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 …
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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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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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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The Power of Early Intervention: Investing in a Child’s Future
Struggling with dyslexia in your school? Learn how WIN Time can be a game-changer! This flexible, data-driven approach allows for personalized instruction, early intervention, and targeted support. Read more about how to implement these strategies and empower your students! #dyslexia #WINtime #education #specialeducation #readingintervention
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Updated Transdisciplinary Theme Descriptors
The transdisciplinary themes remain the same and continue to be central to the structure of the program of inquiry (POI). The descriptors have moved from commonalities of human experience to …
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Book Creator’s Be An Author Month: Nurturing Young Storytellers
Book Creator’s Be An Author Month is a wonderful opportunity to empower primary students to discover their inner authors. This initiative guides young learners through the entire writing process. It …
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The Hundred Languages of Children: A Resonant Harmony with the IB Learner Profile
The Reggio Emilia approach, with its powerful metaphor of the “Hundred Languages of Children,” provides a compelling framework for understanding the diverse ways children learn and express themselves. This philosophy …
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