Thrive in Grade Five

AUGUST 19, 2023

Having a little time at the end of class is something my students look forward to because they have an opportunity to do fun five minute social studies activities. If you want a ready-to-use, engaging set of 5 Minute Social Studies Activities , I’ve got you covered! That’s a classroom management nightmare. ?

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 5, 2020

A September 2020 study from the Thomas B. Fordham Institute found that elementary school students who studied more social studies, including geography, history and civics, scored higher on fifth grade reading tests. Credit: Jason Bachman/Flickr. of a standard deviation higher, on average.

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Dangerously Irrelevant

JANUARY 6, 2021

As someone who grew up in the Washington, D.C. suburbs and whose parents worked for the federal government, today’s events have been… challenging.

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Social Studies Civics Government History 145

NCHE

JUNE 25, 2023

The social studies standards focused on African American history, recently approved by the Florida Board of Education, sanitize historical acts of violence against Black Americans. The post NCHE Board of Directors Statement Regarding the Florida Social Studies Standards appeared first on ncheteach.org.

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NCHE

APRIL 21, 2023

The social studies standards recently approved by the South Dakota Board of Education did not adequately take into account the expertise of its teachers. The post The NCHE Board of Directors Statement Regarding the South Dakota Social Studies Standards appeared first on ncheteach.org. Download the statement here.

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History Tech

AUGUST 28, 2023

I don’t want kids to hate social studies. The answer is. no, no you can’t. So enjoy this re-mix of a post from a couple of years ago. ———————– Okay. Let’s be clear about that from the get go. I also think […]

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History Tech

AUGUST 14, 2023

I was on a quick Zoom call the other night when of the high school teachers casually mentioned that his first day back with students had gone pretty well. Seriously!? Cue the jaw drop. I’m always a little bit shocked when I hear about districts that crank up during the first few days of August […]

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Social Studies High School Primary Sources Lesson Plan 100

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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C3 Teachers

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Engaging with inquiry in the social studies classroom can feel like stepping onto a tightropebalancing time, standards, and student needs all at once. Collaborate around Curiosity Social studies inquiry thrives when collaboration is part of the processeven more so when it sparks curiosity in students.

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Moler's Musing

AUGUST 25, 2024

These findings suggest a need for targeted instruction and practice in these critical literacy skills to enhance students’ overall comprehension and analytical abilities in social studies. Next, I asked AI to develop some themed days that we could devote to working on these skills.

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Social Studies 72

TCI

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Social studies is more than just a subject—it provides the foundation for understanding and engaging with the world around us. According to the National Council for Social Studies (NCSS) , social studies is the integrated study of social sciences and humanities to promote civic competence.

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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. The guide summarizes five years of research on civic language and can help teachers facilitate more productive classroom dialogue.

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Civics Social Studies Research Professional Development 246

A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

You will hear from a science teacher, a social studies teacher, and an art teacher as each provides her take on how the Common Core and 21st Century learning goals affect what goes on in the classroom. Click HERE for description of the assignment. Common Core Standards Addressed: WHST.9-10.6;

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Museum Archiving Social Studies History 309

Passion for Social Studies

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Add to cart The post MLK vs Malcolm X appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. Martin Luther King vs Malcolm X Lesson $ 6.00 Add to cart Civil Rights Timeline Project $ 5.00 Add to cart United States History Review Packet $ 15.00

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TCI

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Building a toolbox of teaching strategies can help educators meet the needs of students and bring social studies to life. This hands-on approach ensures that students are not just absorbing information but actively applying and exploring it, making subjects like social studies more meaningful and memorable.

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Social Studies Teaching Professional Development Geography 52

HistoryRewriter

APRIL 8, 2024

Please join us on April 18, 2024, at 6 PT/9ET on The Social Studies Show when we talk about writing instruction with Josie Wozniak, the host of the ELA EduProtocols show and creator of the 3XPOV & 3XGENRE EduProtocols. What is the appropriate balance between teaching writing skills and Social Studies content?

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Education Week - Social Studies

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The sources students consult, the kinds of arguments they make, differ from history to economics to geography.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 22, 2013

It enriches students’ lives by offering computer and real-life skill instruction delivered through comprehensive projects in the subject areas of science, history and social studies. VR Quest™ is a fun and educational project-based learning (PBL) model that integrates fully immersive Virtual Reality technology.

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Critical Thinking Project-Based Learning Educational Technology Elementary School 349

HistoryRewriter

JANUARY 17, 2024

Adam Moler and I will kick off the second season of The Social Studies Show on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at 6 PT/9 ET. Here is a free book preview that guides teachers on how to integrate interdisciplinary instruction with ELA and Social Studies. Take a look at these elementary school lessons.

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Social Studies Elementary School History Research 208

Mr and Mrs Social Studies

APRIL 12, 2022

If you’re interested in more vocabulary activities, check out our blog post on 8 Social Studies Vocabulary Activities. Are you looking for some new teaching ideas to engage your students in your social studies class? The post 5 Vocabulary Activities for Middle School appeared first on Mr and Mrs Social Studies.

