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Teaching with Primary Sources in Social Studies

Studies Weekly

Teaching with Primary Sources in Social Studies Feb. The attacks on 9/11 affected millions of people, and informed much of the public policy in action today but for these children, that event is history. To connect students to important historical events that have shaped America and the world, we often must go to the source.

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Easy Ideas for 5 Minute Social Studies Activities

Thrive in Grade Five

That’s a classroom management nightmare. ? Whiteboard Example Student Example Idea #2: Make Primary Source Connections! After using a primary source text or image with your students, ask them to make a couple of connections. Allow students to pair up and discuss the primary source used in class.

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Where to Find Stuff on tah.org: Document Page

Teaching American History

When our site pops up in the search results, and they click on our site, they see that we have thousands of primary source documents, many accompanied by introductions and study questions. The more information you have, the better. Most teachers discover our database when searching for a specific document. in the TAH bookstore.

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10 Summer Tips to Prepare a Great Classroom

Studies Weekly

Community Areas Welcome Area Create a welcoming area near the classroom entrance where students can see positive messages, daily schedules, and class information. This area can include your gathering rug, morning board, and information about job helpers and birthdays. This area sets the tone for all you do and learn together.

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Help Calm your Elementary Students with these Breathing Exercises

Studies Weekly

Breathing exercises to try As a Studies Weekly Teacher Advocate , I love to pass along information that can benefit you too. Students can then use these exercises any time they need to refocus and feel peaceful. I have loved researching and trying fun techniques to recenter and regulate emotions.