Free MLK Quote Activity
Do you need an activity to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day? I have created a free MLK quote activity to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and to inspire goodness in your students.
As teachers, we have a lot of influence. The things we teach our students and the ...
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New Year Historical Timeline Activity
New Year Historical Timeline Activity
We throw around the terms BC, AD, BCE, and CE all the time in social studies. But how well do our students really understand the sequence in which historical events take place?
With the new year right around the corner, what better time to practice timelines ...
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Christmas History Activity: Historical Holiday Sweater
Christmas History Activity: Historical Holiday Sweater
Oh, the ugly Christmas sweater... What started out as a staple in the wardrobe of your favorite fourth-grade teacher has now become one of the most trendy traditions of the holiday season. And I, for one, am all for it!
I thought it would be ...
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The Ultimate Guide to Teaching the 13 Colonies
Teaching the 13 Colonies
If you've ever taught history before, you probably know that preparation is key to a great lesson. I would guess that almost every teacher has had an experience where they weren't prepared to teach, and the lesson totally bombs! It's not a good feeling and one that no ...
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Christmas History Activity: Naughty or Nice?
The smell of cinnamon and spruce, the twinkling of lights, a bubbling cup of hot cocoa, sweet melodies ringing in the air. Ahhh... The holidays really are the best time of the year! And, if it's even possible, celebrating the holiday season always seems to be even more wonderful in the classroom. ...
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The Ultimate Guide to Teaching the Age of Exploration
Teaching the Age of Exploration
If you're a teacher, then you are probably familiar with this scenario: you look at your schedule and realize you're supposed to teach about a topic you remember little to nothing about! Especially with U.S. history, you want to make sure you teach your students the ...
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