tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-47016711724454126722024-03-14T01:22:34.525-07:00The Teacher's PrepUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger73125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701671172445412672.post-700865843780678182023-11-12T11:49:00.000-08:002023-11-12T11:49:29.688-08:00Thanksgiving Holiday Lesson Ideas for Middle School Students<p><span style="letter-spacing: 0em;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0em;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLASzBwEhW_OfqwwAbSUBMyBwZylBzdaY3_vkP7qMLjc3Szz2x4LsuftB2PT9PlIf0SaHFMao_FT9OHKp5TzptJnKsC-87LWI6XREL7aTCXFFbu_jkqH0_t7QpOMGdm438J2tXztcpvIGwy6_SdXNUsxNYMehJvzSje7o11PiRNqw7AlEntP1wqIA94pn4/s1539/Thanksgiving%20Blog%20Header.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="985" data-original-width="1539" height="406" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLASzBwEhW_OfqwwAbSUBMyBwZylBzdaY3_vkP7qMLjc3Szz2x4LsuftB2PT9PlIf0SaHFMao_FT9OHKp5TzptJnKsC-87LWI6XREL7aTCXFFbu_jkqH0_t7QpOMGdm438J2tXztcpvIGwy6_SdXNUsxNYMehJvzSje7o11PiRNqw7AlEntP1wqIA94pn4/w634-h406/Thanksgiving%20Blog%20Header.png" width="634" /></a></span></div><span style="letter-spacing: 0em;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0em;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large; letter-spacing: 0em;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large; letter-spacing: 0em;">Welcome to the season of gratitude and giving thanks! Engaging Thanksgiving activities aren't just for elementary students anymore. Middle school students can join in on the fun! As Thanksgiving approaches, teachers have a unique opportunity to teach their students about the history of the holiday and its significance in American culture. Here are some fun and educational ideas just for you!</span></div></span></span><p></p><div><span><span 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style="font-size: large;"><b>Idea #1:</b> Consider teaching your students about the origins of Thanksgiving and the history surrounding the creation of the Thanksgiving holiday in the United States. An easy, no-prep option is <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/The-History-of-Thanksgiving-Web-Quest-10482861" target="_blank">The History of Thanksgiving Web Quest</a></b>. You can print it out or assign it digitally. All your students need is access to the internet! They'll watch two brief YouTube videos and visit kid-friendly websites to learn about the story of the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag people and their celebration of the harvest in 1621. They'll also explore the history of Thanksgiving as a national holiday, including its declaration by President Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War and the involvement of presidents like George Washington and Franklin D. Roosevelt in the establishment of the holiday. Finally, students will learn about the debate surrounding the first Thanksgiving and understand common customs and traditions associated with the holiday. At the end, you can ask your students to compare and contrast the origins of Thanksgiving with their own family traditions, if you wish!</span></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large; letter-spacing: 0em;"><b>Idea #2:</b> Explore the cultural significance of food! Thanksgiving is a holiday that is centered around food. You can teach your students about the cultural significance of food and how different cultures celebrate with food. Encourage your students to share their own family traditions and recipes. Top it off with a fun Thanksgiving feast or party in your classroom if you have the time!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large; letter-spacing: 0em;"><b>Idea #3:</b> Create a gratitude journal. Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude and reflection. Encourage your students to create a gratitude journal where they can write down things they are thankful for. This can be a great way to help them develop a positive mindset and foster a sense of gratitude.</span></p></div><div style="direction: ltr; line-height: 1.4; margin-left: 0px;"><p><span style="letter-spacing: 0em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Idea #4:</b> Consider incorporating a service project or community activity into your Thanksgiving lesson plans. Encourage your students to give back to their communities by volunteering at a local food bank or homeless shelter, or by collecting donations for those in need. Alternatively, you can talk to your principal and choose a volunteer activity to improve your school community! This will help your students understand the importance of gratitude and giving back, and encourage them to make a positive impact in their communities.</span></span></p></div><div style="direction: ltr; line-height: 1.4; margin-left: 0px;"><p><span style="letter-spacing: 0em;"><span style="font-size: large;">Thanksgiving is a great opportunity for teachers to engage their students in meaningful discussions about history, culture, and community service. Leave a comment if you tried one of these activities or have a favorite that I didn't mention! </span></span></p><p><span style="letter-spacing: 0em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></p></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701671172445412672.post-86190305237956589512023-09-27T06:00:00.001-07:002023-09-27T06:00:00.137-07:00Easy Ideas for a Classroom Newsletter in Middle School<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrLUCf68OGi_ZLR-Z0LL320lsToiVizrsPGKQ6dX9wSjjSqrfveCZdrvKGUhhVx5WAcoB6-wPTjTJDLF2qBMYU7_JDUYUroiw-b-FlKh5s62FWmnoQ4ql86UQFvw9dqUEePzoOCfiXWU0nL2s4YUlzXINelQPOpZXUz1WAKETyd0CtUCg4GKT9b4ROreQ0/s600/the%20best%20videos%20(2).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="600" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrLUCf68OGi_ZLR-Z0LL320lsToiVizrsPGKQ6dX9wSjjSqrfveCZdrvKGUhhVx5WAcoB6-wPTjTJDLF2qBMYU7_JDUYUroiw-b-FlKh5s62FWmnoQ4ql86UQFvw9dqUEePzoOCfiXWU0nL2s4YUlzXINelQPOpZXUz1WAKETyd0CtUCg4GKT9b4ROreQ0/w641-h214/the%20best%20videos%20(2).png" width="641" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div>As teachers we are BUSY. Between teaching, lesson planning, grading, meetings, extra duty assignments...you name it...teachers do it! A vital part of teacher and student success in a classroom is something that can easily get pushed to the wayside...regular parent/guardian communication. With the use of email, communicating with families is easier than ever before.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;">Here are three tips to make communicating with families a breeze:</span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><b><span style="font-size: large;">Tip #1 - Send Your Newsletter Electronically</span></b></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;">Stay out of that copy room, my friend! Regular (weekly, bi-weekly or monthly) communication with families doesn't need to be printed out and sent home with students unless a student's family doesn't have access to the internet or email. You can simply write your message in a mass email (don't forget to BCC parent emails!) or use a template, save it as a PDF and attach it to your email. </span></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;">Speaking of templates...</span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Editable-American-History-Newsletter-Templates-for-Parent-Communication-9787796" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="198" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsLr_w9HvPCE-sPPJAzZXz6nxZQ1nlrJ3jPF3qgZE-IQlR4SM4sP5UuTq45cndFtPzXRmpByITZti8f2pSJyfN0n6L9YeBmNNw5risY3MKsZEHWQsHj914DM-p0jv79ZivdRdbbcCEoJ69KQ23k8b8sfQJ9bhDRgmfBwfASCb6IXwLuQcRLsj8M1uQlHc5/w198-h198/1.png" width="198" /></a></div><b><span style="font-size: large;">Tip #2 - Use a Newsletter Template</span></b></div><div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;">Design your own template in Canva, Microsoft Word or Google Docs or use some templates specifically designed for Social Studies teachers teaching Ancient History or American History (<b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Teachers-Prep/Category/amp9999-Back-to-School-151692/Search:newsletter" target="_blank">check them out here!</a></b>) to expedite the process of designing professional-looking newsletters. If you'd rather not take the traditional newsletter route, a simple email will be perfect!</span></div></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><b><span style="font-size: large;">Tip #3 - Fill the Newsletter with AWESOME</span></b></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;">Each newsletter you send should serve a purpose...sometimes multiple purposes! A positive, uplifting and timely newsletter can promote a positive relationship between the teacher and families. Not sure what to include in your newsletter? Keep this list handy and choose a few each time!</span></div><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div><span style="font-size: medium;">1. Upcoming due dates</span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;">2. Recent class activities</span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;">3. Student work samples</span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;">4. Upcoming test dates</span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;">5. Study strategies</span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;">6. School-wide events</span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;">7. Donation requests</span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;">8. Student Spotlight</span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;">9. Supplemental activities</span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;">10. Helpful blog posts</span></div></blockquote><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Challenge yourself to send one newsletter or email update to your students' families within the next week. It is truly amazing to see the positive benefits of regular contact with families!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Happy Teaching!</span></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Editable-Ancient-History-Newsletter-Templates-for-Parent-Communication-9786989" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmGD4tDE-993UUS58fxFHOiwCfdZwUd_KmnIJ7WBCv96-MpThfafBDumWMO6MaFVFm2sBKW7Bz91_NEkyCVrqsC5TFASPlfZDFtWhtp96cbHnpRgxYFWug7kiFoi-LCFH_4gFZ6Qt8wGUZ40a7hNjMPqYGlPw6jB99n-zAQ9rqOZAcVdfS7ik6YehctAHs/s320/2.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701671172445412672.post-26969377457841324842023-09-13T06:00:00.001-07:002023-09-13T06:00:00.154-07:00A Classroom Favorite: Historical Thinking Skills Web Quest<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://theteachersprep.ck.page/dba3b81100" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="600" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjph8dzBjKdnpM56G5stTAcJJ0Ae1Pa27Fn1fqjTi4FJ8LncZHpEeN1Ke65TkLT7erhNgOk28ISgqpKpff8rHH_xUJ_xjB9jm-ImGJnAh5l7fYVRjdSC1biXjcLTWgoZR8YV2M5Fmqr6oWHyf6q8qXXMs75UDbqLMve35JTdvn7v_JRS0RyUXqxVkcqPrIJ/w637-h214/the%20best%20videos%20(1).png" width="637" /></a></div><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;">I love creating engaging activities for students which bring history to life in my classroom. Before my middle school social studies classes dive into the study of history in depth, we always start off the year with a unit about historical thinking. Students learn about the differences between primary and secondary sources and how to analyze historical documents. These basic skills will be a significant part of our units of study throughout the year, so it's an important topic to teach at the start of the school year!