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English history lessons perfectly suited for US teachers

by Tolo Taylor

Jan 21, 2012

Hi Get full lessons here - including plans, printables, activities, ppts etc - all in one quick download - ready to teach instantly - they are brilliant.

Half price this weekend

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incorporating technology into the social studies classroom

by Amanda R.

Jan 22, 2012

I would like to design a research project for a high school social studies classroom that has each student choose their favorite person in history and compile research using reliable sources on the internet. The second part of the project would have students pick partners and interview each other, with one person being the interviewer and the other...See More

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DonePO1 On 1/22/12, Amanda R. wrote: > I would like to design a research project for a high school > social studies classroom that has each student choose their > favorite person in history and compile research using > reliable sources on the internet. The second part of the > project would have students pick partners and interview each >...See More

Feb 21, 2012

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observer Have you ever heard of Fakebook? It allows your students to create a "fake" Facebook on a historical figure.

On 1/22/12, Amanda R. wrote: > I would like to design a research project for a high school > social studies classroom that has each student choose their > favorite person in history and compile research using > reliable ...See More

Feb 23, 2012

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TOP 5 Sites for Professional-Quality Social Studies Products

by Rebecca

Jan 23, 2012

It can be quite disappointing spending your own money, or your share of your school's annual budget money, on something that does not work out...especially these days when budgets are so tight. Therefore, I have put together a list of the top 5 websites/companies that I've found to be most worthy of my school's money, or my own personal funds, thro...See More

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John Well said, David! I always have a "use it or lose it" budget that I have to spend.

On 1/23/12, David wrote: > I think Rebecca was merely trying to share some sites she felt > were helpful. We all could live without the sarcastic response. > Sure, there are plenty of free resources and ideas on the web. If > you want to spend y...See MoreWell said, David! I always have a "use it or lose it" budget that I have to spend.

On 1/23/12, David wrote: > I think Rebecca was merely trying to share some sites she felt > were helpful. We all could live without the sarcastic response. > Sure, there are plenty of free resources and ideas on the web. If > you want to spend your time looking through thousands of random > ideas for your classroom, often times half-developed and without > much substance, that's your choice. Not saying there's nothing > good out there for free, but for those of us who also give value > to our personal time, we aren't opposed to spending a couple > bucks on something if it's good (especially if it's our school's > money that we either spend or lose out on) to help ourselves and > our students. We'll be at the beach while you're perusing > millions of free sites and pinching pennies. Let me know when you > find something good. Let us know when you find about 100 more > good things that will actually help me get through the year. > Let's plan on meeting back here in a few years from now when > you're done. > > > > On 1/23/12, Kev wrote: >> google.com is free. >> >> On 1/23/12, Rebecca wrote: >>> It can be quite disappointing spending your own money, or >>> your share of your school's annual budget money, on >>> something that does not work out...especially these days >>> when budgets are so tight. Therefore, I have put together a >>> list of the top 5 websites/companies that I've found to be >>> most worthy of my school's money, or my own personal funds, >>> throughout my years of teaching social studies. These are >>> companies which have at some point provided me with >>> professional-quality products and/or resources, and sites >>> that I believe can be very helpful whether you are new to >>> the profession or a teaching veteran. I've tried to rank >>> them in the order that they've been most beneficial for me >>> personally, but each one has something different to offer. >>> Best wishes to all in this field. >>> >>> 1. socialstudiesactivities.com 2. socialstudies.com 3. >>> teachersdiscovery.com 4. teachercreatedmaterials.com 5. >>> performanceeducation.com

Jan 24, 2012

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Kev I hope no peope with real jobs read this thread. People wonder why teacher's get such a bad rap on things like our pensions. Well, wonder no longer. It is because we have the amazing ability to spend money on stuff just because we have to. Yay for us.

As far as free resources, tell me what you want, I'll be all over it. The free stuff just...See MoreI hope no peope with real jobs read this thread. People wonder why teacher's get such a bad rap on things like our pensions. Well, wonder no longer. It is because we have the amazing ability to spend money on stuff just because we have to. Yay for us.

As far as free resources, tell me what you want, I'll be all over it. The free stuff just through the major government resources is significantly better than the "professionally" created stuff. Try Loc.gov. Search for History Scene Investigation.

Shoot, better yet, make your own.

