Webinar: How to Speak to Your Students About Ukraine
Child psychologist Phyllis Ohr and educator Grace Leah Njoroge presented a webinar with News-O-Matic on the topic of tough news. Their...
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- Nov 19, 2021
- 2 min
Supporting SEL Initiatives with News-O-Matic
More than ever, teachers are looking for Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) resources for their students. This was true before the start...
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- Oct 23, 2020
- 2 min
Introducing the News-O-Matic Countries A-Z Series
In honor of the 75th anniversary of the United Nations, we are kicking off a 193-part series on countries around the world!
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- Sep 30, 2020
- 2 min
5 News-O-Matic Articles for Teaching About the History of Moon Exploration
These articles draw upon historical context and interviews with astronauts to teach students about the “giant leap for mankind.”
janine129
- Sep 22, 2020
- 2 min
5 News-O-Matic Articles for Teaching About the Moon
Space science is one of our favorite subjects. Here are a few of our recommended resources for teaching students about the Moon.
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- Sep 15, 2020
- 2 min
Teaching Resources for Hispanic Heritage Month: 4 News-O-Matic Articles
Our curated collection of News-O-Matic articles provides fun opportunities to integrate Hispanic Heritage Month into your curriculum.
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- Sep 9, 2020
- 2 min
Teaching About Diversity [Using 4 News-O-Matic Articles]
For educators looking for resources to teach about diversity, these four nonfiction articles for students are the perfect starting point.
janine129
- Aug 31, 2020
- 2 min
5 News-O-Matic Articles for Back to School
From current events to SEL stories to fun craft ideas, here are some recommended articles to use at the start of the school year.
janine129
- Aug 28, 2020
- 2 min
News-O-Matic Honored with Summer 2020 Academics’ Choice Smart Media Award
We are thrilled to announce that News-O-Matic has been honored with a Summer 2020 Academics’ Choice Award in the “Smart Media” category.
janine129
- Aug 23, 2020
- 2 min
New School Year, “New” News-O-Matic
News-O-Matic is excited to introduce new features and updates to further enhance the learning experience.
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- Aug 18, 2020
- 2 min
News-O-Matic Launches New Archives Feature for Back-to-School
News-O-Matic’s archive of 10,000+ nonfiction articles expands access to ELA, social studies, science, and SEL content.
janine129
- Jun 25, 2020
- 4 min
News-O-Matic’s 2,000th Edition: Letter from a Reader
To commemorate our 2000th edition, we published a letter from Isabella, a reader who has used News-O-Matic for more than six years.
janine129
- Jun 25, 2020
- 3 min
News-O-Matic Celebrates 2,000 Editions!
News-O-Matic published its 2,000th consecutive edition. Editor-in-Chief Russ Kahn shares a look back at the history of News-O-Matic.
janine129
- Jun 15, 2020
- 2 min
5 Ways for Parents to Encourage Summer Learning
Here are News-O-Matic’s top five ways you can help your child develop skills and knowledge when school is out of session.
janine129
- Jun 15, 2020
- 2 min
3 Ways Teachers Can Keep Students Learning Over the Summer
There are a few things teachers can do now to keep students learning over the summer and minimize the effect of an extended “summer slide.”
janine129
- Jun 8, 2020
- 3 min
Handling Racism: Q&A with a Race Relations Expert
Race relations expert Beverly Daniel Tatem spoke with News-O-Matic about discussing racism, learning from history, and creating change.
janine129
- Jun 5, 2020
- 3 min
Handling Racism: Read Books
Reading books about race is a great way to help students learn about the issue of racism and the history of injustice.
janine129
- Jun 5, 2020
- 3 min
Handling Racism: Learn the History
Today's call for action is rooted in a long history. To help kids understand what is happening, take a look at the past.
janine129
- Jun 3, 2020
- 3 min
Handling Racism: Sharing Safely
Educational experts share ways for kids to have a safe and respectful conversation about racism.
janine129
- Jun 2, 2020
- 3 min
Handling Racism: Be an Ally
How can we teach kids to be allies? The second article in our "Handling Racism" series offers some advice.
janine129
- Jun 1, 2020
- 2 min
Handling Racism: Speak Up
Our “Handling Racism” series is a resource that teachers and parents can use to facilitate conversations about race in America.
janine129
- May 30, 2020
- 3 min
Teachers Share End-of-Year Messages with News-O-Matic Readers
This school year has been challenging, to say the least. The COVID-19 pandemic shuttered most school buildings back in March (or...
janine129
- May 27, 2020
- 2 min
How Teachers Are Acting Now to Combat Summer Slide
With the end of the school year approaching, teachers are concerned about the impending summer slide. Summer slide refers to the decline...
janine129
- May 26, 2020
- 2 min
News-O-Matic Survey Reveals Teachers’ Challenges with Distance Learning
COVID-19 has upended the lives of teachers and students around the world. Most educators experienced rapid and unexpected transitions to...
janine129
- May 25, 2020
- 2 min
News-O-Matic Earns Academics’ Choice Smart Media Award
We are excited to announce that News-O-Matic has been honored with a 2020 Academics’ Choice Award for Smart Media. The independent...
