Assessment in education isn’t just about grades, it’s about insight. For K–5 teachers, choosing the right types of assessment can transform your instruction. You have purview into student needs, the ability to address misconceptions, and tools to spark measurable growth. This guide breaks down four of the most common types of assessment in elementary: diagnostic, […]
Month: July 2025
The Truth About AI in Classrooms: What K–5 Teachers Should Really Know
There’s a lot of hype around AI for educators today. New AI-based solutions are popping up daily around the world with lofty promises. Understanding what AI-based solutions for elementary teachers can (and cannot) do is the first step in finding tangible value with AI in classrooms. This blog will share perspective into what AI in […]
The #1 LMS for Elementary Students (and Why It Matters)
Imagine you are a 9-year-old building a birdhouse. You begin by opening up your birdhouse kit and find it filled to the top with items. Countless specialized tools, multiple smaller boxes with tiny labels on them, and full-size boards that need to be cut to size. As you take a closer look, you realize the […]
Behind the Scenes: Expanding Access with a Regionalized Content Library
Behind the Scenes at Seesaw – hear from product and design on the research and process that goes into making Seesaw purpose-built for elementary. Introduction At Seesaw, we’re on a mission to support joyful, meaningful learning everywhere. That means designing tools that meet teachers and students where they are—across languages, regions, and instructional goals. Over […]
12 Reasons to Choose Seesaw as Your Trusted and Secure AI Tool
AI tools for classrooms are everywhere, but finding secure AI tools for elementary classrooms that protect student data is essential. AI tools can be a great help to classrooms. Giving teachers back time, automating tasks, and enabling more accessible learning opportunities. With each promise for good, educators have to carefully consider the costs. How are […]
What’s New in Seesaw
The Seesaw team is excited to be able to provide powerful solutions to classrooms around the world. Explore the new instructional tools and time-saving enhancements now available in Seesaw to help you manage your classroom more efficiently. Our What’s New page also includes information about what we are working on here at Seesaw. Is there […]
The Age of AI Needs Teachers More Than Ever
Thoughts written from Sara Romero-Heaps Seesaw Connect Keynote Artificial intelligence is everywhere, including classroom, but AI tools that amplify teaching are most effective when guided by educators.. Educators are tuned into how this will impact education. Families are concerned about how this will impact their children. These are real, valid feelings.. There’s no shortage of […]
What You Should Be Thinking About When Choosing an LMS for Elementary Learners
Today’s schools rely on learning management systems (LMS) to streamline instruction, grading, and communication. In the past, most were designed for high school or college students who are independent, text-driven, and technology literate. Elementary learners were left out. Our littlest learning is fundamentally different. They require developmental support, engaging visuals, intuitive navigation, and frequent connections […]