We’re excited to welcome professional educators and homeschoolers to share original, high-quality blog posts on LearnLikeThis.com. Whether you have innovative lesson plans, ed-tech reviews, curriculum design tips, or student success stories, your expertise can help our audience of teachers, administrators, and families thrive.
What We’re Looking For
- Fresh Ideas on Relevant Topics on education including homeschooling, classroom management, differentiated instruction, assessment strategies, educational technology, family engagement, and more.
- Subject Expertise driven by real, first-hand experience in science, technology, or any field you write about.
- Strong Writing in clear, polished English—proofread your draft and consider tools like Grammarly or Hemingway to minimize errors.
- Collaborative Spirit: be open to working with our editors and making revisions.
- Unpublished & Original content only—previously published articles won’t be considered unless you’ve discussed them with us first.
- Engaging Structure: use clear headings, bulleted or numbered lists, and concise paragraphs.
- Reading Time & Length: at least a 3-minute read (≈500 words); ideal posts run 750–1,500 words, though shorter pieces may be accepted at the editor’s discretion.
- Assets: rights-cleared images or graphics (≥1,200 px wide) with descriptive alt-text.
- SEO & Accessibility: craft a compelling headline, weave in relevant keywords naturally, and follow accessibility best practices.
- Standards Compliance: all submissions must meet our Terms & Conditions, Diversity & Equity Standards, and these content expectations.
Before You Submit
- Get Approved
Submit your pitch and social media links via the application form. Once you’re vetted and added as a contributor, you’ll receive submission access and guidelines. - First Pitch
Include a working title, a 2–3-sentence summary, and a 3–5-point outline—about 150–200 words (1,000–1,200 characters) in your application.
Submission Guidelines
- Full Draft
Submit your article in draft form (Word or Google Doc). Do not publish directly to the site. - Author Details
- 50–75-word bio and a high-res headshot.
- Up to two links to your site or social profiles, plus links to your primary social channels.
- Links Policy
- Up to two internal links to LearnLikeThis.com.
- Up to two non-promotional external links (no affiliate or self-promo).
- Format
Editors will collaborate with you to review, edit, and then publish on your behalf. - Response Time
Expect a decision within 2–3 weeks.
How We Choose
Our editorial team evaluates:
- Relevance & Value
- Clarity & Quality
- Originality & Fresh Perspective
- Accuracy & Rigor
- Author Credibility
Submission ≠ Selection
Submitting doesn’t ensure publication. Only approved, edited drafts will be scheduled. Declined submissions can be revised and resubmitted. Meeting guidelines doesn’t guarantee acceptance; we prioritize what best fits our editorial calendar.
What’s In It for You
- Amplify Your Voice to a focused K–12 audience
- Build Your Portfolio with a byline on a trusted education site
- Boost Your Visibility via a do-follow backlink
- Connect with Peers in our contributor community
- Professional Growth through editorial feedback
- Ongoing Opportunities for series, features, and future paid work
Content Expectations
- 100% Human-Crafted: no AI-generated text (AI images OK if labeled).
- No Clickbait: honest, clear headlines and intros.
- Relatable Tone: skip dense academic jargon—write for real educators and families.
- Inclusive & Respectful: zero hate speech or discriminatory language.
- Editorial Collaboration: your draft will be refined by our editors—embrace the process.
Unacceptable Content & Rule Violations
Submissions that breach these standards will not be published:
- Copyright Infringement: unpermitted use of images or media.
- Harmful or Unverified Claims: misleading health, safety, or legal advice.
- Hateful or Discriminatory Language targeting any protected group.
Visit to https://www.learnlikethis.com/rules to read the complete rules.
Editorial Guidelines
- Demonstrated Expertise & Authentic Voice
- Clear Value & Reader Impact
- Genuine Respect for All Educators
- Fresh, Non-Derivative Perspective
- Strong Writing & Craftsmanship
- Appropriate Length & Structure
- Thoughtful Use of Images & Formatting
- Honest, Accurate Titles & Visuals
- Safe-for-School Content Only
- English-Language Submissions (at this time)
- No Copyrighted or Uncredited Media
- No Unverified or Harmful Claims
- No Hate Speech or Discrimination
- No Clickbait or Misleading Hooks
- No Low-Value, Derivative, or Promotional Content
- No Misinformation or Spam
Thank you for considering LearnLikeThis.com. We look forward to your contributions and to working together to deliver exceptional content for our community!