
Why Study History?
As a classroom teacher, you often get hit with that question – usually within the first week of school by a student who “Does Not
As a classroom teacher, you often get hit with that question – usually within the first week of school by a student who “Does Not
I am from the generation when vocabulary was taught by each student taking out a sheet of paper, copying the new words and writing
Every teacher is a multi-tasker. You are listening to one group, keeping an eye on another group, assessing if the information you are providing is
By Kristi Grubaugh, Contributing Teacher – I still remember the first time I showed a class a copy of the Declaration of Independence. The wonder
Technology in the classroom can be both a blessing and a curse! When technology is used correctly, it can enhance a lesson and provide multiple
Music. It’s a component in most of our daily lives. On the way to work, in the gym, with friends, on the
The Holocaust can bring about many emotions in an individual. When teaching this topic, it is important to remember that this lesson should
If you are anything like me, you saw “Hidden Figures” and FELL IN LOVE! I was so excited to see the way Katherine Johnson, Dorothy
When I started using lap books with my students, I noticed a real difference in their engagement. They were connecting with the material on a
One of my favorite units I do for United States history centers on Andrew Jackson. He’s such a rich historical figure that there is plenty
Create a mini-book with your students over the Bill of Rights and the Principles of Government. Your students can make this book in under 10 minutes, and then you can use it for review with a variety of games.