Creating a Joyful, Learning-Ready Classroom
Creating a Joyful, Learning-Ready ClassroomJun. 23, 2026 • Debbie Bagley NEWSLETTER There is something special about walking into a classroom that simply feels joyful. Maybe it’s the soft glow of…
Debbie Bagley is a teacher advocate at Studies Weekly. She has worked in the education field for over 15 years and is especially passionate about teaching character education and social studies.
End-of-Year Reflection for Teachers
Before you Pack Up … Reflect! End of Year Reflection for TeachersMay. 19, 2026 • Debbie Bagley NEWSLETTER The time has come. The end of school draws near. The bins…
Your Secret Teaching Superpower: The Studies Weekly Teacher Edition
Your Secret Teaching Superpower: Unlocking the Magic of the Studies Weekly Teacher EditionApr. 28, 2026 • By Debbie Bagley NEWSLETTER Remember those days when planning meant juggling standards, digging through…
Simple Ways to Help Students Reflect on Their Growth and Learning
Look How We’ve Grown! Simple Ways to Help Students Reflect on Their Growth and LearningApr. 21, 2026 • By Debbie Bagley NEWSLETTER As the school year begins to wind down,…
Calm Classroom Strategies for Spring Testing
Classroom Strategies for Calmer Spring TestingFeb. 23, 2026 • Debbie Bagley NEWSLETTER Spring brings growth, sunshine, and… testing season. As assessment time approaches, it’s completely normal for students to feel…
Teaching Kindness in February
Teaching Kindness in FebruaryJan. 28, 2026 • Debbie Bagley NEWSLETTER February may be the shortest month of the year, but it is full of big feelings, busy energy, and plenty…
Try These 12 Play-Based Learning Activities
12 Play-Based Learning Activities: Examples of Play-Based Learning in the ClassroomJan. 15, 2026 • Debbie Bagley NEWSLETTER Play-based learning is a teaching strategy that uses children’s natural curiosity by providing…
Bringing Joy Into Your Classroom After the Break
Bringing Joy Back Into Your Classroom After the Holiday BreakJan. 06, 2026 • Debbie Bagley NEWSLETTER The holiday season is full of magic with late nights, special traditions, cozy moments,…
Classroom Craft: Holiday Tissue Paper Wreath
Classroom Craft: Tissue Paper WreathDec. 12, 2025 • Debbie Bagley NEWSLETTER This tissue paper wreath craft is a festive way to celebrate the holiday season and make learning fun! Crafts…
The Power of Play: Advocating for Play-Based Learning in Early Childhood Classrooms
The Power of Play-Based Learning in Early Childhood ClassroomsDec 08, 2025 • Debbie Bagley NEWSLETTER When children build with blocks, pretend to run a store, or create stories with puppets,…