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Middle School Social Studies Teaching 130

HistoryRewriter

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The day features a special focus on math, English Language Arts (ELA), science, and social studies. Don’t miss this chance to learn directly from EP experts on how to implement EduProtocols easily into your classroom practices. What makes this professional learning so exceptional?

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Museum Professional Development Social Studies Teaching 246

Passion for Social Studies

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Add to cart The post US History Projects appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. 1920’s and Great Depression US History Test $ 4.00 Add to cart US History Review Games $ 10.00 Add to cart US History Timeline for a Classroom Wall $ 5.00

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History Primary Sources Critical Thinking Social Studies 130

NCHE

MARCH 25, 2024

After Jessica Ellison invited me to participate in a conversation about how academic historians might be of use to K-12 teachers, I did a little research: I asked teachers at our state social studies council what they most needed for their work. The answers were clear: time and confidence, they said.

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The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Steve Graham, a national expert in writing research at Arizona State University, along with two researchers at the University of Utah, decided to review all the studies and found that the writing-to-learn theory is solid. “As Learning gains from writing were nearly identical in math, science and social studies.

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Social Studies Tradition High School Research 145

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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Civics Teaching Civic Engagement Social Studies 98

Cult of Pedagogy

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Slideshow Landmarks Don’t Look Behind You Magic Elevator Game 1: Slideshow Slideshow is a great game for students to recall and re-interpret literature, social studies, and science content. Science: 8th graders studying cells name different types of cells and make a pose demonstrating their function.

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Geography Social Studies Pedagogy Library 259

HistoryRewriter

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

If you would like to learn more about using The Hero’s Journey EduProtocol join us this Thursday, February 15th on The Social Studies Show on EduProtocols Plus at 9pm ET/6pm PT. This means that teachers who use these strategies consistently can expect to see more than two years of academic growth with their students.

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Pedagogy Social Studies History Research 234

Mr and Mrs Social Studies

MAY 24, 2022

Whatever version you decide to use, each one comes with a title page and four rule cards covering the following: Be Prepared Be Punctual Be Present Be Polite Around the World Skyline Posters If you are a world history or social studies teacher, these world skyline posters can help transform your walls or bulletin boards!

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Heritage Social Studies World History History 130

Passion for Social Studies

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Add to cart The post Teaching the Progressive Era appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. Progressive Era Project $ 6.00 Add to cart Progressive Reform Lesson $ 6.00 Add to cart Progressive President Lesson $ 6.00

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Mr and Mrs Social Studies

MARCH 14, 2023

Are you looking for some new teaching ideas to engage your students in your social studies class? If so, you’ll love our FREE guide: 5 Creative Projects to Ignite Student Engagement in Your Social Studies Class. These activities have both printable and digital options and can work for any social studies subject!

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American History History Social Studies Teaching 130

Mr and Mrs Social Studies

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Are you looking for even more new teaching ideas to engage your students in your social studies class? If so, you’ll love our free guide: “5 Creative Projects to Ignite Student Engagement in Your Social Studies Class.”

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Middle School Social Studies Research Teaching 130

Mr and Mrs Social Studies

JUNE 23, 2022

Are you looking for some new teaching ideas to engage your students in your social studies class? If so, you’ll love our FREE guide: 5 Creative Projects to Ignite Student Engagement in Your Social Studies Class. These activities have both printable and digital options and can work for any social studies subject!

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Social Studies Teaching 130

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 11, 2024

Kim, a reading specialist, and other researchers had developed two sets of multi-year lesson plans, one for science and one for social studies. The remaining 15 elementary schools in the district continued to teach their students as usual, still delivering some social studies and science instruction, but not these special lessons.

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Learning Science Charter School Lesson Plan Social Studies 145

Passion for Social Studies

JANUARY 18, 2024

Add to cart The post 5 Ways To Create Positive Parent-Teacher Relationships appeared first on Passion for Social Studies. You might also like this to give you time back to foster positive parent teacher relationship United States History Course $ 200.00 Add to cart AP US Government Course $ 200.00

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ED Surge

MARCH 26, 2024

He still has that concern, but as he stepped back to think about it, he also saw a way to “leverage” the tool for a goal he had long fought for — to help bring social studies education, and especially the teaching of civics, to broader prominence in the nation’s schools. He has long argued that U.S.

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Civics Controversial Topics Education Social Studies 133

History Tech

AUGUST 13, 2024

After last week’s post about back to school social studies activities, I had a bunch of people ask about using Connections in their classrooms. today, a bit more detail. Most mornings a pretty much the same for me. Quick scan of the news feed and then straight over to the […]

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Social Studies History EdTech 145

History Tech

JULY 19, 2024

Both the book and SHEG outlined a social studies instructional concept, that at the time, was pretty revolutionary. Sam Wineburg, SHEG’s founder, one year earlier had published a book titled Thinking Historically and Other Unnatural Acts: Charting the Future of Teaching the Past. Inquiry-based learning. […]

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