
The Vital Role of Memory Skills in Middle School Success
Memory skills are essential tools for academic success and everyday life. Educators can significantly improve student outcomes by teaching memory techniques. In the next several Brain Builders Workshops, we will

Key Educational Trends in 2024: What’s Shaping Learning?
The landscape of education continues to evolve, largely pushed by responses to equity concerns and technological advancements. Below we will focus on the ten most important education trends of the

Motivational Handouts for the Brain Builders Workshop
Welcome to the resource hub for Brain Builders Workshop: Teaching Motivation to Middle School Students! Here, you’ll find the downloadable / print-ready documents and handouts associated with the Brain Builders

Personal Interest Projects to Boost Success and Creativity
As we approach the culmination of our personal interest project, it’s time to reflect on the journey we’ve embarked upon and bring our visions to life. Over the next two

Transform a Boring Lesson into Something Exciting!
This lesson should be a lot of fun but you might need a bit of a thick skin while middle school students re-work lessons that they previously found uninteresting. By

Teaching the Impressive Power of Open-Ended Questions
In a world teeming with curiosity and endless information, the ability to ask the right questions is more valuable than ever. This lesson is designed to guide students through the

Fusing Passions and Academic Excellence: A Winning Formula
In this lesson, we embark on a journey to discover how our personal passions and academic excellence can feed off of each other. By exploring the connections between what we

Exploring the Wonders of Curiosity in Learning
In today’s lesson, we will embark on a journey fueled by our natural curiosity about the world around us. Curiosity drives us to explore, ask questions, and seek answers, leading

The Secrets of Learning: Explore the Psychology of Interest
Have you ever been so engrossed in a topic that time seemed to fly by? Whether it’s dinosaurs, outer space, or the latest video game, certain subjects have the power

Teaching and Fostering a Positive Attitude Toward Learning
In the journey of education, the role of educators extends far beyond imparting knowledge and preparing students for tests. One of the most significant and enduring impacts a teacher can

Embracing Change: A Fantastic Growth Mindset Celebration
This lesson caps off a week of cultivating a growth mindset, guiding students to reflect on their personal development and achievements. Our focus today is not just on celebrating where

The Ultimate Guide: SMART Goals for Middle School Students
In this lesson, we’ll unlock the secret to turning dreams or vague ideas into achievable steps by learning about SMART Goals for middle school students. This powerful approach helps students

Unlocking Potential: The Power of Effort and Persistence
Welcome to a journey that transcends the ordinary and propels you into the realm of extraordinary achievements. In this lesson, we will explore the undeniable power of effort and persistence—your

The Power of Reframing Failure in Middle School Classes
In this lesson, we explore the transformative power of reframing failure, understanding it not as a setback but as a vital step toward success. We’ll explore what a growth mindset

Neuroplasticity for Middle School: Your Brain’s Potential
Welcome to an extraordinary adventure that will take you inside the most complex and fascinating structure known to humankind: the brain. In this lesson, we will explore the concept of