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">One of the activities I <b>love</b> to use with my students is a <b><a href="https://theteachersprep.ck.page/dba3b81100" target="_blank">Historical Thinking Web Quest</a> (click the link!)</b> which you can download for <u>FREE</u>! </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>What is a web quest?</b> A web quest is a digital scavenger hunt. Students use multiple types of sources on the internet to discover answers to questions. It's a great way to introduce new concepts or review previously learned material.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">In the <b><a href="https://theteachersprep.ck.page/dba3b81100" target="_blank">Historical Thinking Skills Web Quest</a></b>, students will visit two websites and watch a YouTube video to learn about the differences between primary and secondary sources, understand how to analyze historical documents and even practice their skills by analyzing a famous painting from American history! There's also a Check Your Knowledge section at the end that prompts students to review their new knowledge of historical thinking skills.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Oh...AND the free download includes a printable PDF and a link to a Google Slides version as well for all my techy teachers. :)</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">I absolutely love working alongside amazing Social Studies teachers like you and I can't wait for you to try this web quest in your own classroom! </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Happy Teaching!</span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701671172445412672.post-8670988642302841992023-08-30T12:53:00.000-07:002023-08-30T12:53:13.447-07:00YouTube Videos for Teaching Geography and Map Skills<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMUDfCtw4n-PR4iFH-NWrfaRwZjqFNmO7u7hWBg1EfVHpXhKG4dysB89n5T5S1P-8tBfsMkxognUNmO71RUcmjtdkb3scDAWsb65Tp_yoW2bc5i_8zFLqWCHi8JCEQ-alrawHdCvNDWahsVZmXdBfdd62WV5nIyMoyAQCTv9jL5n8avby_NnrQftMOECwJ/s600/the%20best%20videos.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="600" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMUDfCtw4n-PR4iFH-NWrfaRwZjqFNmO7u7hWBg1EfVHpXhKG4dysB89n5T5S1P-8tBfsMkxognUNmO71RUcmjtdkb3scDAWsb65Tp_yoW2bc5i_8zFLqWCHi8JCEQ-alrawHdCvNDWahsVZmXdBfdd62WV5nIyMoyAQCTv9jL5n8avby_NnrQftMOECwJ/w639-h214/the%20best%20videos.png" width="639" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: medium;">I love finding ways to utilize helpful videos during lessons in my middle school classroom. One of my earliest units in the year is <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Geography-and-Map-Skills-Unit-Bundle-8259343" target="_blank">Geography and Map Skills</a></b>. Here are some of my favorite videos on YouTube that keep my students engaged and enrich the concepts they are learning and practicing in school! </span></p><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Pursuit of History: Types of Maps</span></b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="364" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/JXjn8kJDxY0" width="437" youtube-src-id="JXjn8kJDxY0"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Crash Course: What is a Map?</span></b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="361" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/iHEMOdRo5u8" width="435" youtube-src-id="iHEMOdRo5u8"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Pursuit of History: Map Skills</span></b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="375" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0z9_t8DMk5k" width="451" youtube-src-id="0z9_t8DMk5k"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><b><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">The Singing History Teachers: The Map Features Song</span></b></div></b><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="366" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/A4GMno9p4g4" width="441" youtube-src-id="A4GMno9p4g4"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">BrainStuff - How Stuff Works: How Do GPS Coordinates Work?</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="364" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ALN7gXF1thY" width="438" youtube-src-id="ALN7gXF1thY"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><br /></b></div><span style="font-size: large;">Pursuit of History: Themes of Geography</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="359" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/9KGiPURP4-I" width="432" youtube-src-id="9KGiPURP4-I"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><b><span style="font-size: large;">James White: Five Themes of Geography Song</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="358" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/AIqC79WrpKg" width="431" youtube-src-id="AIqC79WrpKg"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div><span><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Which one(s) do you plan to use in your classroom this year?</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Happy Teaching!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://theteachersprep.ck.page/socialstudiesminiunit" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="600" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAOKcoMCHOjc55zzJXzR1t3FcbCKT6hMuXdA58kspB-xo18psxOP7yqL3Y0yITenBIx4DbGVp_bXat0D0L3NsoCbQAzsqQpXAt4bL_w3zOFZOS7bIQbomYWJKsEnsxKbJTiWIYJq2XMOZuJFTNjga0QCyzVr1qxUcEEnyiseZYPI_OpIrb3qT4ktDoFA8U/w631-h212/SOCIAL%20STUDIES%20TEACHERS,.png" width="631" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><b><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p><br /><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701671172445412672.post-6330472338514327002023-06-14T08:55:00.001-07:002023-06-14T09:51:41.323-07:00How to Introduce Social Studies to Middle School Students<p><span style="font-size: medium;">How do you introduce students to the </span><u style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: large;">best</span></u><span style="font-size: medium;"> subject in school?? (I love teaching Social Studies so I'm totally biased! Ha!) It's an important question to consider, especially when you want to create a unit that engages students and makes them excited for the year ahead. Student comments like, "Social Studies is my favorite class!" and "I love Social Studies!" are music to my ears. </span></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">I love sharing my passion for teaching Social Studies and connecting with teachers like you who have that same love of bringing history to life in their classrooms! I decided to create an Introduction to Social Studies Mini Unit filled with everything you need to start your year - from daily lesson plans to every single activity you'll need at zero cost to you. Think: All the activities you need <u><i>PLUS</i></u> detailed lesson plans to cover 5 days of school. I've got you covered, friend!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Let's get the year off to an exciting start! Click the link below to snag the <b><a href="https://theteachersprep.ck.page/socialstudiesminiunit" target="_blank">Introduction to Social Studies Mini Unit</a></b> right now or keep reading to see what activities are included and available for free in my TPT store right now. :)</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://theteachersprep.ck.page/socialstudiesminiunit" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="600" height="220" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKT6u4Y6ZyZmMvq02JR3A6lFIbBWGFBFUu0OA32-Tzzmf-tolc9SyUWm3G2GxgxLPJwBqs7vpeqckfZoBiJfn1yMkJaJQ06MFg5nHutw0Uo9YZO9_Giy0oJR45Wk2uRMxKn1xAARRxEnw86FezR7yBH8VwNNKRipk_Xoh-MLxOLysOGcdTWZljF5H0zw/w658-h220/SOCIAL%20STUDIES%20TEACHERS,.png" width="658" /></a></div><br /><p><b style="font-size: xx-large;"><span style="color: #073763;">Introduction to Social Studies Word Wall</span></b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Introduction-to-Social-Studies-Word-Wall-FREE-8365905" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="768" height="178" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCSQeRlCqY1Lh4MjnV6SqraCi6qj-1xWU29NW93TiwGKzQJ5-qFhd0Jcs5SS299l0IydNPypGRNeqD9sbjvHjMw67KfITMrUoKdJsQ4SeMqyjSZ2O6giY7mfwaHIlrp3RKt17luJsfKxYXOnRHLYQwh6IgCK_b9ysPmfrAlZUVYNMdV5ABV36HeNUhhQ/w178-h178/Intro%20to%20Social%20Studies%20Word%20Wall%20Cover.jpg" width="178" /></a></div><span style="font-size: medium;">I love word walls! A word wall is a place to collect the important vocabulary terms you are teaching in your unit. The more students interact with vocabulary terms, the more connections they can make between ideas and build upon those concepts to better understand and make deeper connections to curriculum content. I love to hang up all the words at the start of the unit so students can see them every day when they enter the classroom. You can even keep them up all year long!</span><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Introduction-to-Social-Studies-Bell-Ringers-FREE-9294700" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="768" height="161" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm8kh58WRO-JkanFc0IpFYOxuLqTifU2-aUU7aWnPPItCkI8-nmTC0jKkx2D3dAMTnCWrIMun5bIxuUiPAu_YbwDyupAgnq-dJCayz8ggDhndn5YkfonRf_p4Mu18CuPYtulrDgN1XIkUfOswDh50ZC_gCk9HyU655L6_6BZRVPtUJ54c41jZTDXwuXQ/w161-h161/Intro%20to%20SS%20Bell%20Ringer%20Cover.jpg" width="161" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;"><b><span style="color: #073763; font-size: x-large;">Bell Ringers</span></b></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Bell ringers were a <i>game changer</i> when I began using them years ago. Now students know exactly what to do when they enter the classroom. They help students review material we've recently learned, preview new material and can promote critical and creative thinking skills depending on the question type. I just love them! <br /></span></p><p><b><span style="color: #073763; font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #073763; font-size: x-large;">Introduction to Social Studies Vocabulary</span></b></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Introduction-to-Social-Studies-Vocabulary-Activities-FREE-8374890" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="768" height="171" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrQe5wLJ1qi3RugB7zdree9_FpQBiuIbzQr4z28_liZ5KfIGZfvoOEMiXnnf8yEak2E28Lc4DwtTSQLUcfTnnY9McnnG1iIm27ttPzbm9B1oGFS9LRREGl88c5idj2AIBfFFB1uP7ZR1Tl6KMQugiDXKbNAZPheGxDJvac1b5pTjGoEENnJczszh4LHA/w171-h171/Introduction%20to%20Social%20Studies%20Vocab%20Cover.jpg" width="171" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: medium;">What's better than one vocabulary activity? THREE activities!</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">The Introduction to Social Studies Vocabulary resource includes three different activities - a vocabulary matching activity, a crossword puzzle and a graphic organizer. Each of the activities gives students an opportunity to practice using the 12 vocabulary terms in the unit, like chronology, point of view, bias, primary source, secondary source and more!