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Unique Electorate and Presidential Facts to Explore in the Classroom
November 14, 2024
Reading Time: 6 minutes This past election day, Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States. Following his unsuccessful run for the ...
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Teaching Balanced History in a Polarized World: Empowering Educators with C.O.R.E., H.E.A.R.T., and AI
November 7, 2024
Reading Time: 6 minutes Political tensions and polarization are having a direct impact on our social studies classrooms. Having spent decades as a social studies ...
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10 Impactful Reads for Educators this Native American Heritage Month
November 1, 2024
Reading Time: 6 minutes Celebrating and recognizing Native American Heritage Month is essential, as it provides an opportunity to honor the history, culture, and contributions ...
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Historical Halloween Facts to Incorporate in the Elementary Classroom
October 24, 2024
Reading Time: 5 minutes Halloween is a time of costumes, candy, and spooky decorations, but its origins and history are rich with fascinating facts that ...
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The Anxious Generation: How Phones and Social Media Are Impacting Our Youth
October 17, 2024
Reading Time: 4 minutes I’ve been a proponent of using digital technology in schools for decades. For me, this included allowing students to use cell ...
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Memes and More: Leveraging Social Media in the Social Studies Classroom
October 9, 2024
Reading Time: 4 minutes Social media: it’s frequently the object of students’ focus and the bane of our existence as teachers. How our students interact ...
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Unearthing the Past: How Recent Archaeological Findings Are Bridging the Gap in Classrooms Today
October 5, 2024
Reading Time: 3 minutes Archaeology has always been a fascinating field, offering glimpses into the lives of our ancestors and the evolution of human civilization. ...
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Teaching Elections in Today’s Challenging Environment: The Storypath Approach
October 2, 2024
Reading Time: 4 minutes In today’s polarized political environment, teaching about elections can be a delicate challenge. Educators often face concerns from parents or administrators ...
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Empowerment Through Advocacy: A Brief History of the Disability Rights Movement
September 29, 2024
Reading Time: 4 minutes Throughout history, individuals with disabilities have faced societal barriers, discrimination, and marginalization. However, their resilience, determination, and advocacy efforts have led ...
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Empowering Future Voters: Essential Resources for Teaching About Voting and Civic Responsibilities
September 20, 2024
Reading Time: 3 minutes In today’s rapidly evolving world, educating young minds about the importance of voting and their general responsibilities as citizens is more ...
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