Happiness

What makes us happy?

YES! Recommends: Americans Who Tell The Truth

posted Dec 21, 2011

Americans Who Tell the Truth spotlights 170 portraits of truth tellers—people who fought for all people's rights with courage and determination—to teach students of all ages not only about their heritage, but also to stand up for what they believe in.

Curriculum & Resources: Journey Into Dyslexia

posted Nov 23, 2011

You’ve probably taught a student with dyslexia—and were perplexed on how to help. This film shows successful adults who see their dyslexia as a unique gift.

Sunni Brown: Doodlers, Unite!

posted Nov 23, 2011

Visual thinking specialist Sunni Brown will convince you that doodling boosts comprehension and creativity. So, step away from the doodler!

Steve Jobs' 2005 Stanford Commencement Address

posted Oct 25, 2011

There’s nothing like a college drop-out telling tales of getting fired and being diagnosed for cancer to fire up your students—and you—to pursue their passions. Especially when the speaker is the late Steve Jobs.

Weathering Walker's Storm: Staying Positive in Wisconsin

by Jean Abreu

posted Oct 25, 2011

Jean Abreu talks candidly about Wisconsin Governor Walker's legislation, and how her school community in Wisconsin pulled together to protect what they worked so hard to create.

YES! Recommends: The Legacy Project

posted Oct 25, 2011

At a time of economic uncertainty—when your students are wondering about their future—the Legacy Project might serve as a compass to help them create their lives, connect to others, and change their world.

Powerful Voice Winner Bronson Afong Essay on "Blessings Revealed"

by Bronson Ho’omaikai Afong

posted Aug 10, 2011

Bronson, our Powerful Voice winner, is a student at Blanche Pope Elementary in Oahu, Hawaii. He read and responded to the YES! Magazine article, "Blessings Revealed" by Puanani Burgess. Read Bronson's essay on how his gifts help keep his Hawaiian culture alive.

Horses as Healers

by Lorna Shepardson

posted Jun 09, 2011

What do you do with a teenager who’s angry, depressed, disconnected, or all of the above? Lorna Shepardson knows a magical gift horses possess that can help bring young people from the depths of darkness to a glimmer of self-confidence. This is Lorna’s story.

Curriculum & Resources: Sleep Lessons and Bees

posted Jun 01, 2011

With final exams under way, many students and teachers are undoubtedly getting little sleep. And, what’s the buzz about bees? The following teaching resources dive into the science and psychology of the importance of sleep, and why bees are critical to our food supply.

You Can’t Ignore Me Any Longer

posted Apr 14, 2011

Street artist JR brings art to improbable places, creating projects that force us to really see each other.

Get Your Skysight On!: How to Change the Way We Perceive the World

by Daniel Dancer

posted Apr 12, 2011

Oregon artist and teacher Daniel Dancer helps young people understand how animals, Earth, and humans are connected. By being part of a human painting, students are instilled with the power to change the world and protect endangered species.

Getting Inside the Heads of Students With Asperger Syndrome

by Dan Coulter

posted Feb 09, 2011

How do you help a student with Asperger Syndrome discover his strengths and thrive in the classroom? Dan Coulter helps teachers understand what goes on inside the head of a student with Asperger Syndrome.

Sir Ken on Changing Paradigms

posted Feb 09, 2011

Sir Ken Robinson does it again! In this brilliant RSA Animate video, the creativity expert uncovers the link between drop-out rates, dwindling support of the arts, and ADHD.

Words That Inspire: It Couldn’t Be Done

posted Feb 06, 2011

There are few things that motivate young people more than to be told that something can’t be done. High school student Ashe Jaafaru reads "It Couldn't Be Done", a poem by Edgar Albert Guest.

Exemplary Essay on "Life's Best Lessons Are Outside the Classroom"

by Peter Hasle

posted Feb 06, 2011

Peter Hasle, a student at Shoreline Community College in north Seattle, Washington, read and responded to the YES! Magazine article, "Life's Best Lessons are Outside the Classroom" by Daniel Fireside. Read Peter's essay on how he took back his education.