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On 1/24/12, John wrote: > Well said, David! I always have a "use it or lose it" budget that I > have to spend. > > > > > On 1/23/12, David wrote: >> I think Rebecca was merely trying to share some sites she felt >> were helpful. We all could live without the sarcastic response. >> Sure, there are plenty of free resources and ideas on the web. If >> you want to spend your time looking through thousands of random >> ideas for your classroom, often times half-developed and without >> much substance, that's your choice. Not saying there's nothing >> good out there for free, but for those of us who also give value >> to our personal time, we aren't opposed to spending a couple >> bucks on something if it's good (especially if it's our school's >> money that we either spend or lose out on) to help ourselves and >> our students. We'll be at the beach while you're perusing >> millions of free sites and pinching pennies. Let me know when you >> find something good. Let us know when you find about 100 more >> good things that will actually help me get through the year. >> Let's plan on meeting back here in a few years from now when >> you're done. >> >> >> >> On 1/23/12, Kev wrote: >>> google.com is free. >>> >>> On 1/23/12, Rebecca wrote: >>>> It can be quite disappointing spending your own money, or >>>> your share of your school's annual budget money, on >>>> something that does not work out...especially these days >>>> when budgets are so tight. Therefore, I have put together a >>>> list of the top 5 websites/companies that I've found to be >>>> most worthy of my school's money, or my own personal funds, >>>> throughout my years of teaching social studies. These are >>>> companies which have at some point provided me with >>>> professional-quality products and/or resources, and sites >>>> that I believe can be very helpful whether you are new to >>>> the profession or a teaching veteran. I've tried to rank >>>> them in the order that they've been most beneficial for me >>>> personally, but each one has something different to offer. >>>> Best wishes to all in this field. >>>> >>>> 1. socialstudiesactivities.com 2. socialstudies.com 3. >>>> teachersdiscovery.com 4. teachercreatedmaterials.com 5. >>>> performanceeducation.com

Jan 28, 2012

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Socail Studies and Smartboard

by Allen Lekocevic

Jan 24, 2012

What effective ways can one use a Smartboard in the classroom when teaching social studies, and how can one integrate the use of a smartboard in this lesson so that the children can have a hands on expierience to better their understanding of the topic?

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Great way to start new semester

by NJ teacher

Jan 25, 2012

I'm starting the new semester - 8th grade US History I. Does anyone have a different idea for starting the semester? It's not the same as beginning in September when I'm fresh and totally motivated. I feel like I want to start off with something different.

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Alan Change your whole room up --seating wise and desk wise. Take time to go over stuff you did in the fall for management, kids forget . . . Pretend you are starting a new year and find out something about the kids.

On 1/25/12, NJ teacher wrote: > I'm starting the new semester - 8th grade US History I. > Does anyone have a different ide...See More

Jan 28, 2012

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Socail Studies and Smartboard

by Allen Lekocevic

Jan 25, 2012

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Erik S. Hello Allen,

What level of Social Studies do you teach?

On 1/25/12, Allen Lekocevic wrote: > What effective ways can one use a Smartboard in the > classroom when teaching social studies, and how can one > integrate the use of a smartboard in this lesson so that > the children can have a hands on expierience to better &...See More

Jan 26, 2012

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Justin Hi Allen,

A history teacher I observed once used his Smart Board for writing notes on the board that could later be printed out for students in need of IEP accommodations. You could easily integrate a Smart Board into any lesson plan with this in mind. It would be useful for all students to have notes from lectures available at the end of...See More

Feb 21, 2012

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250 full social studies lessons

by Tolo Taylor

Jan 28, 2012

Hi

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Here you can have full history lessons - all inclusive of worksheets, activities, ppts, printables, audio, visual all in one downloadable lesson ready to teach straight away.

Enjoy!!

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Celebrate African American History Month

by Faithe Smith

Feb 1, 2012

Itâ€™s not too late to register for I Ainâ€™t No Three Fifths of a Person: Slavery and the Constitution, our next program produced in partnership with George Washingtonâ€™s Mount Vernon Estate, Museum & Gardens. I Ainâ€™t No Three Fifths of a Person: Slavery and the Constitution explores the reactions and perspectives of key...See More

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Celebrate African American History Month

by Faithe Smith

Feb 1, 2012

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PSYCHOLOGY 2 PRAXIS Help?

by Julie

Feb 1, 2012

Hi all, I am a Spanish teacher considering picking up my certification to teach Psychology. (possible through a Praxis 2 in IN) I also have a BA in Spanish. Any suggestions in regards to preparing for the Praxis 2 in Psych? Julie

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