Lead the Way in Community Support on World Mental Health Day

Mental health concerns don’t always begin with a crisis. Often, the first signs are easy to explain away—irritability because there’s too much going on at work, or feeling blue because it’s been a bad week. At that point, people aren’t looking for a diagnosis. They’re trying to manage on their own—searching for stress management tips, … Read more

Guide Elementary Students Through the Science of Earth’s Fiercest Storms

A sudden clap of thunder, rain hammering the windows, a gust of wind that makes the whole building creak. This kind of spectacle, equal parts thrilling and unsettling, captures students’ attention instantly. Teachers can leverage that fascination as an opening to explain what’s happening and why, using age-appropriate content that celebrates curiosity without increasing concern. … Read more

Embark on a Cross-Cultural Journey on International Music Day

| By Gale Staff | Most students already have a favorite song. They might not know what genre it falls into—or even who the artist is, especially in lower elementary—but they know how it makes them feel. Elementary educators can help young learners build on that connection during International Music Day on October 1, prompting … Read more

Commemorating Exemplary Lives on All Saints’ Day

Each year on November 1, churches around the world observe All Saints’ Day—a feast honoring a vast and varied group of people whom the Catholic Church recognizes for leading lives of extraordinary faith and virtue. The observance grew out of early Christian practices of honoring martyrs who died for their religious beliefs, later expanding to … Read more

Smarter Learning Starts Here with AI Tools in Gale Presents: Udemy

| By Gale Staff | In today’s fast-paced world, learners need more than just access to content—they need guidance, practice, and personalization. That’s why Gale Presents: Udemy is proud to introduce two groundbreaking AI-powered features: AI Assistant and Role Play. These tools are designed to help learners navigate their learning journey with confidence and clarity, while building real-world … Read more

From Graduation to Employment: Why Career Readiness is Still a Struggle

| By Gale Staff | Recent survey data reveals that nearly 72% of graduates feel unprepared for life after high school. Challenges range from a lack of career exploration to inadequate real-world experience, leading students to struggle with planning their futures, from choosing a college major to starting a career.1 The disconnect between academic achievement … Read more

Design Cross-Perspective Lessons for Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day

October’s second Monday marks the shared observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day, providing elementary students an opportunity to examine both the spirit of exploration and the cultures that long predated it. Teaching these histories side by side gives students an early framework for understanding how the same moment in time can mean different … Read more

Empower Your Community to Confront Bullying This October

Each year, nearly one in three US students between the ages of 12 and 17 reports being bullied. Of those, rates are significantly higher for girls (38.3%), students with a developmental disability (44.4%), and LGBTQ+ students (47.1%). National Bullying Prevention Month in October encourages educators, caregivers, and parents to take a closer look at how … Read more