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Teaching about Coronavirus in an Elementary Classroom

With the outbreak of COVID-19, you might be looking for an age appropriate way to discuss the spread of infectious disease. If you teach...

Teach World War I Trench Warfare with a Gallery Walk Stations Activity

Are you teaching World War I, and looking for ways to have your students analyze primary sources? Maybe you're hoping to have your...

A Comprehensive Unit for Teachers New to Teaching World War One

Teaching World War I for the first time can seem a bit daunting, especially if you aren't provided with resources or materials. As...

The Hiding Place by Corrie ten Boom Comprehensive Book Study

This comprehensive book study for The Hiding Place includes chapter-by-chapter quizzes and reading responses, plus additional historical...

Use Primary Sources to Engage Students in Learning about the Civil Rights Movement

As educators, we should be teaching Black history throughout the year—not just during the month of February. Black History Month should...

The History of Halloween for Kids

Looking for non-spooky Halloween lesson plans? How about a look at the history of Halloween! This is a great cross-curricular way to...

Ancient Egypt Unit Through the Lens of Pharaohs and Queens

When studying Ancient Egypt I believe that it is important to recognize that the pharaohs and queens were instrumental in nearly every...

5 Learning Game Websites for Your Social Studies Class

I'm always on the lookout for ways to utilize technology in my classroom in a meaningful way. Today, classrooms are moving into more tech...

Tips for an Effective Gallery Walk in your Social Studies Class

Are you looking for a new way to get your students out of their seats and engaged with your social studies content? Gallery Walks are a...