (and Your Own) During Uncertain Times

Tips and resources for news literacy, media balance, and healthy communication.

Posted on January 14, 2026 by Erin Wilkey Oh

Grades

Pre-K–12

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How to Handle Pornography at School and at Home

They'll see adult content. Here's what we can do.

Posted on January 12, 2026 by Paul Barnwell

Grades

K–12

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Teachers' Essential Guide to Teaching with Technology

How do I get the most out of using tech in the classroom?

Posted on January 6, 2026 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12

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Digital Dilemmas for Educators to Discuss

Start important conversations about AI, social media, and more with these scenarios.

Posted on December 15, 2025 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12

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When Families Ask About Parental Controls

Help parents and caregivers navigate the tricky world of device controls.

Posted on November 24, 2025 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12