Our most popular stories of 2021 reflect what resonated with you during a turbulent year, from systemic issues like equity and mental health in schools, to the finer points of rethinking outdated literacy practices, and the latest research on the secret classroom management techniques of expert teachers. What else made this year’s list of top reads? We talked to esteemed psychology professors Angela Duckworth and Ethan Kross about how to bolster executive function in teens and tweens (hint: offer opportunities to practice, fail, and then practice some more). Our video team explored how middle school teacher Shana V. White uses art to bring students’ identity into the classroom, allowing them to understand their own biases and build respect for peers. Meanwhile, while a share of our content is written by professional journalists, a large portion is penned by educators and school leaders. Among the most popular articles in this category: math teacher Alexis Tamony advocated for grading...