2024, Professional Development and Social Studies

Keeping PACE with Civic Terms

HistoryRewriter

DECEMBER 5, 2024

This month on The Social Studies Show Adam and I will talk about How to Talk Bridgey a report that shares lessons for using civic terms without alienating segments of your audience. Join us on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 9 pm ET/6PT as we wrap up our second season on EduProtocols Plus. We promise some tasty virtual eggnog.

Civics

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Teaching with Primary Sources in Social Studies

Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Teaching with Primary Sources in Social Studies Feb. 25, 2025 Studies Weekly Its often difficult to connect students to the real-world, real-time applications of events from history and the real people who lived them. For example, most people over 30 can remember where they were on Sept.

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Making Social Studies Fun to Teach | Teacher Testimonial

Studies Weekly

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Making Social Studies Fun to Teach | Teacher Testimonial Nov 07, 2024 Video Transcript Speaker : Manda Rensel, 1st Grade Teacher, PA Tell us why you love Studies Weekly! For the past many years, we havent had a great Social Studies curriculum. Studies Weekly has changed my outlook on history, she says.

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The Missing Piece in Literacy Instruction: Why Social Studies and Science Matter

TCI

MARCH 25, 2025

Elementary education has traditionally focused on English Language Arts (ELA) and mathematics, often at the expense of social studies and science. However, research shows that these content-rich subjects play a vital role in literacy development by building background knowledge, strengthening comprehension, and expanding vocabulary.

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Summer Professional Development Opportunities with TCI

TCI

JULY 9, 2024

This summer, take advantage of TCI’s professional development opportunities to brush up on the latest teaching strategies and earn professional hours. 2024 Back to School Summit Don’t miss the 2024 Back to School Summit on Thursday, July 25, at 9:00 am PT! and Social Studies Alive!

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Strengthening Civic Education: The Role of High-Quality Curriculum and Teaching Strategies

TCI

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

We’ll discuss the findings from state evaluations, the importance of high-quality instructional materials, what defines HQIM in social studies, and how they can transform classrooms into environments that inspire active citizenship. Materials help students engage in learning opportunities like scholars in social studies.

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Picture This: Using Bilateral Drawing to Recenter and Destress

Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Teacher Advocates are only available for classroom teachers currently using Studies Weekly materials. 9 Movement Activities to Try With Your Students September 6, 2024 The post Picture This: Using Bilateral Drawing to Recenter and Destress first appeared on Studies Weekly. They are not available for homeschools.

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Teacher Tips: A Better Way to Think About Social Studies

Studies Weekly

JANUARY 30, 2024

Teacher Tips: A Better Way to Think About Social Studies Jan. 30, 2024 • by Debbie Bagley Some of the best teaching advice I received from my mother, a teacher of 30+ years, was a different way to look at Social Studies. Every subject, discipline, and activity teaches Social Studies.

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A Teacher’s Guide to Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Studies Weekly

MAY 2, 2024

A Teacher’s Guide to Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month May 2, 2024 • Studies Weekly Diverse perspectives strengthen education, according to Heather Singmaster’s EdWeek article from November 2018. They broaden students’ view of history and teach them to respect people from different cultures.

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Professional Development Partnerships with Studies Weekly | Teacher Testimonial

Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Professional Development Partnerships with Studies Weekly | Teacher Testimonial Feb 07, 2025 Video Transcript Speaker : Julie G., 4th Grade Teacher, TX How was your experience with our Professional Development team? I had the opportunity to have a training for Studies Weekly through my district yesterday.

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Blog Template

Studies Weekly

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

5 Classroom Management Tips for Elementary Teachers Sep 17, 2024 • by Studies Weekly Classroom management is such a big part of teaching and has become more critical as students readjust to post-pandemic in-person learning.

Primary Sources

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How to Teach Soft Skills in Elementary School

Studies Weekly

MAY 6, 2024

How to Teach Soft Skills in Elementary School May 6, 2024 • By Studies Weekly In elementary school, students learn and refine an immeasurable number of skills. They develop math, reading, spelling, grammar, and writing skills that teachers measure and monitor.

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Using ESSER Funds Before They Expire on September 30, 2024

TCI

APRIL 2, 2024

While ESSER I and II funding rounds have ended, schools can still use ESSER III funds until September 30, 2024. These resources provide students with engaging activities that reinforce learning objectives while captivating their interest in science and social studies. Explore stories from TCI teachers. Request a sample.

