| By Gale Staff | Media literacy is essential for young people to become informed and responsible digital citizens in an age where we are constantly bombarded with information. It empowers them to critically evaluate the messages they receive and make informed decisions about how to consume media.  By integrating media literacy into classrooms, educators … Read more

| By Gale Staff | Have you ever wondered how Thanksgiving is celebrated around the world? Teachers can celebrate several holidays in their elementary classrooms throughout the fall semester. Alongside the more traditional and familiar Western observances, educators might embrace a more diversified approach to seasonal holidays, welcoming new perspectives and encouraging young students’ curiosity … Read more

| By Gale Staff | World Kindness Day is celebrated on November 13th, and it’s a great opportunity to teach elementary school students about the importance of kindness and compassion. With a little planning, you can easily incorporate World Kindness Day activities into your classroom curriculum. Using Gale In Context: Elementary, your young students can … Read more

| By Gale Staff | December 28, 2023, marks the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act (ESA). This vital legislation has created a framework through which government agencies, local organizations, and private individuals can collaborate to protect and conserve vulnerable species. Thanks to the ESA, remarkable animals like the American alligator, the peregrine falcon, … Read more

| By Gale Staff | With the upcoming release of the movie musical The Color Purple, educators can seize the opportunity to teach students about the experiences of Black women in American history in greater depth. Whether students are reading the original novel in class or learning about the post-Reconstruction South, teachers can create in-depth … Read more