August is Family Fun Month!
The month of August typically signifies the last few weeks of summer before students and teachers return to school. Encourage …
The Pen Is Mighty Indeed
Why else would people take writing so seriously? Some think writing so powerful that their children will turn into sorcerers …
April 2022 #NCTEchat: Finding Joy in Children’s Day, Book Day
Join us on Sunday, April 24, at 8:00 p.m. ET for an #NCTEchat where we will celebrate Children’s Day, Book …
Defining the Role of Standardized Tests
One of the biggest problems with the hotly debated standardized tests of our day is that we have come to …
Hispanic Heritage in the ELA Classroom
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month this September 15 to October 15, we’ve curated a selection of NCTE books authored …
Meeting the New Mainstream: How ELA Teachers Can Help Bilingual Students Succeed in the Writing Classroom
Christina Ortmeier-Hooper was interviewed for NCTE by freelance writer Trisha Collopy. For the English teachers in Christina Ortmeier-Hooper’s workshop, …
June 2021 #NCTEchat: Cultivating Powerful Writing Communities
Join us on Sunday, June 20, at 8:00 p.m. ET for an #NCTEchat in which we discuss cultivating powerful writing …
Don’t Throw Away Your Shot: Rise Up at the Grammar Reimagined Workshop
This post is written by member Sean Ruday. One reason I absolutely love the hit musical Hamilton is the show’s …
March 2019 #NCTEchat: Leveraging Literacy and Technology for Social Change
Join us this Sunday, March 10, at 8:00 p.m. ET, for our March #NCTEchat on leveraging literacy and technology for …
Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day!
On the last Saturday in April, Independent Bookstore Day is recognized! It brings together the celebration of classics, entrepreneurship, and …