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You Have Primary Sources in Your Family

Studies Weekly

MAY 10, 2024

You Have Primary Sources in Your Family May 10, 2024 • By Studies Weekly Primary sources transport students through history. They help students understand what real people of the past saw, felt, and heard as they lived through the events we study in school.

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Double Duty Teachers

Studies Weekly

AUGUST 2, 2024

The Double Duty Teachers Have Double the Love for Studies Weekly Jul 11, 2024 Video Transcript Speakers: Morgan Mercado and Taylor Wallace, 4th Grade Gifted Education Teachers Morgan Mercado and Taylor Wallace: Hey, I’m Morgan, and I’m Taylor, and we’re the Double Duty Teachers.

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Engaging Students with Studies Weekly | Teacher Testimonial

Studies Weekly

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Engaging Students with Studies Weekly | Teacher Testimonial Sep 06, 2024 Video Transcript Speaker: Elizabeth Spasiano, 3rd Grade Teacher, NJ Elizabeth Spasiano: The reasons that I love using Social Studies Weekly as the teacher are really three-fold. The other reason that I love Social Studies Weekly is the materials.

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3 Ways to Keep Students Engaged When Summer Is Calling

Studies Weekly

JUNE 3, 2024

March 15, 2024 How Studies Weekly Uses Scientific Principles to Innovate Science Teaching March 11, 2024 The post 3 Ways to Keep Students Engaged When Summer Is Calling first appeared on Studies Weekly.

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Teaching about Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

Studies Weekly

APRIL 29, 2024

Teaching about Asian Pacific American Heritage Month April 29, 2024 • Studies Weekly Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is a great opportunity to incorporate culturally responsive teaching into students’ learning experience.

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Possible Sentences Vocab Strategy

Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Categories Corporate Educator Spotlight English Language Arts Lesson Plans Press Professional Development Science Social Studies Studies Weekly Online Summer School Teacher Tips Thinking on Education Tutorials Uncategorized Well-Being Recent Posts Possible Sentences Vocab Strategy February 26, 2024 Lesson 4: How Does Our Government Work?

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Studies Weekly Spotlight: Texas Teacher Shares Passion for Nonfiction

Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

“There are incredibly wonderful web-based programs available – Studies Weekly being my favorite – but the number of sites that districts and schools want a teacher to examine, consider and use becomes, in my opinion, counter-productive due to the amount of time it takes to look into and accommodate them all.”

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How to Make a Z Chart

Studies Weekly

APRIL 9, 2024

9, 2024 • By Debbie Bagley What is a Z Chart? The post How to Make a Z Chart first appeared on Studies Weekly. How to Make a Z Chart Apr. Z charts are a fun and simple way for students to summarize information on a topic. They allow students to practice summarizing and communicating through writing, visuals, and speaking.

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Flipgrid and Studies Weekly

Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

First, you add a group: for example, a Social Studies group to use for Studies Weekly topics. February 26, 2024 Lesson 5: Who Can Run For Office February 26, 2024 Lesson 6: How Do We Choose Leaders? February 26, 2024 Lesson 5: Who Can Run For Office February 26, 2024 Lesson 6: How Do We Choose Leaders?

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Lesson 4: Voting and Elections (Grades 4-5)

Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Related Media: Voting and Elections Article Categories Corporate Educator Spotlight English Language Arts Lesson Plans Press Professional Development Science Social Studies Studies Weekly Online Summer School Teacher Tips Thinking on Education Tutorials Uncategorized Well-Being Recent Posts Lesson 6: How Do We Choose Leaders?

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4 Inspiring Black Humanitarians

Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

13, 2024 • By Studies Weekly History would not be the same without the inspiring lives of Black humanitarians. Learn how Studies Weekly Social Studies can help teach students about history’s humanitarians. 4 Inspiring Black Humanitarians Feb.

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Lesson 8: How Do You Register to Vote (Grades K-3)

Studies Weekly

OCTOBER 15, 2024

9, 2024 • Studies Weekly Objective for the Lesson This lesson will provide some general guidelines and information to help students understand how citizens register to vote. Lesson 8: Know Your Candidates (Grades K-3) Updated Oct. Weekly Summary We understand that in order to vote, you have to be a citizen and at least 18 years old.

