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Looking for HS Soc.St. teacher in conservative area of US

by Monty

Jun 13, 2018

I teach 12th grade Government in deep blue San Francisco. I want my students to be exposed to a broader range of political views than I can find in my classroom. I am looking for a Social Studies teacher in a conservative part of the US to partner with. My idea is for us to have our students have moderated discussions or debates on current politica...See More

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Looking for United States History Year Overview (8th Grade)

by Thomas

May 30, 2018

Hi folks,

First time poster. I hope your school years have been going well.

I'm a old timer who has suddenly realized that I'm not reaching the students of today. I need to revamp my 8th Grade curriculum BIG TIME!

So, I'm looking for any help you may have to offer. What topics do you focus on during the year? I sure have...See More

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Need help with Literature of Chicago project

by bruppfam

May 8, 2018

We need to make a presentation about the crime rate in chicago, need an interview with someone that can be considered an expert

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Help!!!

by Adam

Apr 29, 2018

I have my students doing waste management....and to help them make meaning to their research I have them playing out scenarios made from issues that occur. Have I done the right thing in this or is there another path that I can take?

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Fun Activities for US History?

by nathanliu91

Apr 10, 2018

Anyone have any good US History resources/activities for students who struggle with textbooks and worksheets?

I've heard good things about Pixorize (https://youtu.be/v9-b-TBwo68) and Albert (albert.io), but wanted more recommendations. Thanks!

Populism and Progressivism 0 - Overview: US History Review

Accompanying image at https://pixorize.com/viewer?id=1480. Remember images over words to learn about the Populists and Progressives. Created by two Ivy Leagu...

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History repeating itself--yesterday and today

by Gayle Rosengren

Aug 8, 2017

The current situation with North Korea bears a striking resemblance to the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962. For anyone teaching social studies, I'd like to suggest a visit to my website, where I've posted a great deal of background material about the missile crisis--from the video of Kennedy's speech on Monday, October 22st to actual daily headlines f...See More

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bcaipen I have been talking a lot about this topic in my current events mini lessons I do every Friday. You bring up some good points! I like how you connected it to the Cuban Missile Crisis. I have talked to my students about that connection as well. I will search your name and check out your site to see how you connected these ideas in a lesson! Thanks.

Jan 18, 2018

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Canadian geography and Culture

by kara

Aug 31, 2017

I am grade 5 teacher in Alberta. To teach geography of Canada I would like to send a teddy of some kind to each territory and province and hear about your culture and important things about your province is anyone interested? I will send your class a teddy and letters, you then send the teddy back with a picture and a letter about your province.

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Pearson American History 2016

by teacher96

Jul 15, 2017

My district just purchased this series. I have not had a social studies text for the last 7 years, so I'm looking for pros, cons, how you use it, what you like, what you don't like, etc. Thanks so much!

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Ancient Civilizations

by K

Oct 15, 2016

I was just switched over to 7th grade social studies at a new school due to overcrowding. I have never taught Social Studies before, and, I am teaching on a cart; going from room to room, trying to get class started while battling daily every technological glitch that pops up as I am trying to connect to the smartboard/internet/projector. I get lo...See More

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AngieL I'd check different state department of education's teacher tabs. Also google specifically and add "for teachers." You'd be surprised at all the great things teachers post on their school websites or wiki spaces pages. Also try Horrible Histories and Crash Course History on YouTube to spice things up.

Jun 9, 2017

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