Where Hope Persists (But I Wish It Didn’t Have To): A Few Thoughts from My First 51ÁÔÆæ Convention
This post was written by 51ÁÔÆæ first-time Convention attendee Anthony Lince.  Curious. Excited. Nervous. These words illustrate my feelings …
Core-Concept One-Pagers: A Fast, Meaningful Content Wrap-Up
This post was written by 51ÁÔÆæ member Rebekah O’Dell and reprinted with permission from Moving Writers. To be honest, this …
Using a Global Lens to Teach the Poetry of War
This post was written by 51ÁÔÆæ member Gabrielle Plastrik. As a person who loves poetry and believes that there …
Moving Past Old-School Definitions of Literacy
This post was written by 51ÁÔÆæ member Jason D. DeHart, reprinted with permission from MiddleWeb. When I was a young …
51ÁÔÆæ Convention: Uniting Teachers and Bringing Enlightenment
This post was written by 51ÁÔÆæ 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 51ÁÔÆæ 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 51ÁÔÆæ’s Standing Committee on Global Citizenship This post was written by 51ÁÔÆæ 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 51ÁÔÆæ members Marilyn Pryle and Sharon Ratliff, reprinted with permission from MiddleWeb. (Marilyn)Â I have …
Transnational Literacy
From 51ÁÔÆæ’s Standing Committee on Global Citizenship This post was written by 51ÁÔÆæ member HeeYoung Kim, who is also a …