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Summer Reading Resources: Journals, Author Studies, and More
March 27, 2026
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Summer break doesn't have to mean a reading break. The research is clear: students who participate in summer reading consistently over the summer maintain their skills, and students who don't often return in the fall behind where they left off. The National Summer Learning Association estimates that students can lose up to two months of…
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A tech coach toolkit for getting the Kami family off the ground this year
A tech coach's toolkit for rolling out Kami App, Companion, and Book Creator this year: certifications, training, and ready-to-share resources.
July 14, 2026
3 min read

Getting started with Kami Companion for back to school
What Kami Companion means for your classroom this year, how to use it well from day one, and how to get your team access if you don't have it yet.
July 14, 2026
3 min read

Getting started with Kami App for back to school
A first-week setup guide for Kami: create your account, build your first assignment, teach students the tools, and find training that lasts all year.
July 14, 2026
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Getting started with Book Creator for back to school
A back-to-school setup path for Book Creator: create your account, get certified, find training resources, and build a workflow that scales.
July 14, 2026
3 min read

Back-to-school activities for elementary students that build community fast
Free back to school templates for elementary classrooms: journals, social stories, and goal-setting tools ready to remix in Kami and Book Creator.
July 14, 2026
3 min read

Back to school activities for secondary students that earn buy-in fast
Free back to school templates for middle and high school classrooms: get-to-know-you pages, class books, and student portfolios ready to remix.
July 14, 2026
10 min read

April Classroom Resources: End-of-Year Energy That Actually Inspires
April brings state tests, spring restlessness, and the first real conversations about wrapping up the school year. These April classroom resources from the Book Creator and Kami libraries to help you channel that energy productively, from test prep support to reflection and celebration. How to use: Remix any Book Creator classroom resource template into your…
March 31, 2026
3 min read

Summer Reading Resources: Journals, Author Studies, and More
Summer break doesn't have to mean a reading break. The research is clear: students who participate in summer reading consistently over the summer maintain their skills, and students who don't often return in the fall behind where they left off. The National Summer Learning Association estimates that students can lose up to two months of…
March 27, 2026
3 min read

What is Kami Companion? A teacher guide to accessibility across the web | Kami
What is Kami Companion? Its the Universal Report for learning! Watch this webinar to find out more!
March 4, 2026
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AI feedback for teachers: faster, more meaningful comments | Kami
What is Kami Companion? Its the Universal Report for learning! Watch this webinar to find out more!
February 26, 2026
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Changes to State Testing in New York
A summary of the State Education Department’s memo to schools On June 1, 2022, the New York State Education Department (NYSED) announced its plan to join 48 other states and transition to computer-based testing (CBT) for students in Grades 3–8. The process will start with mandatory ELA, math, and science CBT for students in grades…
November 3, 2023
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5 Collaborative Classroom Activities You Can Do in Kami
Whether or not you use Jamboard, Kami is the digital whiteboard for you. The education community woke to the news that Google Jamboard will soon start winding down. Teachers and students who love using the Google platform will now be considering their options. Look no further than Kami. Google Jamboard is a collaborative digital whiteboard…
September 29, 2023
3 min read
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