We’re Kevin Bird and Kirk Savage, two educators with a shared mission: to provide teachers with practical, research-driven tools that make a real difference in K-12 classrooms. Since 2005, we’ve been developing resources to support meaningful learning and assessment. On SavageBird Learning, you’ll find our widely-used assessments—the ANIE for numeracy, ALIE for literacy, and SaRA for social responsibility—available for free download to help make assessment a seamless part of student growth.

Our journey in educational publishing includes three books: The ANIE: Math Assessment (2014), which explores accessible math assessment strategies; P.L.A.N. for Better Learning (2015), a guide to purposeful lesson design and planning; and our newest release, The SNAP Solution (2024), a collaborative project building on ANIE’s foundations to offer fresh insights and practical tools.

Explore, download, and join us in creating impactful learning experiences for every student!

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