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See how one librarian is expanding access to books, building community, & inspiring young readers beyond school walls. Read more: https://sharemylesson.com/blog/how-one-librarians-bookmobile-delivering-joy-reading A bookmobile is helping bring the joy of reading directly to students and families!
🌎 Climate change is changing the places where we learn, work and care for others. See how @aft.org members are advocating for healthier schools, safer workplaces, resilient communities and the freedom to teach climate science. Learn more: https://www.aft.org/climate @sharemylesson.bsky.social
Friendship Conflict -- This is a really informative post. You'll want to share it after you read it for sure, via Lean In Girls.
Share My LessonFriendship conflict is part of growing up, but educators can help students navigate it with confidence and empathy. ❤️ Explore 7 strategies to support teen girls through peer conflict and strengthen relationships https://sharemylesson.com/blog/7-strategies-teen-girls-friendship-conflict @aft.org
Happy Birthday to @aft.org's Share My Lesson!
Share My Lesson🎉 Share My Lesson is officially 14! 🥳 Thank you to the incredible educator community that has shared, learned, downloaded, taught, inspired & grown w us over the years ❤️📚 https://sharemylesson.com/join @rweingarten.bsky.social @aft.org @kellycbooz.bsky.social @sari.bsky.social @aftteach.bsky.social
Belonging is more than a feeling.❤️ Explore the AFT's free The Value of Belonging poster for practical ideas to help create inclusive school communities where every student feels seen and valued. https://sharemylesson.com/teaching-resource/value-of-belonging @aft.org @sharemylesson.bsky.social
@aft.org members: Ready to take the next step toward teacher certification? 📚 Our 8-week online Licensure Preparation Course begins Aug. 25 and includes live instructors, Praxis math & reading strategies, and practical test-taking tips to help you feel prepared. Register: bit.ly/AFT-licensure
Get ready for Campaign for Grade-Level Reading Week! Hear from @aft.org's Marla Ucelli-Kashyap and @shankerinst.bsky.social's Esther Quintero-Corral on Let’s Ask the Teachers: Classroom Practice and the Science of Reading, scheduled for July 28th at 3 pm ET. Learn more here ➡️ bit.ly/GLR-Week
Get ready for Campaign for Grade-Level Reading Week! Hear from @aft.org's Marla Ucelli-Kashyap and @shankerinst.bsky.social's Esther Quintero-Corral on Let’s Ask the Teachers: Classroom Practice and the Science of Reading, scheduled for July 28th at 3 pm ET. Learn more here ➡️ bit.ly/GLR-Week
How can trauma-informed practices strengthen every classroom? 🌱Explore practical strategies to build resilience, de-escalate stress, and support student well-being every day https://sharemylesson.com/blog/strengthening-trauma-informed-practices @aft.org @sharemylesson.bsky.social @crprax.bsky.social
Nearly 1 in 4 U.S. students speaks a language other than English at home. Every educator can help multilingual learners feel seen, supported and successful. ❤️ Explore free ELL resources, lesson plans and webinars 👇 @aft.org @sharemylesson.bsky.social
The Importance of Supporting English Language LearnersExplore the unique strengths of English Language Learners and see how you can act as an ELL support as they acclimate to a new environment.sharemylesson.comGet ready for Campaign for Grade-Level Reading Week! Hear from @aft.org's Marla Ucelli-Kashyap and @shankerinst.bsky.social's Esther Quintero-Corral on Let’s Ask the Teachers: Classroom Practice and the Science of Reading, scheduled for July 28th at 3 pm ET. Learn more here ➡️ bit.ly/GLR-Week
Financial literacy starts with understanding the system. 💙 The Fight for Affordability flyer from @aft.org opens conversations about medical debt, credit reports, student loans, & everyday costs while connecting readers to free guides, videos, & local clinics for support. @sharemylesson.bsky.social
Fight for Affordability: AFT Campaign Flyer on Medical Debt, Credit, and Student LoansThe AFT Fight for Affordability flyer covers medical debt, credit, and student loans, with guides, videos, and clinics that help real people push back.sharemylesson.comHow can classrooms become spaces for empathy and meaningful dialogue? Read how Israeli and Palestinian families with the Parents Circle–Families Forum are helping educators model compassionate conversations through @sharemylesson.bsky.social resources. @parentscirclede.bsky.social @aft.org
Parents Circle–Families Forum Encourages People to Listen with EmpathyRead how Israeli and Palestinian families are using empathy and dialogue to build understanding—and how educators can bring these lessons into classrooms.sharemylesson.comWho should lead AI in our classrooms? Teachers❤️ Learn how the @aft.org's National Academy for AI Instruction is helping educators use AI safely, ethically & effectively through teacher-led training https://sharemylesson.com/blog/ai-revolution-who-gets-lead-nations-classrooms @rweingarten.bsky.social
Public education, working families, and democracy are deeply connected. In this new blog, AFT President @rweingarten.bsky.social reflects on the @aft.org's historic growth, advocacy efforts, and vision for the future: https://sharemylesson.com/blog/building-our-power-create-better-future
Help students connect voting rights, redistricting and democracy today. ✊🏽🗳️ Read @rweingarten.bsky.social’s “We Shall Overcome, Again” and bring civic learning into the classroom https://sharemylesson.com/blog/we-shall-overcome-again @aft.org @sharemylesson.bsky.social
🔧 "I want students to learn about time management... independent problem-solving... and to persevere when times get tough." Award-winning welding teacher Donald Mattoon shows how career and technical education prepares students for life, not just a job. @aft.org @sharemylesson.bsky.social
Here's What Gets This Welding Teacher Excited About the TradesAward-winning welding teacher Donald Mattoon explains how career and technical education helps students build life skills, confidence, and career opportunities.sharemylesson.comGreat literacy policy needs more than great ideas. It also needs time. Read why science of reading reforms can only succeed when educators have the time to learn, plan & implement them effectively https://sharemylesson.com/blog/time-missing-ingredient-literacy-reform @shankerinst.bsky.social
From California to London, educators are finding common ground on the issues shaping our schools: AI, public education, fair funding &democracy. Collaboration across borders helps strengthen the future of teaching & learning https://sharemylesson.com/blog/protecting-public-education-across-borders