Once Upon a Picture

Ignite the interest of students for writing and discussion with the fantastical images of Once Upon a Picture.

Conundrums from Class Dojo

question marks on paper crafts

Conundrums from Class Dojo make the perfect brain breaks or entire lessons for your students. They can use their critical thinking and problem solving skills as they consider each conundrum that is posed!

Philosophy Toolkit

Find out how this resource can help you use philosophy in your classroom to spark engaging discussions and help your students to learn more about themselves and each other.

May the 4th be With You

May 4th, known by many as “Star Wars Day,” is quickly approaching. Don’t worry if you haven’t prepared because a few Jedi educators have got you covered. One of them is Laura Moore, of the Learn Moore Stuff blog, who has a bit of an affinity for Star Wars as you may deduce from her … Read more

The Socratic Method from TED Ed

Larry Ferlazzo was the first person to bring my attention to one of the newest TED Ed animations, “Improve Your Critical Thinking,” a video that explains how Socrates chose to use questioning rather than lectures with his students. With this, and my recent posts on the Short and Curly podcast, and Ethics in Bricks, I … Read more

The Short and Curly Podcast

Okay, Americans, you may have a different idea come to mind when you hear “short and curly,” but it may help you to know this podcast comes to us from the Australian Broadcasting Corporation. In Australia and New Zealand, “curly questions” are ones that are difficult to answer; you know – like, “What is the … Read more