TCI

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

history instruction is essential for developing informed, engaged citizens who can navigate the complexities of modern society. However, recent studies indicate that many states are falling short of providing students with the educational foundation needed for active civic participation. High-quality civics and U.S.

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Passion for Social Studies

JANUARY 31, 2025

The Vietnam War was a pivotal event in world history. Thankfully, the Vietnam War Lesson and Recent US History Unit are ready to make learning meaningful and planning a breeze! Vietnam to Present US History Test Honestly, making an assessment is tough! Recent US History Unit Planning an entire unit is exhausting.

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Active History Teacher

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

I knew podcasts were a valuable tool for learning, but I needed to find just the right podcasts for my US History classroom. Here are my favorite (so far) podcasts to use in my US History classroom. American History Tellers. It’s definatly for ALL US History classes, not for just AP. Go subscribe for this one!

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History American History Middle School Social Studies 195

Thrive in Grade Five

MARCH 9, 2019

If you’ve visited my blog, you know that social studies is my first love. With that being said, I also enjoy teaching writing and I’m constantly looking for ways to combine writing and social studies. So, this blog post was born. How have these advancements changed American history?

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Dangerously Irrelevant

MAY 31, 2017

Some folks know that I started my education career as a middle school Social Studies teacher in Charlotte, North Carolina. For instance, if I was teaching Social Studies today… My students and I definitely would be tapping into an incredible diversity of online resources.

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4QM Teaching

MARCH 17, 2025

History course that covers 1492-1877. If youre reading this blog you probably know that HQIM stands for High Quality Instructional Materials. Some reported that their kids werent used to thinking this hard in social studies, so there was a bit of a transition period. Today were almost done with a 4QM U.S. Its all there.

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The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

More schools around the country, from Baltimore to Michigan to Colorado , are adopting these content-filled lessons to teach geography, astronomy and even art history. The science and social studies topics should be sequenced so that the ideas build upon each other, and paired with vocabulary that will be useful in the future.

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Passion for Social Studies

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

When teaching US History, there is a strong focus on heroic individuals. The Civil Rights Movement is imperative to teach during any US History course as it significantly transformed the world we live in today. By joining the email list, you will receive freebies for blog exclusive subscribers!

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4QM Teaching

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

In this blog post , Barbara and StandardsWork’s Chief Program Officer Kristen McQuillan describe some lessons from their experience with the high quality literacy curriculum movement that could (and should) apply to social studies. Happy reading!

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Mr and Mrs Social Studies

MARCH 14, 2023

Modern American History Word Wall Have you ever used a Modern American History word wall before? In this previous blog post , we’ve briefly discussed word walls, however, we wanted to give a more thorough guide on how to use them in this post, as well as share examples that pertain to Modern United States history.

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American History History Social Studies Teaching 130

Passion for Social Studies

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

By joining the email list, you will receive freebies for blog exclusive subscribers! Add to cart View cart The post 1980s Game Show appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. Add to cart View cart The post 1980s Game Show appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. Check out these engaging game shows!

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Cultures Social Studies Economics Tradition 130

Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 13, 2020

You can find a great list of web tools on Catlin’s blog. She is a veteran social studies teacher who has taught Sociology, US History, World History, Anthropology, and Psychology. She began writing a blog called “A Blended Learning Journey” to share her experiences implementing blended learning.

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Psychology Sociology Anthropology World History 218

Passion for Social Studies

APRIL 30, 2024

When students think about history, they often talk about the past. While the past does allow us to shape the future, history is more than this. Thankfully, the Civics Decor and Posters and US History Timeline Display help students see how valuable and important they are in society! Civics is a crucial part of history.

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Civics History Government Social Studies 130

Passion for Social Studies

JULY 15, 2024

History Timeline provide amazing educationally rich decor for the classroom. History Timeline provide incredible ways to decorate the classroom. History Timeline for a Classroom Wall This timeline will show students how our world has evolved and grown over time. Add to cart US History Timeline for a Classroom Wall $ 5.00

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Government Civics History Social Studies 130

Passion for Social Studies

APRIL 12, 2024

President Kennedy Station Lesson This station lesson is perfect for accelerating and engaging your US History students! The fast-paced 55-minute station lesson keeps students focused while critically analyzing US History. By joining the email list, you will receive freebies for blog-exclusive subscribers!

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History Critical Thinking Social Studies Government 130

Passion for Social Studies

JUNE 30, 2024

Honestly, there are so many topics to teach in any history course. By joining the email list, you will receive freebies for blog exclusive subscribers! The post Teaching the Cold War appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. While students are naturally engaged in some, others require more planning to hook them in.

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Teaching History Social Studies Economics 130

Passion for Social Studies

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Thankfully, this inclusive US history lesson ensures students understand the US homefront. Thankfully, there are many more to ensure students have a comprehensive understanding of US history! By joining the email list, you will receive freebies for blog exclusive subscribers! End of World War I Lesson $ 6.00

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Passion for Social Studies

JANUARY 14, 2024

Thankfully, these World War II lessons ensure students learn all about this historical period in history. By joining the email list, you will receive freebies for blog exclusive subscribers! The post World War II Lessons appeared first on Passion for Social Studies.

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Passion for Social Studies

AUGUST 12, 2024

Political Socialization Lesson Unfortunately, people are often easily influenced by external factors. It even guides students through the history of political ideology and why they must become well-informed and engaged citizens. By joining the email list, you will receive freebies for blog exclusive subscribers!

