Lessons that get kids’ brains sweating.
Welcome to Byrdseed! I'm Ian Byrd and I help teachers write lessons that get kids' brains sweating! This site is almost 13 years old and is packed with 493 articles! The best way to dive in is through the mailing list.
My Favorite Techniques to Differentiate
My favorite (actually useful) methods for taking lessons to the next level. You're sure to find something that will work for what you're teaching.
Examples of Differentiated Lessons
Tired of vague, hand-waving explanations about how to write lessons for advanced students? Browse a few hundred specific examples right here.
Get Started With Depth and Complexity
A powerful framework for differentiating that works with all content, works with all ages, is easy to get started with, and gives you room to grow. Seriously!
Beginner Pack!
If I could go back in time to visit myself as a Year One Teacher, here are the handful of articles I'd bring him!