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Science of Reading: Sound Walls in the Classroom

Based in the science of reading, sound walls in the classroom help educators reinforce the importance of explicitly teaching the skills of letter-sound correspondence.

Jennifer Prescott
Shaped Contributor

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Method to the Mathness: A Math Podcast

Listen to Method to the Mathness, a podcast made for math educators everywhere.

Jennifer Lenhardt
Lead Instructional Designer, HMH Professional Services

Nikki La Londe

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Breaking Numbers Apart in Math

Breaking numbers apart in math can have many mathematical meanings. See how to break numbers apart using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Alyssa Fuller
Math Intervention Teacher; Learning Experience Designer, HMH

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Math Talk: Making the Most of Math Class Discussions

Learn about math talk, or the discussions that students and teachers have while engaged in learning math.

Jennifer Lenhardt
Lead Instructional Designer, HMH Professional Services

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What Is the Difference Between MTSS vs. RTI?

In this blog, we answer the question, What Is the difference between MTSS vs. RTI?

Jennifer Prescott
Shaped Contributor

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Why Integrate Engineering as a Key Part of Science?

Explore the differences of science vs. engineering and how to ensure that K-12 science students receive an engineering education.

Dr. Cary Sneider
NGSS Writing Team Leader, Associate Research Professor at Portland State University

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Writing Effective Social–Emotional IEP Goals

Dr. Suzanne Jimenez
Director of Academic Planning and Data Analytics at HMH

Tips for Teaching Middle School Writing

8 Tips for Teaching Middle School Writing

Teaching middle school writing can help students learn the value of their words.

Jennifer Prescott
Shaped Contributor

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Phonological Awareness and Phonics Strategies to Support Developing Readers

Try these phonological awareness strategies and phonics strategies in the classroom to help support developing readers

Renee Behring
Education Research Director, Core ELA

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Background Knowledge: A Vital Component for Reading Comprehension

Dr. Carol Jago explains the importance of background knowledge for reading comprehension and shares strategies for helping students build that knowledge.

Carol Jago
HMH Author and Associate Director, California Reading & Literature Project at UCLA

How to Create a Personal Learning Plan

How to Create a Personal Learning Plan

What is a personalized learning plan (PLP)? Find out the answer to this question, plus receive examples of PLPs.

Jennifer Prescott
Shaped Contributor

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Preparing Students for Future Technology: Classrooms in 2072

Preparing students for future technology is important for teachers and education leaders to consider today.

Mark White
HMH Contributor

Anti-Bullying Resources for Teachers: Removing the Risk of an Emotional Stampede

Anti-Bullying Resources for Teachers: Removing the Risk of an Emotional Stampede

Help students avoid mistreatment in your classroom and school with these anti-bullying resources for teachers and information from bullying prevention organizations.

Noelle Morris
Senior Director Community Engagement, HMH; Host of HMH Learning Moments: Teachers in America Podcast

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Understanding UDL vs Differentiated Instruction

Understand UDL vs. differentiated instruction and how to use each to instruct and assess students in the classroom

Dr. Phil Vahey
Director of Applied Learning Sciences, HMH

Claire Benedikt
Principal UX Designer, Accessibility & Inclusive Design, HMH

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Q&A: How to Teach Indigenous Peoples' Day

Three experts discuss the recognition of Indigenous Peoples' Day and its coverage in schools, including resources, teaching tips, and more.

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8 Fall Activities & Lesson Plans for Elementary Students

Try these fall activities for elementary students in your classroom that put a twist on common fall themes.

Shaped Staff

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Podcast: Perseverance in Middle-School Math With Velnetta Runyon in WV on Teachers in America

Velnetta Runyon’s goal is to show students not to be afraid of math. She ensures that her middle schoolers are believed in and are pushed to their fullest potential. In this episode, see how she teaches perseverance from the first day of school.

Christine Condon
Shaped Editor-in-Chief

Formative Assessment for Social Studies

8 Formative Assessments for Social Studies

Choose the formative assessments for social studies that work best for your classroom to improve student learning.

Alicia Ivory
Shaped Editor

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