14 Years Ago
September 11 has been declared a day of service, of giving of oneself, of volunteering for a cause we believe …
America = Freedom to Read = Democracy
“How many times can you fall in love? By reading, you can fall in love every time you begin a …
Inviting Stakeholders to Your Classroom
You want to have a voice. You would love to testify at the school board hearing or travel to your …
Light Up Those Books!
Confessions first—I’m addicted to mystery adventure books and this month that ends in Banned Books Week, has me thinking about …
When Legislators Attempt to Stifle Teacher Voice
Although many teachers are now finding their voices and using them to testify at hearings, meet with legislators, or influence …
Families and Literacy Learning
Whether your summertime was leisurely, productive, or both, you’re probably joining the many children, families, and teachers making the mental …
Recognizing NCTE Members Who Are 2015 State Teachers of the Year
NCTE has an incredible membership, filled with vibrant teachers and faculty who are dedicated to their students every day. This …
Voices for Change: The Responsibility of the Teacher at the Microphone
On June 24, NCTE brought a handful of educators to the Department of Education to speak to staffers about issues …
Why Penny Kittle Won’t Censor Books
This year, when you go back to school, take a lesson from Penny Kittle. Don’t stop at selecting the texts …
Teaching Is a Skill in an Art Form
As I recently watched three dancers, one from New York, one from Richmond, and one from Washington, DC, dance seamlessly …