Moving Past Old-School Definitions of Literacy
This post was written by NCTE member Jason D. DeHart, reprinted with permission from MiddleWeb. When I was a young …
NCTE Convention: Uniting Teachers and Bringing Enlightenment
This post was written by NCTE first-time Convention attendee Denise Loeber. Photo is the author and the friend she met …
Writing Conferences: A Minimalist Approach
This post was written by NCTE member Patty McGee, reprinted with permission from MiddleWeb. What is minimalism? “Minimalism is …
Between the Pages: Minh Lê’s Legacy and Impact on Children’s Literature
From NCTE’s Standing Committee on Global Citizenship This post was written by NCTE member Darius Phelps, who is also …
Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of International Dot Day!
International Dot Day—a global celebration of creativity, courage, and collaboration—began when teacher Terry Shay introduced his classroom to Peter H. …
Here’s How to Get Kids Talking about Literature
This post was written by NCTE members Marilyn Pryle and Sharon Ratliff, reprinted with permission from MiddleWeb. (Marilyn) I have …
Transnational Literacy
From NCTE’s Standing Committee on Global Citizenship This post was written by NCTE member HeeYoung Kim, who is also a …
Get Involved with NCTE’s Children’s Book Awards Committees
Do you love children’s literature? Are you someone who waits in anticipation of the new titles at your local bookstore …
How to Teach Reading in the Middle Grades
This post was written by NCTE member and author Laura J. Robb, reprinted with permission from MiddleWeb. Step into …
Lessons from the NCTE Convention
This post was written by guest author Jacob Wunsh. I was Google searching—something to the effect of “PD aside …