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><br /></b></span></p><p><span style="color: #073763; font-size: x-large;"><b>Interactive PowerPoint Informational Text</b></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Introduction-to-Social-Studies-Interactive-PowerPoint-Notes-FREE-3934855" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="768" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHe9H7aHFopGs0uBAF7GGCNcZc1wzhKv0I3efjtTfxm57ReHBxnhO1OpV5VGT_QDmwufBtBbWQbLHYR-XoceL65vscyO4JIlpy90OcTTfwN4R2fNEyGRvrmWFqOLdgnerGtuuhAItoHOJ_bX02vUV7V8UAuFg0Z-dBDWCUSCxOyZmpgol3FGHKMcOioQ/w200-h200/Exploring%20Social%20Studies%20Cover.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span style="font-size: medium;">While you may have access to informational text, like a textbook, these PowerPoint slides are a fantastic way to introduce the content to students! The Introduction to Social Studies Interactive PowerPoint is filled with informational text students can use to complete the interactive notebook activities. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Oh! And not only is it available in PowerPoint in an interactive format, there's also TpT Easel and Google Drive versions included, too. I've got you covered!</span></p><p><span style="color: #073763; font-size: x-large;"><b><br /></b></span></p><p><span style="color: #073763; font-size: x-large;"><b>Interactive Notebooks</b></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Introduction-to-Social-Studies-Interactive-Notebook-Graphic-Organizers-FREEBIE-1839930" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="768" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjobToXq4ZDl0MOIIAH9r2yp8iYfA5sHkrahoo6cOsX3nE-8oT7Q9dUrX1rh7tbbRw024Y8JJeOt_UubOYQgo5it0dhNywJwh6qmVD5kmpYgKlpDBlP7981RvL1a7ZEevUaD8B5H75QbsRmtnZ-pbkB8_VVMOZun2iICTkuqsUe7M2r4o8Cd1_6zliIuQ/w200-h200/Introduction%20to%20Social%20Studies%20INB%20Cover%2022.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span style="font-size: medium;">How do students organize their notes for this unit? In an interactive notebook! I love these graphic organizers because they consolidate student notes in one place. The graphic organizers directly correlate to all the activities I've mentioned above so far and give students the opportunity to summarize the main ideas and details they learn as they are introduced to the study of history. The mini unit includes a paper <b>and</b> digital version of the interactive notebooks so you have flexibility in your classroom!</span></div><div><b style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></b></div><div><b><span style="color: #073763; font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></b></div><div><b><span style="color: #073763; font-size: x-large;">Task Cards</span></b><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Introduction-to-Social-Studies-Task-Cards-FREE-2022677" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="768" height="170" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6sBjA4-gkg9iGIZBKo1SDzISGRKDVh500MA8is06upU_4tC3SRNrswBj31Slb8z0p3bZaRgytAtgQJ98zExnW7kMyK0eFPbgOnf_bgVz1vkmBAPiJ2rhM06FsPycUeofXjpGRq4p5Zrcdb6mC9w2eR4PnVP01HUZRc19Yl63SVak7Znrso0Au9CiglA/w170-h170/Intro%20to%20Social%20Studies%20Task%20Cards%20Cover.jpg" width="170" /></a></div><span style="font-size: medium;">Task cards can be used as bell ringers, entrance tickets, exit tickets, station work and more! I alternate their use based on my class needs of the day, but they include brief writing prompts to encourage students to think critically about the content they are learning in class.</span><p></p><p><br /></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b style="font-size: medium;"><span style="color: #073763; font-size: x-large;">Assessment</span></b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Introduction-to-Social-Studies-Test-FREE-9293184" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="768" height="151" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDuK29_pZTgFJ4KeberCx3nCwAORV9gxAgcGBGZMMAWgfQauqqD-5JzMazBBELvYlkRIcGrgvOlU1sPbVB1zSVQZjpdT--S8-rR6tP7qW8EB_id3HTlfviReU54Zgz3k8hqaB8R9So6VspDcDIRBBob_S91DizyWTs2BK-rucnXDUYJU51kw7z9RPEpQ/w151-h151/Intro%20to%20Social%20Studies%20Test%20Cover.jpg" width="151" /></a></span></div><span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">While there are many ways to assess student knowledge, sometimes you want to use a traditional test! The Introduction to Social Studies Assessment includes vocabulary matching, multiple choice, fill in the blank and written response questions.</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></p><p><span style="color: #073763; font-size: x-large;"><b>Let's do this!</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">I can't wait for you to check out the <b>FREE</b> Introduction to Social Studies Mini Unit! I'm confident it will save you valuable time in your teaching and personal life while creating an enriching experience for your students this year. You may even find a few surprises inside...like a Historical Thinking Skills Web Quest and a Types of Maps activity! I love throwing in extra resources to the curriculum bundles. :)</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Happy Teaching! </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://theteachersprep.ck.page/socialstudiesminiunit" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="600" height="211" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYqcMlfvMEDTSjpioMAr_3Z4DOlWTtuKHgaU2t2vkhduhqbmuwDd1Gf2s85FOTrQSed5DuRPH6sPeX2fMLoYwP7rlPdRw5AE0TZBrwW1ajtG0Y8rVr1Kfkzapg-y6TTtea5AaBLrhD4AvFn1E6eqDPfuk6foo6YJXKHlsjqaVQdQqSzP8Eb-XC0RBy_g/w632-h211/SOCIAL%20STUDIES%20TEACHERS,%20(1).png" width="632" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p></p><p><br /></p></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701671172445412672.post-31394009772506757132023-06-05T05:00:00.008-07:002023-06-05T05:00:00.127-07:003 Amazing Podcasts Every Teacher Should Listen To This Summer<div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0sVUvaSprOqym3IpazoWYmAao0cIGfmXwW6IQXOJRHZM_zrUBDjvlwg2Bk6V7nYnZQy7Reb25_f8E8yWJFQ-PmZlRQPu8ZEtfz2-9UQGTDf1Drug9Z92NsQ_BJqfDQthqcq_sB4yiVmbt2-8-pGq4j-270hiECpIraCe03-ZgWfIcgIc8ly6SBZRk0A/s2000/Podcasts%20for%20Summer%20Break.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1300" data-original-width="2000" height="391" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0sVUvaSprOqym3IpazoWYmAao0cIGfmXwW6IQXOJRHZM_zrUBDjvlwg2Bk6V7nYnZQy7Reb25_f8E8yWJFQ-PmZlRQPu8ZEtfz2-9UQGTDf1Drug9Z92NsQ_BJqfDQthqcq_sB4yiVmbt2-8-pGq4j-270hiECpIraCe03-ZgWfIcgIc8ly6SBZRk0A/w602-h391/Podcasts%20for%20Summer%20Break.png" width="602" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span>The first days of summer vacation always feel so delightfully full of possibility. Everything seems lighter somehow and so...free. It's a time to truly unwind and relax. One of my favorite summer pastimes while on a neighborhood walk, on a road trip or relaxing by the pool is listening to podcasts! Here are three podcasts that I am </span><i>absolutely</i><span> loving right now! </span></span></div><div><br /></div><div><div><div><b><span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: large;">The Cult of Pedagogy Podcast - Jennifer Gonzalez</span></b></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;">My personal favorite location for professional development is at the beach, and thanks to Jennifer Gonzalez's podcast, my PD dreams can come true! As teachers, we consider ourselves life-long learners. Listening to the <b><a href="https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/pod/" target="_blank">Cult of Pedagogy Podcast</a></b> over the summer helps me develop new ideas and strategies that I plan to use in my classroom in the new school year.</span></div></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><b><span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: large;">The CEO Teacher Podcast - Kayse Morris</span></b></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;">If you are thinking of starting <i>any</i> kind of business to supplement your teaching career, I highly recommend Kayse's <b><a href="https://kaysemorris.com/go-getters" target="_blank">CEO Teacher</a></b> podcast! She always has insightful tips to share and her journey has been inspirational. I love learning from her whenever I'm on the go!</span></div><div><br /></div></div><div><span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: large;"><b>Angela Watson's Truth for Teachers</b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;">Angela Watson's calm, encouraging and educational <b><a href="https://truthforteachers.com/podcast/" target="_blank">Truth for Teachers</a></b> podcast episodes are the perfect edition to your summer podcast playlist. She shares great tips on managing teacher workload, stress, strategies for students and more!</span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;">I'm always on the hunt for new podcasts. Which ones do you recommend? Let me know in the comments!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://theteachersprep.ck.page/socialstudiesminiunit" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="638" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMn3FVoiMF78F1fRpnv-cAjXH56D3Fsilb59yEB2kKnNFJv_6vvSUXV-muksi-UUwagfF75wh7zd2QqZSNTWXiEaGF0rE4UDlEcPzlC9-DOrZJtT6fsAb-zELmwSGKspCMm68-wtf6ZJuXSjbcytOii4tjrQO956dRTrXAeMz3Q54cqwkjYDIdH5bbjQ/w425-h638/Click%20Here%20to%20Learn%20More!.png" width="425" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701671172445412672.post-78799803294331800862023-03-26T08:16:00.002-07:002023-03-26T08:18:23.094-07:003 Activities for Middle School Students After Spring Break<p><span style="font-size: medium;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixhB2Ug30vNaV-HOG8JnLNWbwSxF8UEXbW66T2aPHE7ecfTsdCcF3V01bIzUJ7U69ss_qphJEKBZ-FT7WdHBeBnk9Y1bKznetGtBemGVdAIlAchowRgtZGHEgU2UbFZ20aDDuX23zFGlrQN0XkixW9N-KhnCMELVrOUxVKf2FUt__HOZ_ATAIleyKLCw/s1518/After%20Spring%20Break.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="941" data-original-width="1518" height="389" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixhB2Ug30vNaV-HOG8JnLNWbwSxF8UEXbW66T2aPHE7ecfTsdCcF3V01bIzUJ7U69ss_qphJEKBZ-FT7WdHBeBnk9Y1bKznetGtBemGVdAIlAchowRgtZGHEgU2UbFZ20aDDuX23zFGlrQN0XkixW9N-KhnCMELVrOUxVKf2FUt__HOZ_ATAIleyKLCw/w628-h389/After%20Spring%20Break.png" width="628" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: medium;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Ah, glorious Spring Break. It's a much needed break from the rigors of school, both for teachers <i>and</i> students, and gives us a taste of the freedom of summer vacation on the horizon. There's just one catch - reengaging students in the learning process when they return from the break can be a daunting task! You could always jump right back into regular content, but you may find that students have a hard time focusing after a week away. Here are 3 easy ideas to use in the your classroom when you return from Spring Break that helps students refocus on the school year ahead:</div></span><p></p><p><b><span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: large;">Idea #1: Play a Review Game.