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Easy Thanksgiving Activity: A Virtual Field Trip About Plymouth Colony
The days leading up to Thanksgiving break can be hectic for teachers. Between shortened schedules, assemblies, and excited students, finding something meaningful yet low-prep can feel like a challenge. I've created a ready-to-go virtual field trip experience that lets students travel back in time to the early 1600s to learn the history and significance of Plymouth colony from multiple perspectives. In this Plymouth Colony virtual field trip, your students will visit historic

Michelle McDonald
Nov 13


How To Teach Thanksgiving And Plymouth Colony Accurately
As we approach the season of giving-thanks and reflect on the story of Thanksgiving and Plymouth Colony, it’s vital that educators take time to teach this chapter of American history with accuracy, nuance, and respect. The popular narrative of Pilgrims and Native Americans sharing a meal and being friends, while appealing, often leaves out deeper truths, multiple voices, and the complexity of what truly happened. Here is how you can use a virtual field trip to teach Thanksgi

Michelle McDonald
Nov 4


Ready-to-Go U.S. History Reading Passages On Presidents And First Ladies
Are you looking for classroom-ready U.S. history content that’s perfect for differentiated instruction, morning bellwork, or independent...

Michelle McDonald
Aug 6


Teach Your Students About the Crazy Horse Memorial: An Important U.S. Landmark
Do you teach a thematic unit on U.S. landmarks or symbols? I want to encourage you to add an important monument to your list--the Crazy...

Michelle McDonald
Nov 7, 2023


Exploring Jamestown's Rich History: A Virtual Field Trip for Upper Elementary Students
When I was teaching upper elementary, I was always on the lookout for engaging and educational social studies activities. If you are...

Michelle McDonald
Oct 3, 2023


Immerse Your Students in California Mission History with a Virtual Field Trip
Are you searching for an interactive way to teach your students about the history and cultural significance of the California Missions?...

Michelle McDonald
Sep 12, 2023


How to Go Beyond the Outdated Textbook to Teach the Lewis and Clark Expedition
As educators, we strive to provide our students with rich, diverse, and engaging learning experiences that go beyond the confines of...

Michelle McDonald
Aug 22, 2023


Step Back in Time: A Virtual Field Trip to the Dust Bowl
Technology has opened up endless possibilities for education, including virtual field trips. As a teacher, you have the opportunity to...

Michelle McDonald
Jul 11, 2023


Explore the Tracks of History: A Virtual Field Trip on the Transcontinental Railroad
Virtual field trips have become a popular way for educators to provide students with engaging and interactive learning experiences,...

Michelle McDonald
Jun 27, 2023


US History Gilded Age Interactive Activity to Spark Engagement & Curiosity
I don't know about you, but I find that students are especially intrigued when we learn about the Gilded Age. Maybe it's the glitz, glam,...

Michelle McDonald
May 16, 2023


Experience History: Titanic Virtual Field Trip for Grades 5 through 7
Take your students on a virtual field trip to learn all about the RMS Titanic! Enhance your social studies lessons with an interactive...

Michelle McDonald
Mar 28, 2023


10 Resources for Celebrating Women's History Month in Your Classroom
As we celebrate Women's History Month during the month of March, here are 10 helpful resources to help you uplift and celebrate the contributions of women in history. These are resources you can reference all year long, so be sure to bookmark this page. Women's History Month Website This is an excellent resource hub as you can find primary sources compiled from the Library of Congress, the National Archives, the National Art Gallery, and much more! Zinn Education Project If

Michelle McDonald
Mar 14, 2023


10 Helpful Resources for Teaching Black History in Your Classroom All Year
James Baldwin said, "Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced." As I am writing this, it...

Michelle McDonald
Feb 8, 2023


Resources for Celebrating National Native American Heritage Month in the Classroom
November is National Native American Heritage Month. This designation was passed by Congress and President George H.W. Bush in 1990. Native American Heritage Month is a designation to recognize that American Indians are the original inhabitants of the lands that make up the United States. Native American Indians have made and continue to make an essential and unique contribution to our country. While November is a great time to celebrate and uplift the contributions of Native

Michelle McDonald
Nov 1, 2022


Engage Your Students with Virtual Field Trips to the 5 U.S. Regions
Do you teach the U.S. Regions or the 50 states? If you're looking for a low-prep and well-rounded activity, I've created a set of virtual...

Michelle McDonald
Sep 27, 2022


Observing Constitution Day 2022 in Your Classroom with a Collaborative Poster
Constitution Day and Citizenship Day is a civic holiday that is observed annually on September 17 in the United States. This day was set...

Michelle McDonald
Sep 6, 2022


Resources for Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This is a great opportunity to uplift the contributions and rich history of...

Michelle McDonald
May 5, 2022


Free Lesson for Celebrating Arab American Heritage Month in the Classroom this April
As someone of Lebanese descent, Arab American Heritage Month is especially meaningful as we uplift and celebrate the contributions of...

Michelle McDonald
Mar 31, 2022


Take Your Students on a Free Virtual Field Trip to the Golden Gate Bridge
Take your students on a virtual field trip to California to tour the Golden Gate Bridge! Using a combination of Google Earth™ 360-degree...

Michelle McDonald
Mar 16, 2022


Teach the California Gold Rush From Multiple Perspectives in 4th Grade
The California Gold Rush is viewed by some historians as a positive period in U.S. history with an economic boom that gave rise to the...

Michelle McDonald
Jan 18, 2022
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