
DBQs for Students and You
By Kristi Grubaugh, Contributing Teacher – I still remember the first time I showed a class a copy of the Declaration of Independence. The wonder
By Kristi Grubaugh, Contributing Teacher – I still remember the first time I showed a class a copy of the Declaration of Independence. The wonder
“Now What? It’s the end of the year, they have taken away my textbooks, the testing season is over, now what do I do with
Testing season got you down? Betsy Potash has some great ideas to keep you and your students motivated! As the testing season approaches, teachers face
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
I am so glad to have Pamela Zupo from ZoopDog Creations sharing her wisdom about teaching middle school students. “What do you do for work?”
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.