Sequencing Strategies
May 6, 2015
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What is history without dates? But more importantly, do your kids know how different events relate to each other? Can they see relationships between the
Revving Up Writing
April 28, 2015
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If your kids are anything like my kids – they HATE TO WRITE! Do you get work samples like this? My first year of teaching,
Headline News Summary
April 23, 2015
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Summarization is a key concept that many students struggle with – regardless of grade level. This summarization strategy works with both upper elementary through junior
Frayer Model – Vocabulary Instruction
April 19, 2015
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Academic vocabulary instruction is hard for both students and teachers! Especially all of the vocabulary that is required for Social Studies. Many of our students
Diamante Poem
April 17, 2015
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I absolutely love using poetry in Social Studies! It is a great way to integrate language arts skills when you are pressed for time. Use