</span></b><span style="font-size: medium;"> This is a personal favorite because it's easy and helps students refocus themselves on the content they recently learned in class. You can easily make review games using websites like Blooket and Kahoot or host a trivia game in your classroom filled with information they learned before Spring Break. My students love trivia games and there's a </span><b style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Trivia-Review-Game-Template-A-FREE-Game-for-Secondary-Students-3106689" target="_blank">free trivia game template</a></b><span style="font-size: medium;"> in my TPT store which you can customize for your own students!</span></p><p><b><span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: large;">Idea #2: Set SMART Goals.</span></b><span style="font-size: medium;"> The last quarter of the year always seems to fly by! Set aside time to help students evaluate and reflect on their progress so far this year and establish new goals for the last few weeks of the school year. Students can keep their SMART (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time-bound) goals in their binder or folder for easy access so they can see them frequently throughout the last quarter of the school year!</span></p><p><span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: large;"><b>Idea #3: Host a Debate.</b></span><span style="font-size: medium;"> If you teach middle school students, you'll know that they LOVE to debate anyone...anytime. Harness that passion for debate and discussion into a meaningful activity that will awaken students' minds and excite them for the last quarter of the school year. Your debate topic can be centered around recent content you've taught in class or be more general. Here are some debate topics to consider:</span></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p><span style="font-size: medium;">1. Is homework beneficial to students?</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">2. Should students be required to wear uniforms?</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">3. Should students be allowed to use cell phones in school?</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">4. Should the voting age be lowered to 16?</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">5. Is year-round school beneficial for students?</span></p></blockquote><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Which idea do you like the best? Whatever you choose to do, I know you've got this, my friend! </span></p>
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A word wall is a wall (or bulletin board) where frequently used words are posted for students to see. In my middle school Social Studies classroom, my word wall is filled with vocabulary words from our current unit. The more students see and interact with the vocabulary words, the more comfortable they will be when using them in group discussions, in writing activities, when making new connections between concepts and more!</span></p><p><span style="color: #073763; font-size: large;"><b>What Does a Word Wall Look Like in the Classroom?</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">A word wall is placed in a location where students can easily see it during class. I have a specific location in my classroom where my word wall stays all year. The words on the wall change with each unit, but the location remains the same. When teaching or reinforcing vocabulary words during a unit, you can point to the words and easily refer to them frequently throughout the year. Students also know exactly where to look to review words and definitions! Your word wall can include vocabulary words or vocabulary words <i>and</i> their definitions. I also love to include pictures alongside the words so that students can see the word, definition and a symbol or picture that represents the word at the same time. </span></p><p><span style="color: #073763; font-size: large;"><b>How Can I Make a Word Wall?</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Making a word wall is easy! You can type the words (or words and their definitions) on the computer and print them out. You can also use index cards and write one word on each index card. If you're looking for ways to save time, I've created word walls for each Ancient History and American History unit in my TPT store! (<b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Teachers-Prep/Search:word+wall" target="_blank">Click here to check them out</a></b>) Just print and post them on your wall and you're ready to go. You can even laminate them and save them for future years!</span></p><p><span style="color: #073763; font-size: large;"><b>How Can I Use a Word Wall?</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">It's important to use your word wall frequently throughout the year. Point to the words when you use them in the unit and encourage students to reference the word wall during class activities and discussions. The <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Teachers-Prep/Search:vocabulary+activities" target="_blank">vocabulary activities</a></b> in my TPT store directly correspond to the word walls so that students are consistently engaging with the words in dedicated vocabulary activities <i>and</i> within the instructional activities for the unit as well. It's fun to involve students in creating the word wall, too! When a new word is introduced, allow a student to place it on the word wall. The more they interact with it, the more confident they will be in using the vocabulary during class.</span></p><p><span style="color: #073763; font-size: large;"><b>A Bonus for You!</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">If you're on the fence about using word walls in class, I invite you to <b>try one for free</b>! Fill out the form below and I'll send the Introduction to Social Studies Word Wall directly to your inbox. It is a great resource to use at the beginning of the year when you are introducing foundational topics or to keep up all year long for students to see! After all, they're probably frequently using words like point of view, bias, primary source, secondary source, timeline, chronology and more all throughout the year. Fill out the form and print and post your word wall in the classroom today!</span></p>
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border="0" data-original-height="973" data-original-width="1378" height="397" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfRLoZ-fgRn2bh6dDuoc3VDVssvjBM2WrqN_IeKjE_hq5cYMaobKuXIRz6D1Qu40P2KZHWSEzaCkEUc7ynTfNXVzE50eWX1gX6RzhiX5cnuqqZRvxvSpNij_SHSCgjpybkr5GAuyoYBpeCfj_R5RtehfZo0eBBew-1EHGpuCqzCz_SVMHnuIp0xqkaRg/w562-h397/Web%20Quest%20Header%202.png" width="562" /></div><p><span style="font-size: medium;">There's nothing quite like the feeling of looking around your classroom and seeing students engaged in an activity that introduces them to a new concept or deepens their learning. I'm always on the hunt for activities that will keep students' interest and web quests are one of my go-to resources for that very reason.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><i>P.S. Stick around until the end of this post to snag a web quest to use with your students - a little gift to you! </i></b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">What's a web quest? A web quest is a digital scavenger hunt. During the activity, students visit websites or watch short videos on platforms like YouTube while answering questions or completing various tasks. </span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #12213d; font-size: x-large;"><b>5 Reasons to Love Web Quests</b></span></p><p><b><span style="font-size: large;">Reason #1: Web Quests Engage Students</span></b></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">I know I said this before, but it's <i>that </i>important to me! I love using diverse activities in Social Studies units. Today it's a web quest, tomorrow they'll focus on guided notes, next week they'll design a creative project - you get the idea! There are certainly common activities that keep each unit "grounded" (interactive notebook notes, for example), but I also love to keep things fresh. Web quests are an easy choice for that reason! Since students are visiting multiple websites, it keeps their interest in the activity. They also have to read and "hunt" for answers in different places</span></p><p><b><span style="font-size: large;">Reason #2: Web Quests Use a Variety of Sources</span></b></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">As history teachers, we <i>love</i> using a variety of primary and secondary sources throughout our units, right?! Web quests take students on a journey through web sites and videos that prompt them to analyze different sources and use historical thinking skills to answer questions. In the span of one class period, students might interact with informational text from a secondary source, analyze a historical document and watch a video that features both secondary and primary sources. In the process of completing a web quest, they're activating their critical thinking skills to analyze these sources and reach conclusions.</span></p><p><b><span style="font-size: large;">Reason #3: Web Quests Promote Critical Thinking</span></b></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">When I create web quests, I love incorporating a wide variety of question types to promote critical thinking skills. A mixture of questions that prompt students to recall facts, explain concepts, and interpret documents are used in conjunction with questions that ask students to compare and contrast various sources or ideas, defend their opinion and more. I love asking students to stretch their minds and think critically and creatively about the topics they're learning in class. It's easy and fun to do through a web quest! (<b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Teachers-Prep/Search:web+quest" target="_blank">Click here</a></b> to see some of my favorites!)</span></p><p><b><span style="font-size: large;">Reason #4: Web Quests Help Students Learn Research Skills</span></b></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">My administrator loves seeing students use technology safely and productively in class. Web quests, by nature, promote that very practice! Students are guided to various sources online to answer questions and complete tasks. They get to practice using online sources that are reputable and safe. Oftentimes, they'll return to those websites on their own when completing research projects, which is so awesome to see! I always preview every website I send my students to before assigning a web quest. Making sure the links work properly and it's a website I feel confident using with my students is super important. </span></p><p><b><span style="font-size: large;">Reason #5: Web Quests Are Easy</span></b></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">As teachers, we're always keeping our eyes open to spot ideas and activities that will be easy to implement in the classroom. I love a good challenge, but there are some days when I want something that's effective, meets the state standards, engages my students...and is easy to implement in my classroom. Do you ever feel the same way? Web quests meet all of those goals. If I'm using a printable web quest, I'll often make the links available on my class website so students can click on each one when needed. When I use the digital version, I just assign it to my students and PRESTO! They can click on the links in the web quest themselves and off they go. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">If you want to try a web quest in your classroom, I'd love to send you one as a gift! Fill out the form below and a download will be sent to your inbox. I'll also keep you updated on exciting lesson ideas, inspiration for your classroom and welcome you to a community of teachers who share your passion in bringing history to life in our classrooms!</span></p>
