March 1 is Read Across America Day!
Take part in the largest reading event in the United States on Friday, March 1! Gather books and readers for …
A Mosaic of Celebrations for the African American Read-In
Last February, the African American Read-In spawned school and community readings and events across the nation. To help inspire your …
Support Your Students. With Your Help, They Can Change The World.
It is one thing to speak out against censorship, and another to face it head on and fight, especially for …
Is the Fourth of July Really Independence Day?
Historical events and holidays frequently seem like absolute truth to students; yet behind such events are many possible truths, myths, …
Promoting Social Justice with High-Interest Works of Sports-Related Nonfiction
This post was written by NCTE member Luke Rodesiler. Over time, sports culture has been established as a site …
“The Hive Society”
The following is an excerpt from Emily Elizabeth Smith’s essay which won the 2015 NCTE Donald H. Graves Writing Award. …
#WhyIWrite—Rhashida Brown
This post was written by guest author Rhashida Brown. Today is the National Day on Writing! As part of …
The Latest Issue of College Composition and Communication
This post is written by member Jens Lloyd, editorial assistant for College Composition and Communication. College Composition and Communication (CCC) publishes …
How Blank Walls Built Community in 7th Grade
This post was written by NCTE member Katie Durkin, reprinted with permission from MiddleWeb. Decorating my classroom has always been …
The Annual Convention Is a Time of Renewal: Building Connection, Finding Community, and Engaging in Critical Reflection
This post was written by NCTE member Wintre Foxworth Johnson. Connection. Community. Critical Reflection. My NCTE membership and attendance at Annual …