janine129
- May 24, 2020
- 1 min
New News-O-Matic Report: Preparing for the COVID-19 Slide
COVID-19 has dramatically altered education around the world. Research from Education Week found that coronavirus-related school closures...
janine129
- May 5, 2020
- 3 min
How to Help Kids Identify Fake News About the Coronavirus
The coronavirus outbreak has captured the world’s attention — and its headlines. Over the past few months, your students may have shared...
janine129
- Mar 20, 2020
- 3 min
Stay Strong: A Message from News-O-Matic’s Child Psychologist
In the March 19 edition of News-O-Matic, our child psychologist wrote a letter to young readers about the coronavirus. Below, we share...
janine129
- Mar 17, 2020
- 1 min
Free Access to News-O-Matic for Families
These are difficult times for families. Schools are closing to prevent the spread of COVID-19, forcing students and parents to work from...
janine129
- Mar 17, 2020
- 2 min
Free Access to News-O-Matic for Schools and Students
The COVID-19 outbreak has affected students and school communities around the world. Many school districts have suspended classes to slow...
janine129
- Aug 25, 2016
- 2 min
The News-O-Matic Impact: Experiencing the World
Oklahoma teacher Shelly Fryer shares her experience using News-O-Matic with her elementary students.
janine129
- Aug 24, 2016
- 2 min
The News-O-Matic Impact: Media!
Cheryl Wills is the anchor for NY1 News in New York City. Here's what she had to say to News-O-Matic readers in our 1000th edition.
janine129
- Aug 16, 2016
- 2 min
The News-O-Matic Impact: Roamschooler!
Sixth grader Lilian Jochmann traveled the world for a year as a “roamschooler,” reporting on her adventures for News-O-Matic.
janine129
- Aug 15, 2016
- 2 min
The News-O-Matic Impact: Empowering Kids
Liana Rosenman, a 5th Grade teacher in New York, uses News-O-Matic daily as a literacy and global studies resource.
janine129
- Apr 27, 2016
- 1 min
Can we accept that only 37% of high school students read at proficiency level?
News-O-Matic plays a role in mitigating this situation early on by providing the most engaging daily news experience for a young audience.
janine129
- Jul 21, 2015
- 2 min
News-O-Matic Wins World Young Reader Prize
News-O-Matic has won the coveted World Young Reader Prize from the World Association of Newspapers and News Publishers (WAN-IFRA).
janine129
- Apr 30, 2015
- 5 min
Teaching Mindfulness to Reduce Test Anxiety
There are many fun mindful tools that can be taught to your students to keep calm and feel better when they are upset.
janine129
- Mar 17, 2015
- 2 min
News-O-Matic Partners with MetaMetrics
News-O-Matic partners with MetaMetrics to add Lexile measures for real-time current events news stories.
janine129
- Nov 19, 2014
- 4 min
10 Thanksgiving Teaching Tips
Some holiday teaching advice from News-O-Matic's child psychologist, Dr. Phyllis Ohr.
janine129
- Oct 12, 2014
- 2 min
Teacher Review: Lisa Bennett
Lisa Bennett, a 5th Grade Teacher at Van Gogh Charter Elementary, shares her experience using News-O-Matic.
janine129
- Sep 22, 2014
- 6 min
Reaching Out to Anxious Students
What should you do if some students in your class are so intensely shy or worried that their discomfort interferes with their learning?
janine129
- Aug 18, 2014
- 2 min
THE IMPORTANCE OF POSITIVE TEACHER – STUDENT RELATIONSHIPS
Now that you’re starting the new school year, you have the opportunity to build positive relationships with your students from day one.
janine129
- Jun 19, 2014
- 2 min
It’s Summer Learning Day!
What can you do to keep your child learning this summer? Here are our favorite suggestions from the National Summer Learning Association.
janine129
- May 14, 2014
- 2 min
How to Fight Summer Slide
did you know that on average, American children lose one month of their math and reading skills during the summer?
janine129
- Jan 16, 2014
- 2 min
NEWS-O-MATIC ARTICLES NOW INCLUDE A READ-ALOUD FEATURE!
We believe all children should have access to safe, fun daily news. The read aloud feature is one way we can achieve part of this goal.
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- Jan 7, 2014
- 2 min
Why is nonfiction reading important for kids?
Nonfiction is a great way for kids to develop critical thinking and analytical skills and the ability to read and understand complex texts.
janine129
- Aug 12, 2013
- 2 min
Tips for Reading Nonfiction
make sure to keep nonfiction in your child’s life! These tips will help children ease into the process.
janine129
- Jul 29, 2013
- 2 min
How to Nurture a Child’s Love of Reading
We want our kids to be strong readers. But how can we get them to sit down with a book or a newspaper, especially in the summer?
janine129
- Jul 9, 2013
- 2 min
News-O-Matic Wins Best App for Teaching and Learning Award
News-O-Matic has been announced as one of the “Best Apps for Teaching & Learning” by the American Association of School Librarians (AASL).
janine129
- Jul 1, 2013
- 2 min
Learning on the iPad
The iPad is a wonderful tool for elementary-aged children precisely because it caters to many different learning styles children possess.