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style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPlzGhniR9mG9tS05Ts5eJjILLpxPDDQ9V-ioC046YNukUcnE1cc0pbmiiRXb0q_JiH46zIrJqS0vJQqp8pzirLrCDGqmSf71XmqdebjuyjKtXmUcAtO0vOjBdYut8klsBueafWwl-4hdO7zs8KNddxufreo-rNEGwfO65Uj5QvtVurNNxW3tvn-mq4Q/s1535/Class%20Newsletter%20Header.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1075" data-original-width="1535" height="450" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPlzGhniR9mG9tS05Ts5eJjILLpxPDDQ9V-ioC046YNukUcnE1cc0pbmiiRXb0q_JiH46zIrJqS0vJQqp8pzirLrCDGqmSf71XmqdebjuyjKtXmUcAtO0vOjBdYut8klsBueafWwl-4hdO7zs8KNddxufreo-rNEGwfO65Uj5QvtVurNNxW3tvn-mq4Q/w640-h450/Class%20Newsletter%20Header.png" width="640" /></a></span></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">As teachers, we wear many hats. Teacher, mentor, listener, event planner, cheerleader, mediator, entertainer, motivational speaker...and on and on! We also have to be good communicators. We communicate with our students every day, of course, but we also need to be mindful of communicating with our students' families on a regular basis. When you have over 100 students, it seems like a daunting task. You may wish you could email each student's family individually every other week with a kind note about their progress, but there's just not enough time. That's where a class newsletter saves the day. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Why Use a Classroom Newsletter?</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">A classroom newsletter serves two purposes: it saves time and it allows you to effectively and efficiently communicate with your students' families. Communication is key because we are all working as a community to support the students. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>What Does a Newsletter Look Like?</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">This is the beautiful part - <i>it can look however you want</i>. Are you a creative soul with time to craft a detailed one-page (or more, wow!) letter with multiple columns and pictures? Go for it! Short on time and want to write a paragraph or two in a mass email summarizing recent class activities or upcoming due dates? That works perfectly, too. I prefer to send mine digitally to all the families with access to an email and make a paper copy for those without easy access to the internet. The main goal is that you are communicating with families and keeping them updated on what's happening in the classroom. I love the responses I get from families after I send a newsletter or email and feel that it creates a stronger community between my classroom and students' homes.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>How Often Should I Send a Newsletter?</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Again - you decide! While I love to aim for once a week (Fridays being my favored day), sometimes its just a bit too much to handle. If once a week seems daunting, aim for twice a month. The important part is that you are opening the lines of communication between your classroom and your students' homes. It can make a huge difference in creating a positive classroom environment and managing student behaviors when your students know that the lines of communication are open between teachers and parents.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>What Information Can Be Included?</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Here are some ideas to get you started:</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">1. Upcoming due dates</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">2. Overview of recent class activities</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">3. Pictures of student work (and students working, with parent permission!)</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">4. Reminders about upcoming tests</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">5. Study strategies</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">6. School-wide events</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">7. Requests for classroom donations</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">8. Student Spotlight - choose a student (or a few to ensure everyone gets chosen throughout the year) to highlight in each newsletter or email blast</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">9. A list of optional supplemental resources students can use at home to further their learning about your class content</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">10. A link to a helpful blog post that parents may find interesting as they support their child's academic success from home</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Your turn! What else should our teacher community include in our frequent communication with families? Leave a comment with your thoughts to help us all grow as educators in our efforts to effectively communicate with families. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Happy Teaching!</span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701671172445412672.post-9531367177492940252022-08-02T11:16:00.002-07:002023-03-26T17:22:26.229-07:00Introduction to Social Studies Lesson Ideas for Middle School<p><span style="font-size: medium;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4thdhKUYvVpjCJALcfpSHOOo39-f3pAfJ95sMzf4-b66r6abSP-ftvTYNZAtWBTGYd-7-N7TvPAo7-_n1LrsOAZzPux4BNd5pQqpQlBf3Qr-38RHx34U-skc5y8NKiHAdbtdlCZr4Jk6G36_65uD06f6hEZORnIMnPLp6BEo3X6XuRDck2L_5F7FCjA/s1370/Intro%20to%20SS%20Lesson%20Ideas.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="769" data-original-width="1370" height="361" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4thdhKUYvVpjCJALcfpSHOOo39-f3pAfJ95sMzf4-b66r6abSP-ftvTYNZAtWBTGYd-7-N7TvPAo7-_n1LrsOAZzPux4BNd5pQqpQlBf3Qr-38RHx34U-skc5y8NKiHAdbtdlCZr4Jk6G36_65uD06f6hEZORnIMnPLp6BEo3X6XuRDck2L_5F7FCjA/w642-h361/Intro%20to%20SS%20Lesson%20Ideas.png" width="642" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /> </span><span style="font-size: medium;">I love teaching Social Studies. I <i>really</i> love it. It's exciting to present historical concepts to students and find ways to make it interesting and engaging for them. I love hearing comments like, "Social Studies is my favorite class" and "Social Studies is really fun" because they often come from students who were wary of the subject at the start of the school year. Through our activities and the creation of a positive classroom environment, they find an appreciation for my favorite school subject and sometimes it even becomes <i>their</i> favorite subject of the year. How cool is that?!</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">I also love sharing my passion for teaching Social Studies and connecting with teachers like you who share that same love of learning and bringing history to life in their classrooms! But where to begin? Hint: it involves <u>lots</u> of freebies which are included in a <b><a href="https://theteachersprep.ck.page/0272862ae3" target="_blank">FREE Introduction to Social Studies Mini Unit</a></b> - 5 complete days of lessons - all activities are included - just for you! </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Here are some lesson ideas for introducing the subject of social studies in your classroom:</span></p><p><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Hook Ideas</span></b></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">A good hook activity is a great way to start a new lesson. It grabs students' attention and sets the scene for the unit or daily lesson. Here are some easy ideas:</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">1. <b>True or False?</b> </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Write a brief series of questions about the study of history and some key terms you plan to cover. Ask students to raise their thumbs in the air (up for yes, down for no) in response to the questions. It's an easy and fun way to assess prior knowledge. You can also use mini white boards and have students collaborate in groups of 2-3 to answer true or false. After each question, you can review the right answer.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">2.<b> YouTube Videos</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">I love finding a great (and brief!) YouTube video to use during a lesson. Here are some of my favorites to introduce the subject of social studies:</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DSIdaTSG2Gg" target="_blank">An Animated Introduction to Social Science</a> (Soomo Publishing)</b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/DSIdaTSG2Gg" width="320" youtube-src-id="DSIdaTSG2Gg"></iframe></div><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><p></p></blockquote></blockquote><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAADLQU3Kl4" target="_blank">Why Study History?</a> (The Pursuit of History)</b></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/MAADLQU3Kl4" width="320" youtube-src-id="MAADLQU3Kl4"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCrASZ2zd8c" target="_blank">Why Study History?</a> (PragerU)</b> <i>recommended for older students</i></span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/rCrASZ2zd8c" width="320" youtube-src-id="rCrASZ2zd8c"></iframe></div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">3. <b>Draw It</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">This hook is perfect for mini whiteboards. Ask students to draw or write images, words, doodles, etc. when they think of the words "social studies" or "history". These images can spark discussions about concepts that relate to social studies!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>A Word Wall</b></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCSQeRlCqY1Lh4MjnV6SqraCi6qj-1xWU29NW93TiwGKzQJ5-qFhd0Jcs5SS299l0IydNPypGRNeqD9sbjvHjMw67KfITMrUoKdJsQ4SeMqyjSZ2O6giY7mfwaHIlrp3RKt17luJsfKxYXOnRHLYQwh6IgCK_b9ysPmfrAlZUVYNMdV5ABV36HeNUhhQ/s768/Intro%20to%20Social%20Studies%20Word%20Wall%20Cover.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="768" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCSQeRlCqY1Lh4MjnV6SqraCi6qj-1xWU29NW93TiwGKzQJ5-qFhd0Jcs5SS299l0IydNPypGRNeqD9sbjvHjMw67KfITMrUoKdJsQ4SeMqyjSZ2O6giY7mfwaHIlrp3RKt17luJsfKxYXOnRHLYQwh6IgCK_b9ysPmfrAlZUVYNMdV5ABV36HeNUhhQ/w200-h200/Intro%20to%20Social%20Studies%20Word%20Wall%20Cover.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span style="font-size: medium;">Hold up! Do you have a word wall in your classroom? If not, it's time to start. A word wall is a place to collect the important vocabulary terms you are teaching in your unit. You can even collect and keep them up all year! Word walls give students a chance to review and interact with vocabulary daily. The more students interact with vocabulary terms, the more connections they can make between ideas and build upon those concepts to better understand and make deeper connections to curriculum content. