Reflections from the IB Global Conference: Our Humanity, Connected
Last week in The Hague, I had the privilege of joining thousands of fellow educators for the IB Global Conference. The theme, “Our Humanity, Connected,” was far more than just …
Beyond the Mandate: Building World-Class PYP Scope & Sequences in the Absence of National Standards
As PYP coordinators, we often grapple with the question of external standards. While the PYP provides an incredible framework for how students learn, the ‘what’ can sometimes feel fluid. A …
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From Human-Centered to World-Wise: A Practical Guide to the New IB PYP Theme Descriptors
The International Baccalaureate (IB) has updated the descriptors for the Primary Years Programme (PYP) Transdisciplinary Themes, and it’s more than just a change in wording—it’s a meaningful evolution in perspective. …
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Beyond the Slides: Weaving a Collaborative Narrative in the PYP Exhibition Workshop
After every workshop I lead, I find myself sketching out a ‘director’s cut’ in my mind. It’s a familiar process for any facilitator, I’m sure. You reflect on the moments …
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Tech Tools in Tiny Hands: Smart Ways to Use Technology in Your Primary Classroom
The digital world is all around us, and our primary learners are growing up as digital natives! Integrating technology into the classroom can be incredibly exciting, offering new ways to …
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On the PYP Coordinator’s Desk: From Good to Great – Sharpening Your Central Ideas with a Concept-Based Lens
Hello everyone, I’m writing this with a mind still buzzing with ideas and a notebook full of scribbles. I’ve just returned from two incredible days at the Bavarian International School’s …
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Reflections & Resources: Elevating the “Building Your IB Primary Years Programme” Workshop
Elevate your IB Primary Years Programme workshop! Get reflections, redesigned resources & practical tips for better PYP facilitation and participant engagement.
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Driving Student Agency with Goal-Setting: A Learner-Centered Approach
Drive student agency with learner-centered goal setting. Learn practical strategies, including WIN Time and co-creation, to empower students by focusing on the learning process over the product.
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The Writing Process: Supporting Student Choice and Bridging Balanced Literacy with the Science of Reading
Wondering how to improve your writing instruction and support student choice? This article covers the writing process, mentor texts, and bridging balanced literacy with the science of reading.
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Inquiry-Based Learning in Primary School: A Synergistic Approach
Discover how inquiry-based learning, combined with concept-based inquiry, empowers primary school students. Explore inductive approaches, transdisciplinary learning, and UDL
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