Teacher PD

Genius Hour provides educators with the tools that they need to successfully implement genius hour, or passion projects, in the classroom.

Students love math games and puzzles, but how much are they really learning from the experience?

In this eagerly awaited sequel to No More “I’m Done!” grades 3–8 teachers will find the inspiration and tools to shift from a teacher-directed writing program to a student-propelled workshop model.

The play-based learning and individualized strategies in this practical book build on the wide range of literacy skills present in the kindergarten classroom.

Every colorful page of Christopher Danielson’s picture book, Which One Doesn’t Belong?, contains a thoughtfully designed set of four shapes.

This practical and insightful book shows teachers how to build independence with a more creative, productive, and engaging primary writing workshop.

"All readers of any age need instruction and support that helps them become more independent and self-reflective in their work." – Gail Boushey and Joan Moser

This practical handbook shows teachers how to nurture a kindergarten learning environment in which children feel safe, comfortable, and able to take risks.

Making Number Talks Matter 

Developing mathematical practices and deepening understanding

Digging Deeper 

Making number talks matter even more 

To help students communicate their mathematical thinking, many teachers have created classrooms where math talk has become a successful and joyful instructional practice.