Coming Soon: A Fresh Look for Gale Topic Pages

| By Gale Staff | A new academic year is on the horizon, and so are improvements for the Gale platform! At the end of July, we’re launching an updated experience for Gale topic pages. Topic page users can expect a streamlined design with improved navigation on the following platforms: What’s Changing on Gale Topic … Read more

Finding Success with Large Print: Read One Mom’s Inspiring Story

| By Thorndike Staff | Although 10-year-old Sid excelled in school subjects like math, he struggled consistently with reading. In addition to being affected by widespread reading proficiency declines from COVID-19, Sid was diagnosed with ADHD and saccadic eye movement disorder, a visual processing disorder that causes rapid, jerky eye movements. These conditions make tracking … Read more

Bringing Latinx Literary Voices into the Classroom for Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month, observed from September 15 to October 15, provides educators with an opportunity to showcase the histories, cultures, and contributions of Latinx communities. In literature classrooms, exploring those contributions encourages students to think more critically about how Latinx authors use the written word to share stories of their communities and cultures while expressing … Read more

Expand Your School District’s Professional Development with ConnectEDD

| By Gale Staff | Professional learning is evolving. As our understanding of effective teaching grows, educators are seeking resources that reflect both the craft and complexity of their work. They want support that’s rooted in real practice, aligned with the latest pedagogical research, and delivered in formats that respect their time and experience—all so … Read more

Investigate Historical July Headlines with The Times Digital Archive

This summer, The Times Digital Archive is expanding its reach with the addition of five years of new content (2020–24), adding to a collection that already spans more than two centuries of reporting dating back to 1785. The archive’s built-in tools include robust search functions to help users analyze the language of reporting and investigate … Read more

Make Stronger Connections Between Past and Present with AI-Leveled Content

| Cynda Wood | During my 15 years teaching high school social studies, I approached every new school year with the same goal: urging students to think critically about the world around them. Each class would cover different skills and concepts, but the mission was ultimately the same. We want every student to think critically … Read more

Debate the Merits of Presidential Pardons

Each November, a curious ritual plays out on the White House lawn. Cameras flash as the president spares a turkey from winding up as Thanksgiving dinner in an act of clemency that draws chuckles and smiles rather than legal scrutiny. While the annual turkey pardon is a lighthearted tradition, it echoes one of the most … Read more