Teacher Burnout: Recognizing the Signs and What to Do Next
Midway through the school year is when it tends to hit. The adrenaline of September is long gone. The routines are set. The novelty has
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7 Holiday-Themed STEM Projects That Make Inquiry Learning Magical
December in the classroom can feel… a little wild. Your routines wobble, energy skyrockets, and suddenly your carefully planned lessons are competing with concerts, assemblies,
How to Use Math Projects in Your Junior Classroom
If you teach in a junior classroom, you already know that keeping students engaged in math can sometimes feel like a challenge. Math projects are
How to Structure Guided Reading in Junior Grades
Struggling to make guided reading work for your junior students? You’re not alone. Once students move beyond decoding and fluency, it can be hard to
Accommodations and Modifications Don’t Have to Be Complicated
Supporting students with IEPs should not require hours of extra prep, constant one-to-one support, or converting every printable into a digital file. Within Ignited Literacy,
Why Over-Relying on Slide Decks is Holding Back Your Teaching
Slide decks are everywhere in education today. PowerPoint and Google Slides are often the backbone of a lesson plan. Many new teachers have never known
Easy Ways to Support English Language Learners in the Regular Classroom: A Practical Guide for Teachers
Grounded in Ontario’s Supporting English Language Learners: A Practical Guide for Ontario Educators and the Steps to English Proficiency (STEP) User Guide Introduction Every year,
10 Classroom Management Ideas That Actually Work
Managing a classroom is one of the most rewarding parts of teaching, but it can also be one of the most challenging. Every group of
How to Implement Ignited Literacy in Your Classroom.
The physical layout of your room shapes how well your systems work. In an Ignited Literacy classroom, you need three clear zones: Systems Create a
Why Teachers Love Ignited: Curriculum-Aligned Teaching Resources That Actually Work
Teachers across Canada are always searching for curriculum-aligned teaching resources that are practical, engaging, and easy to use. The reality is, managing multiple subjects, split
Teaching Resources for Canadian Teachers: What Is the Ignited Teaching Membership?
If you’ve ever wished there was a one-stop shop for planning your language, math, science, and social studies lessons, you’re not alone. Most elementary teachers
End of Year Theme Days: Keep Students Engaged Through June
As the school year winds down, energy levels drop and focus tends to drift. But instead of battling disengagement, why not embrace the excitement and