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A Look Back at 2023 with TCI

TCI

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Video Activities: We added new video activities for middle school and high school social studies programs. Comprehensive Professional Development This year, TCI released a new flexible professional development experience. In 2024, more features are coming!

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Lesson 4: How Does Our Government Work?

Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

February 26, 2024 Lesson 5: Who Can Run For Office February 26, 2024 Lesson 6: How Do We Choose Leaders? February 26, 2024 Lesson 5: Who Can Run For Office February 26, 2024 Lesson 6: How Do We Choose Leaders? first appeared on Studies Weekly.

Government

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Educator’s Guide to Improving Student Attendance

Studies Weekly

MAY 28, 2024

Educator’s Guide to Improving Student Attendance May 28, 2024 • By Studies Weekly Education in the United States has changed since the 2020 pandemic and still faces many lingering challenges due to the shutdown. Make the school day engaging with hands-on Social Studies , Science , and Health curricula. The New York Times.

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Help Calm your Elementary Students with these Breathing Exercises

Studies Weekly

AUGUST 6, 2024

Help Calm your Elementary Students with these Breathing Exercises Aug 6, 2024 • By Debbie Bagley Focusing your breathing with various exercises can bring a sense of calm and comfort, as well as many emotional and physical benefits. Breathing techniques can be a fun and engaging way to teach students to regulate their emotions.

Heritage

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Why Science Education Matters in Your Elementary School Classroom

Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

26, 2024 • By Studies Weekly Science is a critical part of elementary education. However, science incorporates elements of reading, math, social studies, and more, making it an excellent tool for teaching other subjects concurrently. Why Science Education Matters in Your Elementary School Classroom Feb.

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Lesson 5: Who Can Run For Office

Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

February 26, 2024 Lesson 5: Who Can Run For Office February 26, 2024 Lesson 6: How Do We Choose Leaders? February 26, 2024 Lesson 5: Who Can Run For Office February 26, 2024 Lesson 6: How Do We Choose Leaders?

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Vocabulary Lesson Plan

Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Categories Corporate Educator Spotlight English Language Arts Lesson Plans Press Professional Development Science Social Studies Studies Weekly Online Summer School Teacher Tips Thinking on Education Tutorials Uncategorized Well-Being Recent Posts Lesson 6: How Do We Choose Leaders?

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Lesson 6: How Do We Choose Leaders? (Grades K-3)

Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

January 17, 2024 Beyond Screens: The Benefits of Paper-Based Learning for Elementary Students January 10, 2024 How to Teach Children Goal Setting January 8, 2024 The post Lesson 6: How Do We Choose Leaders? Grades K-3) first appeared on Studies Weekly.

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How Studies Weekly Uses Scientific Principles to Innovate Science Teaching

Studies Weekly

MARCH 11, 2024

How Studies Weekly Uses Scientific Principles to Innovate Science Teaching Mar. 11, 2024 • By Studies Weekly Explore Science is Studies Weekly’s newest K-5 science curriculum.

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Play-Based Learning Activities to Try This Fall

Studies Weekly

OCTOBER 7, 2024

7, 2024 • By Debbie Bagley Play-based learning is a teaching method that gives children opportunities to explore and engage in joyful hands-on activities. Play-Based Learning Activities to Try This Fall Oct.

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10 Summer Tips to Prepare a Great Classroom

Studies Weekly

JUNE 6, 2024

6, 2024 • By Studies Weekly Creating a great classroom involves thoughtful planning and preparation to ensure the space is welcoming, engaging, and conducive to learning. Professional Development Workshops and Training Attend workshops or training sessions now to gain new ideas and strategies for classroom management and design.

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Jigsaw Strategy

Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

February 26, 2024 Lesson 5: Who Can Run For Office February 26, 2024 Lesson 6: How Do We Choose Leaders? February 26, 2024 Lesson 5: Who Can Run For Office February 26, 2024 Lesson 6: How Do We Choose Leaders? Grades K-3) February 26, 2024 The post Jigsaw Strategy first appeared on Studies Weekly.

K-12

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Famous Black Scientists Who Made History

Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Famous Black Scientists Who Made History Feb 8, 2024 • by Studies Weekly Our world would look very different without the scientists who have made breakthroughs in our technology and advanced our understanding of medicine, astronomy, physics, and chemistry.

