Kick Off 2017 With These Great Resources

We curate the week's best teacher resources, whether lesson plans, book lists, or perfect printables.

Welcome, 2017!  Winter break is always fun, and we’re not quite sure we’re ready to be back yet, but we are looking forward to seeing all that a fresh year has in store. Here’s a smorgasbord of fresh links to kick off a brand new year.

1. 11 teacher-tested ways to make your classroom parents adore you. (Not that you need any help.)
2. Could you be preventing your math students from diving deeper? Take a look at these eight teaching habits that block productive struggle in math students.
3. Why do kids with autism do that? This is a must-read for better understanding and planning.
4. Teaching younger scientists about the states of matter? Head over here for some ideas and a free printable.
5. An amazing blog for 21st century music teachers — yes!
6. Speaking of freebies, be sure to snag these printable parent notes for easier communication.
7. Using emojis to promote classroom community. This could get fun fast!
8. Hey, high school English teachers — get lesson plan inspiration with this blog’s five super cool films your ELA students will love.

Happy New Year, educators. Wishing you a peaceful, engaged and curious 2017!