How Have You Used Our Student Editorials as Mentor Texts? An Invitation to Teachers...
Kabby Hong, an English teacher in Wisconsin, shows his students how essays like “In Three and a Half Hours, an Alarm Will Go Off,” a 2015 contest winner, not only make a tight argument, but do so with voice and style. He says the varied verbs in the first paragraph alone — “drag,” “plop” and…
Introduction to ‘Student Opinion Questions’
Every school day we post a new question that invites students to read a Times article and respond with their own ideas. Teachers tell us it is a good opportunity to practice writing for an authentic audience. Some of our questions ask students to make an argument, while others invite personal writing. They range in…
Our 6th Annual Student Review Contest
But many of the things you once had to experience in person, you can now experience online, and you can review any of those that fit into the categories of expression outlined above. Stream a theatrical performance, visit a virtual art gallery, watch dance on YouTube or laugh at comedy on Zoom. Remember, your digital…
Film Club: ‘She’s an Honors Student. And Homeless. Will the Virtual Classroom Reach Her?’
5. After you have posted, try reading back to see what others have said, then respond to someone else by posting another comment. Use the “Reply” button or the @ symbol to address that student directly.Allia Phillips was excited about picking up an iPad from her school in Harlem last week. She did not want…
Student Winners From Our 2019 Editorial Cartoon Contest
Climate change, Hong Kong, immigration, and of course, President Trump, are all popular topics in this year’s contest. Enjoy the insightful commentary in these winning cartoons.
Test Student Blog
There is nothing more exhilarating than being around people who exude the energy of endless possibilities. These kinds of people are needed in our lives if we wish to see what is attainable. When we surround our environment with people who believe in the harshness of life we are drained of energy and vitality. Therefore,…
Over 140 Picture Prompts to Inspire Student Writing
Think The New York Times is only for readers at a high-school reading level? Think again. Besides written articles, The Times also offers a rich collection of visuals — photos, illustrations, graphics, GIFs and short videos — that are accessible to learners of all levels. Since 2016, we’ve been featuring these images in our daily…
Should Schools Be Allowed to Censor Student Newspapers?
Does your school have a student newspaper? If so, do you read it or write for it? What purpose do you think it serves in your school? If not, do you wish your school had one? Why or why not? Do students have free rein to write what they want in your school newspaper? Should…
Weekly News Quiz for Students: New Zealand Shooting, College Admissions Scandal, Student Protests
How well did you follow the news this past week? How many of these 10 questions can you get right?