History

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Phenomena-based Science Instruction Creates Equitable Learning Environments

Studies Weekly

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Categories Corporate Educator Spotlight English Language Arts Lesson Plans Press Professional Development Science Social Studies Studies Weekly Online Summer School Teacher Tips Thinking on Education Tutorials Uncategorized Well-Being Recent Posts What Does the End of ESSER Funding Mean?

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What Does the End of ESSER Funding Mean?

Studies Weekly

JANUARY 17, 2024

The first and second rounds of ESSER funding, ESSER I and ESSER II, are closed, but schools can still spend ARP ESSER III funds until September 30, 2024. Studies Weekly’s research-based K-8 curriculum fulfills this requirement and is a great resource that teachers and administrators can use to close the learning gap.

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What is Universal Pre-K?

Studies Weekly

MARCH 15, 2024

15, 2024 • By Studies Weekly Universal pre-K is a state policy framework to provide every child with a quality, publicly funded preschool education. first appeared on Studies Weekly. What is Universal Pre-K?

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The Science of Reading: Phonemic and Phonological Awareness

Studies Weekly

AUGUST 26, 2024

The Science of Reading: Phonemic and Phonological Awareness Aug 26, 2024 • By Studies Weekly Reading has the wondrous power to transport us across time and space. Learn more about Phonological Awareness and strategies to support structured literacy in our five-part Professional Development webinar series.

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Ways to Increase Student Memory Power

Studies Weekly

MARCH 6, 2024

6, 2024 • By Studies Weekly Every teacher knows the sheer joy that students take in becoming experts on their favorite topics! February 26, 2024 The post Ways to Increase Student Memory Power first appeared on Studies Weekly. Ways to Increase Student Memory Power Mar.

K-12

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Helpful Resources and Tips for Teachers Using Studies Weekly

Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Helpful Resources and Tips for Teachers Using Studies Weekly Feb. 5, 2024 • By Debbie Bagley Whether you are just starting out with Studies Weekly or are a veteran teacher who wants to take full advantage of your publications, we want to make sure that you know about these wonderful resources!

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Keeping PACE with Civic Terms

Teaching with Primary Sources in Social Studies

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Making Social Studies Fun to Teach | Teacher Testimonial

The Missing Piece in Literacy Instruction: Why Social Studies and Science Matter

Summer Professional Development Opportunities with TCI

Strengthening Civic Education: The Role of High-Quality Curriculum and Teaching Strategies

Picture This: Using Bilateral Drawing to Recenter and Destress

Teacher Tips: A Better Way to Think About Social Studies

A Teacher’s Guide to Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Professional Development Partnerships with Studies Weekly | Teacher Testimonial

Blog Template

How to Teach Soft Skills in Elementary School

Using ESSER Funds Before They Expire on September 30, 2024

You Have Primary Sources in Your Family

Double Duty Teachers

Engaging Students with Studies Weekly | Teacher Testimonial

3 Ways to Keep Students Engaged When Summer Is Calling

Teaching about Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

Possible Sentences Vocab Strategy

Studies Weekly Spotlight: Texas Teacher Shares Passion for Nonfiction

How to Make a Z Chart

Flipgrid and Studies Weekly

Lesson 4: Voting and Elections (Grades 4-5)

4 Inspiring Black Humanitarians

Lesson 8: How Do You Register to Vote (Grades K-3)

A Look Back at 2023 with TCI

Lesson 4: How Does Our Government Work?

Educator’s Guide to Improving Student Attendance

Help Calm your Elementary Students with these Breathing Exercises

Why Science Education Matters in Your Elementary School Classroom

Lesson 5: Who Can Run For Office

Vocabulary Lesson Plan

Lesson 6: How Do We Choose Leaders? (Grades K-3)

How Studies Weekly Uses Scientific Principles to Innovate Science Teaching

Play-Based Learning Activities to Try This Fall

10 Summer Tips to Prepare a Great Classroom

Jigsaw Strategy

Famous Black Scientists Who Made History

Phenomena-based Science Instruction Creates Equitable Learning Environments

What Does the End of ESSER Funding Mean?

What is Universal Pre-K?

The Science of Reading: Phonemic and Phonological Awareness

Ways to Increase Student Memory Power

Helpful Resources and Tips for Teachers Using Studies Weekly

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