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A haunted house but... It’s just your students yelling 6-7 mid lesson 👻

Meet Cassie, the star of our recently updated ADHD topic on BrainPOP 3-8. This new version is grounded in the latest research and shared through Cassie’s lens to help learners see themselves, their classmates, and their unique learning journeys. While ADHD may not appear in every curriculum, it does appear in every classroom. And that’s exactly why BrainPOP exists: to build background knowledge that helps kids make sense of both the world around them and the world within them. Read the full story: https://brnpop.co/4hwsz4x

Students today have access to endless information at their fingertips, however, it doesn’t mean they know how to use it effectively. It takes consistent practice to flex those critical thinking and research muscles.

BrainPOP is taking a break... A social media break, that is, and we think you should too 😉 To celebrate Digital Citizenship Week (Oct 20–24), join us by swapping endless scrolling for impactful learning and showing students how small choices online can make a big difference offline. Explore BrainPOP’s Digital Citizenship lessons and activities to help learners reflect, connect, and practice mindful digital habits that last a lifetime. Start here: https://brnpop.co/47wQkpA And we'll see you next week 👋

Today's students are navigating a world characterized by an ever-evolving digital landscape. To thrive in this environment they require a robust set of skills that empower them to adapt, innovate, and contribute meaningfully. The "Portrait of a Graduate" framework recognizes this and outlines key competencies—such as critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and digital citizenship—that are essential for this generation's success in college, careers, and civic engagement.

We are excited to welcome Paul Johansen as BrainPOP's new Chief Product Officer. Paul brings more than 20 years experience delivering product and technology innovation in B2B SaaS for K-12 education. His deep expertise and proven track record in driving product innovation in education technology make him the ideal leader to shape our next chapter – helping us to further empower educators to create joyful, meaningful connections that spark curiosity, build confidence, and drive lasting learning for all students. Welcome to the BrainPOP team, Paul! 🧡🤖

Digital Citizenship is more than a one-week celebration. It’s a year-round commitment to helping students navigate digital spaces with confidence and care. Even though today’s learners are digital natives, they still need consistent practice to flex those critical thinking muscles. And educators know the stakes are real. In fact, states nationwide are doubling down on digital citizenship education to equip students with healthier, more responsible relationships with technology. Our latest eBook is your go-to resource for sparking those meaningful conversations about digital responsibility and creating a classroom culture built for future-ready learners. 🔓 Unlock your copy: https://brnpop.co/4q0mMbl

#AI literacy is a must-have in today's digital citizenship curriculum. From daily tech interactions to future impacts—let's prepare our students to navigate and shape their digital world responsibly and safely.

The more background knowledge students have, the more connections they can make between what they know and what they don’t... Giving students better opportunities to: 💭 Comprehend new information, because they have a larger framework to connect new ideas to existing understanding. 🧠 Engage in critical thinking because they have the necessary knowledge to analyze, evaluate, and synthesize information. 🙋 Actively participate in discussions and feel more confident in asking questions and joining activities.

Sometimes there are no words to describe how amazing educators are.