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Lesson Plan Government Critical Thinking Social Studies 130

Passion for Social Studies

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The United States has undergone many changes through its rich history. Students will travel through the intricacies of US history as they focus on the 1920s and the Great Depression. By joining the email list, you will receive freebies for blog exclusive subscribers! Court Packing Lesson $ 6.00

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Lesson Plan History Social Studies 130

Thrive in Grade Five

MARCH 16, 2019

Combine Literacy and Social Studies in a Meaningful Way! My students love learning about the interesting historical people and events that shaped our nation but will never show up in a history textbook. Simply enter your name and email address below: Want to save this blog post for later?

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Passion for Social Studies

MARCH 14, 2024

Students across the United States often focus on specific events and people during history courses. By joining the email list, you will receive freebies for blog exclusive subscribers! Add to cart The post Teaching Nixon and LBJ appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. Johnson is crucial due to their impact.

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Teaching Lesson Plan History Social Studies 130

Passion for Social Studies

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

September 11th, 2011, can never be forgotten in history. By joining the email list, you will receive freebies for blog exclusive subscribers! Add to cart The post Teaching September 11th appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. It is a day that changed America and Americans instantly.

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Passion for Social Studies

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Honestly, it is fascinating to see how far the United States has come throughout its rich history. This is the case for political and social reforms. By joining the email list, you will receive freebies for blog exclusive subscribers! Add to cart The post Progressivism Lesson Plans appeared first on Passion for Social Studies.

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Mr and Mrs Social Studies

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

history teacher, you can continue to use these baseball cards throughout the year to correspond with the presidents in office during each unit! If your students need more context about the government, check out our blog post about teaching the U.S. If you are a U.S. Constitution here.

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Middle School Lesson Plan Government Social Studies 130

Passion for Social Studies

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Additionally, students will learn about the trials and tribulations of presidential succession in US History. By joining the email list, you will also receive freebies for blog exclusive subscribers! Add to cart The post Presidents appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. Presidential Succession Lesson $ 5.00

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Lesson Plan Government Social Studies History 130

Mr and Mrs Social Studies

JANUARY 16, 2023

Job Skills in History Classes The ideas previously described work great in a careers class, but what if you teach history, social studies, or even language arts instead? If you are interested, we also have some crucial life skills resources described in this blog post for the first week of middle school.

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Let's Cultivate Greatness

JULY 5, 2023

This helps me keep this blog running. In the five classrooms I’ve had in my career, I’ve discovered the must-haves that make my social studies classes run smoothly. While many of these are universal tips for any middle or high school classroom, several are social studies-specific.

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Social Studies Civics Sociology History 52

The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 1, 2021

They point to dismal scores on national history and civics exams — less than 25 percent scored as proficient — as proof that schools need to spend more time teaching students core facts about our system of government, and warn that civics projects are displacing that instruction. “In Larry Paska, the National Council for the Social Studies.

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Civic Engagement Civics Teaching Middle School 141

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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Heritage Museum Social Studies Artifacts 98

Passion for Social Studies

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

By joining the email list, you will also receive freebies for blog exclusive subscribers! Add to cart The post Sociology Lesson Plans appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. Add to cart The post Sociology Lesson Plans appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. Famous Sociologists Lesson $ 5.00

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Lesson Plan Sociology Social Studies Humanities 130

Thrive in Grade Five

NOVEMBER 10, 2018

Your upper elementary students would not only enjoy the opportunity to have a Thanksgiving feast, but they can also dig deeper into the meaning of Thanksgiving, the history, and the customs. If you’d like to save this blog post for later, simply pin this image to your teacher Pinterest board! Well, you’re partly right….

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Tradition History Social Studies Teaching 130

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Click here to revisit my last blog in this series on using the “Claim-Evidence-Question” routine. History and Social Studies See: Students analyze details of a primary source, like a historical letter or photograph, including date, author, and content.

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Primary Sources History Cultures Cultural Studies 143

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 22, 2023

Click here to revisit my last blog in this series on using the “Connect, Extend, Challenge” routine. Part III: Thinking About Thinking Series This is part three of a five-part series focused on using thinking routines to drive metacognitive skill building.

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Controversial Topics Critical Thinking Cultures Social Studies 131

Thrive in Grade Five

JUNE 30, 2019

You’ll notice that the articles cover current events but they also mix in some history-themed articles. Sign up here: If you’d like to save this blog post for later, simply save this pin to your Pinterest teacher board! The Tween Tribune is an amazing resource for upper elementary teachers. Never any spam ?

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Teaching Archiving History Social Studies 130

ED Surge

JANUARY 18, 2022

Questions about what we can learn from the history of education are familiar to Larry Cuban, a longtime education historian and school reformer. He started his career teaching high school social studies for 14 years. He looks back over nearly a century of change in his new book, “Confessions of a School Reformer.”

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History Public School Social Studies Government 109

Moler's Musing

AUGUST 28, 2024

A Step-by-Step Guide to Designing a 5-6 Day Unit on Native American History: A Collaborative Journey with AI Introduction: As educators, we constantly strive to create units that not only align with educational standards but also address the specific needs and skills of our students—especially those with IEPs.

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American History Geography Local History History 75