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">You can make your own word wall for an Introduction to Social Studies unit or download <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Introduction-to-Social-Studies-Word-Wall-FREE-8365905" target="_blank">this free resource</a></b> from my TpT store! :)</span></p><p><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Introduction to Social Studies Activities</span></b></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Now that your students are hooked, it's time to dive into the unit. I've created some free resources in <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Teachers-Prep" target="_blank"><b>my TpT store</b> - </a><b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Teachers-Prep" target="_blank">The Teacher's Prep</a> </b>- to help you in this endeavor!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>1. Vocabulary Activities</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">We've already discussed the importance of vocabulary posted in a word wall - now let's talk about some activities students can complete to interact with the vocabulary in a variety of ways! </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">The <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Introduction-to-Social-Studies-Vocabulary-Activities-FREE-8374890" target="_blank">Introduction to Social Studies Vocabulary Activities</a></b> resource (it's free, too!) has three activities to use with your students. I like spreading out these activities over the course of the unit to give kids extra practice. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">The first activity I typically start with is the Introduction to Social Studies Vocabulary activity in which students write the definitions for each vocabulary term. As we use the terms in class during the unit, I give them time to write a sentence using each word in the chart.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">On subsequent days, there are two more activities to use - a matching activity and a crossword puzzle. Again, the more students interact with the words, the more opportunities they will have to understand the important concepts you are teaching in class!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">If that sounds like activities you'd find useful in your classroom, <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Introduction-to-Social-Studies-Vocabulary-Activities-FREE-8374890" target="_blank">download it here</a></b>!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>2. Informational Text</b></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHe9H7aHFopGs0uBAF7GGCNcZc1wzhKv0I3efjtTfxm57ReHBxnhO1OpV5VGT_QDmwufBtBbWQbLHYR-XoceL65vscyO4JIlpy90OcTTfwN4R2fNEyGRvrmWFqOLdgnerGtuuhAItoHOJ_bX02vUV7V8UAuFg0Z-dBDWCUSCxOyZmpgol3FGHKMcOioQ/s768/Exploring%20Social%20Studies%20Cover.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="768" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHe9H7aHFopGs0uBAF7GGCNcZc1wzhKv0I3efjtTfxm57ReHBxnhO1OpV5VGT_QDmwufBtBbWQbLHYR-XoceL65vscyO4JIlpy90OcTTfwN4R2fNEyGRvrmWFqOLdgnerGtuuhAItoHOJ_bX02vUV7V8UAuFg0Z-dBDWCUSCxOyZmpgol3FGHKMcOioQ/w200-h200/Exploring%20Social%20Studies%20Cover.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span style="font-size: medium;">Ok, now it's time to dive into the heart of the unit - reading informational text! If you don't already have access to informational text or would like to supplement the resources you currently have, I've created an Introduction to Social Studies Interactive PowerPoint that is filled with informational text students can read. It also directly corresponds to a set of interactive notebook graphic organizers for student note taking. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Oh! And not only is it available in PowerPoint in an interactive format, there's also TpT Easel and Google Drive versions included, too. I've got you covered!<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Introduction-to-Social-Studies-Interactive-PowerPoint-Notes-FREE-3934855" target="_blank"><b>Check it out here</b>!</a> And yes, it's also free. (It's a theme!) :)</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>3. Interactive Notebooks</b></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjobToXq4ZDl0MOIIAH9r2yp8iYfA5sHkrahoo6cOsX3nE-8oT7Q9dUrX1rh7tbbRw024Y8JJeOt_UubOYQgo5it0dhNywJwh6qmVD5kmpYgKlpDBlP7981RvL1a7ZEevUaD8B5H75QbsRmtnZ-pbkB8_VVMOZun2iICTkuqsUe7M2r4o8Cd1_6zliIuQ/s768/Introduction%20to%20Social%20Studies%20INB%20Cover%2022.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="768" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjobToXq4ZDl0MOIIAH9r2yp8iYfA5sHkrahoo6cOsX3nE-8oT7Q9dUrX1rh7tbbRw024Y8JJeOt_UubOYQgo5it0dhNywJwh6qmVD5kmpYgKlpDBlP7981RvL1a7ZEevUaD8B5H75QbsRmtnZ-pbkB8_VVMOZun2iICTkuqsUe7M2r4o8Cd1_6zliIuQ/w200-h200/Introduction%20to%20Social%20Studies%20INB%20Cover%2022.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span style="font-size: medium;">How do students organize their notes for this unit? In an interactive notebook! I love these graphic organizers because they consolidate student notes in one place. The graphic organizers directly correlate to all the activities I've mentioned above so far and give students the opportunity to summarize the main ideas and details they learn as they are introduced to the study of history. </span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjROm5GWH6CGcqhxVoPtmSSvhgrZ8vEffvhTzgigsY4ZQJ0MDV93T1lf_4Lx4yRVwxecjRlf_yLoMUO6W-tgs-Z6F5qAvat1dYIxhGHFVD6MIRMoe8AoB3q_TqEp0iAp1DrZOfqm7Vk7ZNkNPYq_17PfRCqviT1cei1xsXIrO4PY5yIr503dy8VfFXkpA/s768/Introduction%20to%20Social%20Studies%20Cover%2022.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="768" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjROm5GWH6CGcqhxVoPtmSSvhgrZ8vEffvhTzgigsY4ZQJ0MDV93T1lf_4Lx4yRVwxecjRlf_yLoMUO6W-tgs-Z6F5qAvat1dYIxhGHFVD6MIRMoe8AoB3q_TqEp0iAp1DrZOfqm7Vk7ZNkNPYq_17PfRCqviT1cei1xsXIrO4PY5yIr503dy8VfFXkpA/w200-h200/Introduction%20to%20Social%20Studies%20Cover%2022.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span style="font-size: medium;">I love interactive notebooks so much, I made complete sets for <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Teachers-Prep/PreK-12-Subject-Area/Ancient-History/Search:interactive+notebooks?ref=filter/subject" target="_blank">Ancient History</a></b>, <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Teachers-Prep/PreK-12-Subject-Area/US-History/Search:interactive+notebooks?ref=filter/subject" target="_blank">American History</a></b> and <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Teachers-Prep/PreK-12-Subject-Area/Civics/Search:interactive+notebooks?ref=filter/subject" target="_blank">Civics / American Government</a></b> ... in both paper and digital formats. You can check them out by clicking on the links in the last sentence!</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">And of course, this section wouldn't be complete without a paper and digital copy of the Introduction to Social Studies interactive notebooks to take with you! Click <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Introduction-to-Social-Studies-Digital-Interactive-Notebook-for-Google-Drive-2393344" target="_blank">here for the digital interactive notebook</a></b> and <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Introduction-to-Social-Studies-Interactive-Notebook-Graphic-Organizers-FREEBIE-1839930" target="_blank"><b>here for the paper interactive notebook</b>. </a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>4. Task Cards</b></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6sBjA4-gkg9iGIZBKo1SDzISGRKDVh500MA8is06upU_4tC3SRNrswBj31Slb8z0p3bZaRgytAtgQJ98zExnW7kMyK0eFPbgOnf_bgVz1vkmBAPiJ2rhM06FsPycUeofXjpGRq4p5Zrcdb6mC9w2eR4PnVP01HUZRc19Yl63SVak7Znrso0Au9CiglA/s768/Intro%20to%20Social%20Studies%20Task%20Cards%20Cover.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="768" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6sBjA4-gkg9iGIZBKo1SDzISGRKDVh500MA8is06upU_4tC3SRNrswBj31Slb8z0p3bZaRgytAtgQJ98zExnW7kMyK0eFPbgOnf_bgVz1vkmBAPiJ2rhM06FsPycUeofXjpGRq4p5Zrcdb6mC9w2eR4PnVP01HUZRc19Yl63SVak7Znrso0Au9CiglA/w200-h200/Intro%20to%20Social%20Studies%20Task%20Cards%20Cover.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span style="font-size: medium;">Last (for now!) but certainly not least are task cards. Task cards can be used as bell ringers, entrance tickets, exit tickets, station work and more! I alternate their use based on my class needs of the day, but they include brief writing prompts to encourage students to think critically about the content they are learning in class.</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">If task cards seem like something you'd like to add to your Introduction to Social Studies unit, <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Introduction-to-Social-Studies-Task-Cards-FREE-2022677" target="_blank">click here to download a free resource</a></b> of them from my TpT store!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>And Finally...</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Thank you for all you do for your students to bring history to life in your classroom and engage students in topics that will foster a love of learning. I hope these resources make your life a bit easier and save you valuable time in the school year.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">I absolutely <i>love</i> hearing from teachers like you. If you find the resources useful in your classroom, I invite you to leave me a note in the feedback sections and let me know how you used the activities in your classroom. I read every word and your notes mean so much to me!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Happy Teaching! </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Oh, and here's a link <b>(<a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Teachers-Prep/Price-Range/Free/Search:introduction+to+social+studies" target="_blank">click here!</a>)</b> directly to a page in my TpT store that lists all of these free resources in case you don't want to scroll back through the post. :)</span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701671172445412672.post-34233500770473462722022-07-27T04:00:00.016-07:002022-07-27T04:00:00.237-07:00Classroom Decoration Ideas for the Social Studies Classroom<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><font></font></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZK4WNoXo15Kg2VSlZteN9SzEJZwJ5ls7ECbVcSH7IpTQjGN6ja0Hx3zCM2yDSCBjE2ppnhF4z4rlYwtyOD4pble3HXt9PHKQPQQH4ARxAGZPsJGkIVv6iBNIZxlpChslU1VM5qOrx2xT7EVDRQc2GhJ5iXrL_LnapvZMBUKai0yUgG1oj8LQbqfKWxw/s1363/Classroom%20Decor%20Pic%202.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="1363" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZK4WNoXo15Kg2VSlZteN9SzEJZwJ5ls7ECbVcSH7IpTQjGN6ja0Hx3zCM2yDSCBjE2ppnhF4z4rlYwtyOD4pble3HXt9PHKQPQQH4ARxAGZPsJGkIVv6iBNIZxlpChslU1VM5qOrx2xT7EVDRQc2GhJ5iXrL_LnapvZMBUKai0yUgG1oj8LQbqfKWxw/w644-h362/Classroom%20Decor%20Pic%202.png" width="644" /></a></div><br /></div><span style="font-size: large;"><font><b>Every</b> </font><font>year in July I am drawn like a kid in a candy shop to the classroom décor section of any store. I can't help myself - it's just so exciting to imagine how my classroom will look when I return to school! While I'm definitely not rushing my summer vacation away by any means, there's just something special about the beginning of the school year that makes me smile...and begin envisioning how my classroom will look when my students first walk in the door.