Primary sources are more than words on old paper — they’re firsthand accounts of people who wrestled with ideas, choices, and challenges that still shape our lives today.

It’s always great to use current events to make economic concepts more engaging for your students. Tariffs—whether on steel, aluminum, or consumer goods—have made headlines recently which makes them an excellent topic to bring into your classroom.

In today’s classrooms, teachers are balancing lesson planning, grading, parent communication, and the growing need to integrate technology into instruction. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other digital tools can be powerful partners in making your job easier and your lessons more effective.

Every teacher has been there: one class period, 25 students, and what feels like 25 different ability levels. Some students breeze through the content, others need extra support, and a few are somewhere in the middle: bored, confused, or disengaged.

We all know there’s no such thing as a free lunch. But sometimes, there are free-to-you resources—like Stossel in the Classroom—that are rock solid and valuable to teachers, saving you time and providing excellent materials for your classroom.

Equip your students with an entrepreneurial mindset. Teach problem-solving, creativity, and resilience with engaging lesson plans and free classroom resources. Explore free videos, lesson plans, and real-world examples to inspire the next generation of innovators.

As the school year winds down, it’s the perfect time to encourage students to reflect on their learning experiences. Whether they’re in elementary school, high school, or somewhere in between, reflective writing can be a powerful…

Your students are frequently assigned research-based tasks, yet they must navigate a constant stream of misinformation, especially from social media and influencers who often misquote or misinterpret information…

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the world around us and education is no exception. As educators, we’re constantly adapting to new technologies—whether it was overhead projectors, smartboards, or online learning platforms.

Socratic seminars offer a way to engage students in thoughtful discussions, fostering critical thinking and deep learning. Rooted in the teaching methods of Socrates, these seminars focus on asking and exploring questions rather than delivering direct answers.

Writing an essay can be daunting for students, especially when staring at a messy rough draft filled with half-formed ideas, awkward sentences, and incomplete thoughts. But as teachers, we know the rough draft is just the beginning of the process. It’s where the real work—and the real improvement—happens.

Political cartoons have been a staple of public discourse for centuries, offering quick, visual, and often satirical commentary on current events. For students, they present a unique opportunity to engage with important issues in a way that’s both thought-provoking and fun.