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Common Sense Rules for the AI Era

Guidelines for navigating the impacts of AI

Posted on September 8, 2026 by Eisha Buch

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Pre-K–12

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Age & Stage Guide: Tech in Classrooms

Guidelines by grade, for school leaders and classroom educators

Posted on September 4, 2026 by Eisha Buch

Grades

Pre-K–12

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Teachers' Essential Guide to Cyberbullying Prevention

What is cyberbullying? How common is it? And what can teachers do about it? Get advice and resources to support your students.

Posted on August 28, 2026 by Erin Wilkey Oh

Grades

K–12

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Talking with Students About Shocking or Disturbing News

Age-based tips and lessons to help students process upsetting events.

Posted on August 24, 2026 by Jeff Knutson

Grades

Pre-K–12

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Teachers' Essential Guide to Google Classroom

What is Google Classroom? And how are teachers using it? Learn more about it and how to use it with your students.

Posted on August 17, 2026 by Kate McGinnis

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Pre-K–12

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Preparing for the Future: Critical Life Skills for K-12 Students

From kindergarten promotion to portrait of a graduate, give kids the know-how they need in our tech-filled world.

Posted on August 13, 2026 by Christine Elgersma

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K–12

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Teachers' Essential Guide to AI Literacy

Help students understand what artificial intelligence is, how it works, and the ways it impacts them.

Posted on August 5, 2026 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

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 July 21, 2026 by Paul Barnwell

Grades

K–12

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25 Fun Activities to Start the School Year

Create community, foster well-being, and set expectations as you go back to school!

Posted on July 16, 2026 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12

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5 Must-Have Google Search Tips for Students

Is Google OK for formal research? It's complicated.

Posted on June 26, 2026 by Tanner Higgin

Grades

3–12

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Teachers' Essential Guide to Viral Online Challenges

Everything you need to know about TikTok and YouTube challenges that start online and leak into the classroom.

Posted on June 16, 2026 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

3–12

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When Families Ask About AI

Parents and caregivers have questions about artificial intelligence, so be ready with these answers.

Posted on June 11, 2026 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12

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Teachers' Essential Guide to YouTube

Everything you want to know about using YouTube in your classroom.

Posted on June 2, 2026 by Paul Barnwell

Grades

Pre-K–12

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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

Grades

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

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1–12