</font></span><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>If you teach middle school students, like me, there's just one <i>little</i> issue. All of those decorations are adorable...but definitely not designed for older kids. I love decorating my classroom and making it feel warm and inviting, but I also want to fill it with items not only themed to my curriculum, but that also add value to my students' academic lives. </span><span><br /></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>If this is a dilemma you're facing, too, here are some ideas to use in your classroom this year:<br /></span><span><br /></span></span></p><p><span><span style="color: #073763; font-size: x-large;"><b>1. Flags and Bunting</b></span><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;">Summer is a great time to purchase flags and bunting in the United States because there are always Fourth of July sales! I love running to Michaels, Target or Hobby Lobby after the holiday and grabbing new decorations for my classroom when I'm teaching American History or American Government. Flags and bunting are perfect for hanging around the classroom, on bulletin boards or over windows to easily make the classroom feel "homey" and themed to your year's curriculum! You can also make your own if you want a different color or pattern to match your personal classroom style.</span></p><p></p><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><span style="color: #073763; font-size: x-large;"><span>2</span><span>. Posters</span></span></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Why-Study-History-Posters-for-American-History-Classrooms-8246570" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoXgZjuzTXaM_ULXxrXtytifzGLRBvrCRhdYGbA_cc-bxKUToyYTpXpj9rlcJT-wyypK600FWrv5iBbR1NjpcZQDIJrU0XdrwLD7F-QzQastT9QucDFiOpVCttcweBDcOeApkKVpqSMpXsNQ-Dn_8I0TOp3Irj0FV3kktFEvpBI94RwZFIbOrw-tS8Qg/w210-h280/Slide1.PNG" width="210" /></a></div>Posters are a great way to decorate your classroom with your curriculum theme of the year while providing value to your students' learning. I've collected a few posters over the years like a copy of the Constitution, some motivational quotes and other history-related content. This year, I'm adding new posters to my decor. I had a ton of fun making them and I'm excited to continually reinforce these two questions: What is History? and Why Study History? There are three different sets, so if you are teaching <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Why-Study-History-Posters-for-American-History-Classrooms-8246570" target="_blank">American History</a>, <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Why-Study-History-Posters-for-Civics-and-American-Government-Classrooms-8246616" target="_blank">American Government / Civics</a></b> or <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Why-Study-History-Posters-for-Ancient-History-Classrooms-8246492" target="_blank">Ancient History</a></b>, check them out! :)</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #073763; font-size: x-large;"><b>3. Pictures</b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I love using pictures in my classroom! A small selection of personal pictures near your desk can help students see people and places that are important to you. I also love taking photos of students learning in my classroom, on field trips, as a class, etc. and posting them around the room. It really helps students to "own" the space and makes it feel personal to us for the school year!</span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #073763; font-size: x-large;"><b>4. Word Walls</b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;">A word wall is a portion of your classroom dedicated to showcasing the vocabulary you are teaching. The more students see and interact with content vocabulary, the better they will understand what it means and how it relates to their current studies. You can write these words on a white board or type and print them out to post in your classroom. I love using word walls that include images and definitions to reinforce what is being taught in the classroom. If you are looking for easy print-and-go resources, check out the <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Teachers-Prep/Search:word+wall" target="_blank"><b>Word Wall</b></a> section of <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Teachers-Prep" target="_blank">my TpT store</a></b>. The word wall resources are organized by unit so you can find what you need! :)</span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeCq5HSJ9Ate3vbgOxvkwDGBgn-0n2pv3UgjqM-LK4uy1wLcB3applBYPB-7pBHNc0eFy8BNwkGXav2jAtjK-nN-KE-iulohrKIxS9XrlZ0YehnEDRzADWRRCALX17gxxaB0YZNhzLwFZVk59gafqPI1ISMteCV4R_DmgfRT8JQsTlOg1g7zqyvmOQTA/s960/Posters%20and%20Word%20Walls%20Pic.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="398" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeCq5HSJ9Ate3vbgOxvkwDGBgn-0n2pv3UgjqM-LK4uy1wLcB3applBYPB-7pBHNc0eFy8BNwkGXav2jAtjK-nN-KE-iulohrKIxS9XrlZ0YehnEDRzADWRRCALX17gxxaB0YZNhzLwFZVk59gafqPI1ISMteCV4R_DmgfRT8JQsTlOg1g7zqyvmOQTA/w530-h398/Posters%20and%20Word%20Walls%20Pic.jpg" width="530" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><b><span style="color: #073763; font-size: x-large;">5. Student Projects / Work</span></b></div><div><span style="font-size: large;">I've saved the best for last! Student work is always the best "decoration" I can have in my classroom. Whenever I add new work to my walls or change a display, students are always keen to walk over at the beginning of class to see what is posted. As such, I always make sure to try and feature all the kids' art/projects/work at some point during the school year so that everyone gets the recognition they deserve! :) It also serves as a great example of what we've learned in recent units when visitors walk through our classroom. </span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">What other décor ideas do you have? I'm always on the look out for creative ideas for the classroom and I'm sure others are as well! Add your ideas to the comments - I'd love to read them! :)</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701671172445412672.post-40379155183548374912022-07-20T04:00:00.037-07:002022-07-20T08:27:02.839-07:005 Things Every Middle School Teacher Should Do on the First Day of School<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXChMXZFJO1lwIRnz3GJ2Ap2FI1Lg5EnW6U-MStQzsVSqLeFXrTuC1C6tkdj1b_n-_Hlf6NVIZN73m9dadxC7AOKYVdC5z7mrvmDLaYc5JLhTCS1w858GUO_rKmTinP1P_-VdMUOahHPXuzSiapUiFHNMVY0_Npz0JsaPyRbHZRF2tOMYsYnz-CNWw9g/s1368/First%20Day%20Middle%20School%203.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="770" data-original-width="1368" height="351" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXChMXZFJO1lwIRnz3GJ2Ap2FI1Lg5EnW6U-MStQzsVSqLeFXrTuC1C6tkdj1b_n-_Hlf6NVIZN73m9dadxC7AOKYVdC5z7mrvmDLaYc5JLhTCS1w858GUO_rKmTinP1P_-VdMUOahHPXuzSiapUiFHNMVY0_Npz0JsaPyRbHZRF2tOMYsYnz-CNWw9g/w622-h351/First%20Day%20Middle%20School%203.png" width="622" /></a></div><p style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><font style="text-align: left;"><b>It's</b> </font><font style="text-align: left;">the first day of school. Whether you've welcomed students into your classroom for many years or it's your first year ever, it's always exciting (and sometimes a bit terrifying!) to meet so many new students at the start of the year. You know you're going to spend the next year together and making a good first impression is the key to getting started on the right note. Here are 5 ideas to take with you into the new school year:</font></span></p><p><font color="#073763" size="5"><b>Tip #1: Over Plan</b></font></p><p><font size="4">In one of my first years as a teacher, I made the mistake of under planning for the first day of school. I worked so hard to make everything perfect but I didn't anticipate how <i>fast</i> some of the activities would be completed. As a result, I found myself looking up at the clock and seeing 15 minutes left of class staring back at me...along with 22 faces waiting to see what I had planned for them for the rest of class. Oops. I quickly added a small review game, but I felt so disorganized. I had put so much thought into the first day of school but had made a classic rookie mistake. With that in mind, my first advice for you is to over plan. Have a back-up activity or two already prepared in case you find yourself with some wiggle room at the end of class. If students see that you have fully prepared for their arrival on Day 1, you'll already be off to a great start.</font></p><p><font color="#073763" size="5"><b>Tip #2: Make a Seating Chart</b></font></p><p><font size="4"></font></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font size="4">I'm sure there are some benefits in allowing students to sit wherever they'd like on the first day of school, but it is definitely not a strategy that works for me! There are two big reasons I have a seating chart posted right when they walk into the classroom: it establishes order and parameters on Day 1 <i>and</i> I can call them by their name when we start our activities. I love seeing student's faces when I call them by their name within 5 minutes of entering my classroom. It immediately starts establishing the positive classroom community I strive to create in my classroom. They know my name and I know theirs! It shows them that I care about them as individuals. (And yes, I do keep a seating chart in my hand or nearby so I can discreetly refer to it during class - it takes me a few days to memorize all those new student names!) Having a seating chart also demonstrates that the classroom is organized and a plan is in place for their learning. It sets the stage for a great school year right away. </font></div><p></p><p><font color="#073763" size="5"><b>Tip #3: Change it Up</b></font></p><p><font size="4">I've made the mistake of spending half the class period (or more!) discussing my syllabus, classroom rules, procedures, etc. Talk about a BORING first day for the kids! Now, I change it up and make a point to select 3 or 4 different activities for an hour-long class. I usually start with a small icebreaker that doesn't put kids on the spot. Then I give kids my welcome letter which introduces them to the class and review over the parts I think are most important on Day 1. Then, we review some class rules and end with a few games / activities to get them talking and moving around. I spread out my classroom rules, procedures, syllabus, etc. over the first 2-3 days of school so as to not overwhelm the kids with too much information all at one time. They will appreciate you for it! </font></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">P.S. If you're looking for some fun digital activities for the first week of school, check out some of my favorites <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Digital-Back-to-School-Activities-for-the-First-Week-of-School-5745232" target="_blank">here</a></b>!</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Digital-Back-to-School-Activities-for-the-First-Week-of-School-5745232" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="418" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5oRlkz-2V0JCFPLNqikGjJgeihWjnhC_n5BUVbNBc-KjPk1bwFh5eb1VxtHnUbnup57pwBImKhpRgHIcjehmwtoe9YGRVikaWC7E8ENufoPaewEs129zgmOg8x4a1PvAgEfb0Gwe9MAzMu6qwEvueSTDhJcSjwxrEwMhTLS383LSVQxRL2JEZ8PPhLQ/w557-h418/Digital%20BTS%20Activities%202.png" width="557" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p></p><p><font color="#073763" size="5"><b>Tip #4: Choose a Game (or two!)</b></font></p><p style="text-align: left;"><font size="4">I love to host a game or two on the first day of school! Also called icebreakers, these fun little games or activities encourage students to communicate with each other and helps you learn more about their personalities right from the start.