Are you tired of the same back-to-school ice-breakers and activities? Or maybe you're looking for meaningful classroom decor that is...

History is multifaceted. It is an exploration of the past while building an understanding of people, cultures, and the connections to our...

Are you hanging onto some of those outdated resources that were left behind by the previous teacher? You know the ones. It’s spring...

Looking to move beyond the outdated social studies textbook? Using primary sources in your World History class provides so many...

Do you hear the grumble and complaints that social studies is so boring? It's most likely that your students haven't yet experienced...

When my students return from winter break, I like to take class time to reflect and set New Years Resolutions. The start of a new year is a great opportunity to have our students review the past 12 months and set attainable goals for the future. And even though the flipping of a calendar doesn't automatically change much (especially in the past few years), taking a moment to pause and reflect, can be really powerful in times of so much uncertainty. I put together this set of

How will I make it to the end of the year? This was a question I often asked myself when I felt completely overwhelmed, inadequate, and...

Exit tickets are a purposeful and reflective way to end class. If you teach bell-to-bell, add in this quick and easy informal assessment...

If you are a social studies teacher, bring this core subject to the forefront with some fun back-to-school items. 1. Social Studies...

One of the most important steps we can take at the beginning of the year is taking the time to build a positive classroom environment where all students feel safe. Fostering a strong social studies classroom community will take time, but laying a sturdy foundation at the beginning of the year is key. Here are some helpful tips. 1. Set Classroom Norms Determine the following: what does your classroom look like, sound like, and feel like? These are great questions to go over wi

Preparing for the school year can be daunting, especially if you are just beginning your teaching journey, or if you are switching grade...

If you are looking for a way to spark curiosity, infuse technology, and integrate critical thinking skills into your World History class...

If you want to move away from an outdated textbook or are in the process of piecing together lessons from the lack of a social studies...

I was on a long road trip recently and had quite a bit of time for teacher PD. I have loved listening and learning from Zaretta Hammond,...

This might sound counterintuitive, but if we want to see real reading improvement, then we need to cut back on ELA and make more room for...

During my first year of teaching, I always felt like my head was barely above water. I was usually just one step ahead of the students....

During my first year of teaching, I stayed late at school most days of the week. I hate to admit it, but sometimes I was at school as...

If you feel overwhelmed by new technology, are adjusting your lessons for digital learning, or simply think you’re “not good with tech,” you’re not alone. Many teachers feel the same way! The good news is that you don’t have to be a tech expert to successfully teach online or use technology in your classroom. Here are practical technology tips for teachers to help you feel more confident, organized, and in control this school year. 1. Overcome Impostor Syndrome As the go-to “

If you are looking for an effective way to communicate with parents that doesn't involve tons of set up or parents signing up for one...

Back to school is an especially busy time. From prepping bulletin boards, laminating activities, analyzing your scope and sequence, plus...