4 Ways to Implement IXL Science in Your Classroom
As the year draws to a close (already?!) and you begin planning for the upcoming semester, we have some tips on how to get started with IXL’s new science content. IXL is designed for a variety of...
View ArticleLet It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
‘Tis the season to be jolly, so IXL volunteers hosted a holiday breakfast at Haven Family House on Saturday, December 7th. The Haven House is part of the InnVision Shelter Network, which provides...
View Article4 Ideas to Incorporate IXL Social Studies in Your Lessons
No matter what your style of teaching, IXL fits with your lesson plans! We previously shared some ideas for implementing IXL science in your classroom, and now we’d like to suggest some ways to engage...
View ArticleCongrats to the More Than Math Referral Contest Winners!
Congratulations to the winners of IXL’s More Than Math referral contest! Last month, we invited teachers already using IXL Math to refer their colleagues to try out IXL Language Arts. Referring...
View ArticleCheck Out the All-New IXL iPad App!
The latest version of the IXL app is packed with fun new features that create an immersive, engaging, can’t-get-enough learning experience. Download or update the IXL app today on the App Store to...
View ArticleMeet IXL’s Science Experts!
Have you tried out IXL’s newest subject, science? (If not, go for it—you can practice 20 questions a day for free!) Today, we’re getting to know the team of content developers that created our science...
View ArticleMeet IXL’s History Buffs!
We recently launched IXL social studies, which we hope you’ve had a chance to try out, and now we’d love for you to get to know some of the people who helped create it! We asked our social studies...
View ArticleOver the River and Through the Woods: 5 Tips to Travel with Kids
Traveling can be stressful at the best of times, not to mention during the frenetic holiday season. But never fear—with a bit of preparation and a positive attitude, you can enjoy the trip to Grandma’s...
View ArticleIntroducing Language Arts for 1st Grade!
We’re ringing in the new year with a new grade level – language arts for 1st grade! Plus, more language arts and math skills in other grades – keep reading to learn more. 1st Grade Language Arts We’ve...
View Article“I Have a Dream”: Lesson Plans for MLK Day
MLK Day is almost here, and aside from relishing the prospect of a day off, we want to take time to remember the extraordinary man who inspired this holiday. So, we’ve gathered up some ideas for...
View ArticleTwo Trains, Traveling in Opposite Directions… Word Problems and the Math...
Math fluency is a nagging problem in our schools nationwide, but there are some surprisingly tangible actions we can take to close the gap. Kevin Baird, the Chairman at the Center for College &...
View ArticleBlack History Month: Free 2nd and 3rd Grade Lessons Available to Download
February is Black History Month, a perfect time to highlight the contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout our nation’s history. Bobbi Bear, an IXL Training Specialist, has put...
View ArticleHow to Implement IXL with an RTI/MTSS Model
We’re back with another entry in our Administrator Blog Series! If you haven’t yet, make sure to check out last week’s post on word problems and the math fluency gap. This week, we’re talking about...
View ArticleWhen the Weather Outside Is Frightful, Keep Students Learning with IXL
Snowstorms are in full force, and so are snow days! While it’s important for everyone to stay safe and off the roads, the interruptions to the regular school schedule can make keeping on track with...
View ArticleHow IXL Can Save You Time with the EngageNY Curriculum
Do you use EngageNY math in your classroom? Are you struggling to complete all the necessary lesson components during your instructional time? We’ve enlisted the help of IXL Training Specialist Lauri...
View ArticleSuper Bowl Party Ideas Sure to Keep the Kids Entertained
As you prepare for the festivities this weekend, it can be tough to think of ways to keep kids happy and entertained during the long game. Whether you’re rooting for the Panthers or the Broncos, or...
View ArticleFeeding the Hungry with a North Carolina Food Bank
January 30th was just a typical Saturday for some, but not for a group from the IXL Raleigh office! Clad in bright teal shirts, our group of 5 was accompanied by several other groups from local...
View ArticleMake the Most of EnVision Math with IXL Practice
Did you know IXL provides textbook alignments for the EnVision Math series? We talked with IXL Training Specialist Kelly Oh to get the inside scoop on how easy it is to incorporate IXL into your lesson...
View ArticleIXL Adds Over 200 Skills Across All Subjects!
We’ve got some exciting news for you! In our efforts to make IXL the most comprehensive and fun learning experience around, we’ve added over 200 new skills across all our subjects. Read on to find out...
View ArticleAlgebra for All—With Help from IXL
Algebra teacher Tammy Rhymer has high expectations for her students. “You don’t get a pass just for attending in my room,” she says. But how do you teach algebra to every student when many of them...
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