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What Is Multisensory Learning in Education?

Learn more about multisensory learning and how to incorporate the five senses into your curriculum.

Amber Silverman
Shaped Contributor

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14 Winter Holiday Activities for School

Celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa with 14 holiday classroom activities, games, and crafts for elementary and middle school students.

Jordan Friedman
Former Shaped Editor

Zoe Del Mar
Shaped Executive Editor

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Math Diagnostic Assessment: What It Is and How to Use It

Math diagnostic assessment is defined, explained, and compared to other types of assessment, such as formative assessment and summative assessment.

Richard Blankman
Shaped Executive Editor

Dr. Vytas Laitusis
Education Research Director, Supplemental & Intervention Math

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Podcast: Don’t Forget Your Why with Sherrye Scott in TX on Teachers in America

Sherrye Scott transitioned from a career in computer information systems to education. Sherrye shares how she motivates students to learn and succeed as a math intervention teacher.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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A Close Look at Scaffolding vs. Differentiation

Teachers are all too familiar with the challenge of adapting to the needs of every student in the classroom. Knowing when and how to use differentiation vs. scaffolding in instruction can help.

Dana Leon
Shaped Contributor

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Podcast: Honoring Cultural Identity and Native American Heritage with Dr. Artley Skenandore in WI on Teachers in America

Oneida Nation High School principal and cultural leader Dr. Artley Skenandore shares how he encourages students to stay connected to their Oneida history, culture, and language. Plus he provides strategies on how to honor Native American heritage in the month of November and all year long.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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Laurens 55, South Carolina: A Data-Driven Success Story

Find out how partnering with HMH to implement its curriculum, supplemental, and assessment solutions exceeded educators’ expectations and drove student achievement in Laurens County, South Carolina.

HMH Staff

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8 Fun Winter Science Experiments and Activities

Brr, it’s cold outside! Use these fun winter science experiments and activities to teach students about the science behind common winter themes.

Alicia Ivory
Shaped Editor

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9 Fun Christmas Activities for School

Try our fun Christmas classroom activities for school. 'Tis the season to be jolly—while boosting math, reading, and writing skills, of course!

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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Podcast: Partnering with Your Principal for Student Success with Randolph Hull and Joshua Bzovi in MI on Teachers in America

Assistant principal Randolph Hull and reading intervention teacher Joshua Bzovi from the South Redford District in Michigan share how they’ve teamed up to support their middle school students in reading.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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5 Reasons Why Using Food as a Reward in Schools Should Be Avoided for PBIS

Explore 5 reasons why using food as a reward in schools should be avoided for PBIS.

Timothy Mugabi
Shaped Contributor

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Strategies for Starting a Professional Learning Community in Education

Learn how to build a system of support in education with a professional learning community.

Polly Patrick
Instructional and Leadership Consultant at The Center of Model Schools

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Changing Lives Through Intervention in Schools

Intervention in school is defined, and key insights into how to provide effective intervention are provided.

Dr. Bonnie Cochran
Director of Academic Planning and Analytics, HMH

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10 Fun Thanksgiving Activities for Elementary Students

No hand-traced turkeys here! Celebrate the holiday while boosting critical math, reading, and writing skills with these fun Thanksgiving activities for elementary students.

Ali Habashi
Former Shaped Editor

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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How to Write a Differentiated Lesson Plan

Learn how to write a differentiated lesson plan and find helpful resources, including a lesson plan template.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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Podcast Minisode: Creating an Accessible Learning Environment with Eric Cavalli in TX on Teachers in America

Adapted physical education teacher Eric Cavalli from Manor, Texas shares strategies to create an accessible learning environment for students.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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Podcast Minisode: Fostering a Growth Mindset in a Multilingual Classroom with Blanca Hernandez in TX on Teachers in America

Texas dual language kindergarten teacher Blanca Hernandez shares how she builds a bilingual classroom culture that fosters a growth mindset in English and Spanish.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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How Can Leaders Build Supportive Environments?

Learn more about the five essential factors of schools that improve student outcomes and can help leaders to build supportive environments.

Carrie Heath Phillips
Senior Director, NWEA Policy and Engagement, HMH

Elliot Ransom
Co-Chief Executive Officer, UChicago Impact