Some schools are adopting what they call "community circles," which require kids to keep anything said there confidential. Getty Images America’s classrooms seem focused lately on just about ...

Love Elementary School 2nd grader, Deanna Jock, drew an emoji in her journal during Laurie Hind’s third grade class. Students were discussing fear and using emojis to show what fear looks like. They ...

It’s a dry, hot day in south Phoenix, but my dimly lit classroom is cool and comfortable. Quick footsteps approach outside the door and two-dozen 8- and 9-year-olds return from recess, sweating and ...

Tips for teachers who are willing to trade consequence-based control for a framework of calm observation, genuine curiosity, ...