</font></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><font>Side note: </font>Icebreakers can make...or break...a child's confidence in your class on Day 1. Seriously. I love a good icebreaker, but never want to put a child in a position where they feel uncomfortable on the first day - this is the opposite of my goal of building a positive classroom community! This means I make sure to choose icebreakers that aren't going to put a singular student "on the spot" (like a solo skit/charades or solo public speaking role). Ultimately, it depends on the class and you know your students best, but sometimes those types of icebreakers are better left for later in the year when students know each other better and feel more comfortable in your classroom.</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">That being said, here are some of my favorites. (Some of these can be found in my Back to School Activity resources on TpT!) Check them out here for <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/6th-Grade-Back-to-School-Activities-and-Icebreakers-1340352">sixth</a></b>, <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/7th-Grade-Back-to-School-Activities-and-Icebreakers-1341035">seventh</a></b> and <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/8th-Grade-Back-to-School-Activities-and-Icebreakers-1341107">eighth</a></b> grade:</span></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>InstaFriend: </b>This activity gets students moving around the room and interviewing classmates! Their InstaFriend paper has a series of descriptions and characteristics. When they find a student who matches the description, they write their name on the box. Each name can only be used once!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Right or Wrong:</b> This activity is perfect for a class who loves skits. These skits are centered around our class rules, expectations and procedures. I first divide students into small groups of 2-3. Each group then randomly receives one of our class procedures or expectations. As a group, they have to work together to create two mini skits - one showing the RIGHT way to follow the expectation, the other showing the WRONG way. Hilarity ensues when showing the wrong way to follow a class rule. After each skit, I point out all the positive behaviors as well as reinforce the correct ways to conduct ourselves in the classroom. </span></p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Online Games:</b> Something new I tried last year was a great success: taking the classroom rules, procedures, policies, syllabus information, etc. and turning them into a fun online review game at the end of the week! The kids LOVED the games and it was a fun way to review. Some of my current favorite game websites are Blooket, Quizlet, Kahoot and Gimkit.</span></p></blockquote><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Teachers-Prep/Category/-Back-to-School-151692" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="370" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUbFM8imy1UQFHO9x7-bDSOKoi7rPCOoK6FvYsbHF2oBcsQBU3u-44mDE09gedsZXLkG5RdvU2_coHxcL8hHvrTBLhEJU6S46gnPlGlhiAbMJA0ZZsLkbRYnDPSdjJywIHGJE2VF0m_4thtGr-FRNJFaBveDU76Q2kEerbtHM9pk6EANUtBteWxodAaw/w493-h370/Back%20to%20School%20Activities.jpg" width="493" /></a></div><p><font color="#073763" size="5"><b>Tip #5: Dress for Success</b></font></p><p><font size="4">Every individual teacher has their own preference for clothes, so this is not a tip about wearing particular types of clothes or styles on the first day of school - just advice recommending that you dress to impress in a way that fits <i>your</i> style. When students walk into the room, they are making a first impression of you. What will it be? I make sure to dress teacher-professional that day because I want my students to see not only my classroom neat and organized, but also my appearance. My main goal is to convey that I take my time at school and their learning seriously and that I am organized and will conduct myself as someone who is approachable and professional. What you wear conveys your personality - both on a personal <i>and</i> professional note - to your students. They are watching carefully!</font></p><p><font size="4"><br /></font></p><p style="text-align: center;"><font size="5">There are SO many things to think about as you prepare for the first day of school. If you were creating your own list of 5 things every middle school teacher should do on the first day of school, what would it say? Add your thoughts to the comments section to help other teachers ace that first day, too! :)</font></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701671172445412672.post-47328593560207395602020-07-06T13:42:00.000-07:002020-07-06T13:42:11.532-07:00Digital Activities for the First Week of School<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kZfEDc-QKnA/XwOEE7jdVXI/AAAAAAAABOs/a6Hr1VnSzQcAQ3hJR4vNmsXm8ROGuASIwCK4BGAsYHg/s960/Digital%2BFirst%2BWeek%2BCover.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="469" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kZfEDc-QKnA/XwOEE7jdVXI/AAAAAAAABOs/a6Hr1VnSzQcAQ3hJR4vNmsXm8ROGuASIwCK4BGAsYHg/w625-h469/Digital%2BFirst%2BWeek%2BCover.jpg" width="625" /></a></div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><font size="6">The </font><font size="5">beginning of the 2020 school year is filled with unknowns. Even the types of our first week back-to-school activities are in question. What can we do with our students if they're being asked to stay at home through remote learning or socially distance in a classroom? </font><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><font size="5">Here are some ideas to get you started as you plan for the first week of a new, and very different, school year:</font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><font size="5"><b>1. Kahoot or Quizlet Live</b> <b>-</b> whether you and your students are physically in the classroom or you find yourself in a virtual classroom on the first week of school, Kahoot or Quizlet Live is a great option. Create your own game to review the classroom rules and procedures or review content that your students learned last year. Here's an <a href="https://kahoot.com/blog/2020/03/09/how-to-host-kahoot-remotely/" target="_blank"><b>article</b></a> from Kahoot about how to host your own game remotely on Zoom, Microsoft Teams and more.</font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><font size="5"><b>2.</b> <b>Charades</b> <b>- </b>after teaching students your classroom rules and procedures, ask them to play a game of charades with their group members in class or their virtual classroom. See if other students can guess which correct rule or procedure they're acting out!</font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><font size="5"><b>3. Online Student Survey -</b> Take your favorite parent and student surveys and go digital! Use Google Forms or Microsoft Forms to gather information about your class to help guide your communication and instruction throughout the year.</font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><font size="5"><b>4. Create custom Zoom or Microsoft Teams backgrounds -</b> Ask your students to use PowerPoint or Google Slides to design their own custom (school appropriate) background to use in their virtual classroom! It's a fun way to personalize their learning experience and make for interesting conversations during the first week of school. Here's a <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Digital-Backgrounds-for-Virtual-Classrooms-Zoom-and-Microsoft-Teams-compatible-5745355"><b>free set of backgrounds</b></a> I made just for you to download from Teachers Pay Teachers. :)</font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><font size="5"><b>5. Pre-Test </b>- Create a non-graded assessment for your students to take during the first or second week of school. While a pre-test might not be the <i>most fun</i> activity, it will allow you to understand your students' strengths and weaknesses and give them the opportunity to preview your tests in a low-stakes environment. I find this works best with secondary students. It takes the "scare factor" out of their first real assessment in my class at a later date.</font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><font size="5"><b>6. Website Scavenger Hunt</b> - our class websites are more important than ever this year. Create a virtual scavenger hunt (or one on paper, if you feel comfortable) and ask your students to seek the answers on your website! They'll be pros at navigating your site in no time.</font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><font size="5"><b>7. Email Rock Stars </b>- Teach your students how to send an email. This skill was not an area I have focused on in past years, but it will definitely be one of the first skills my students learn this year! To help them practice, I plan to send frequent emails to their student accounts to help them form a habit of checking their emails on a regular basis.</font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><font size="5"><b>8. Digital Back to School Activities -</b> I had so much fun creating 14 digital activities to use whether I'm in the classroom or teaching remotely this fall. The pages are on Google Slides but you can easily download them as PowerPoint files from within the Google Slides program. Check out the resource <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Digital-Back-to-School-Activities-for-the-First-Week-of-School-5745232?aref=euvc1jp7" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a>!</font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Digital-Back-to-School-Activities-for-the-First-Week-of-School-5745232" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="576" data-original-width="384" height="625" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nePNDYqrzXc/XwOKJfMcP0I/AAAAAAAABPY/55K0q-50cIMB3DcmaFGRrEjY_51-rERCwCK4BGAsYHg/w416-h625/Back%2Bto%2BSchool%2BPin.jpg" width="416" /></a></div></div><div><font size="5"><b><u>It includes:</u></b></font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div>1. Student Survey</div><div>2. My Favorite Things</div><div>3. Goal Setting Activity</div><div>4. Top 5 Memories</div><div>5. All the Feels (Emoji Activity)</div><div>6. Classmate Bingo</div><div>7. Student (Peer) Interview</div><div>8. My Learning Style</div><div>9. The Techie Tip Sheet</div><div>10. Fact or Fiction?</div><div>11. Letter to My Future Self</div><div>12. I'm Ready - a writing activity to review the classroom policies and procedues</div><div>13. Selfie Scrapbook</div><div>14. Questions for the Teacher</div><div><br /></div><div><font size="5">Have you thought of any other fun activities to welcome students back to school in a remote or socially distanced environment?</font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><font size="5">Share those ideas in the comments section!</font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div style="text-align: center;"><font size="5">Happy Teaching!</font></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701671172445412672.post-60308554676064028432018-03-05T04:00:00.000-08:002018-03-05T04:00:16.080-08:00Reflection Connection: March<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">Ah, March, how I love your warm days and the promises of Spring Break...but oh how I grumble at the thought of the busy testing season that lies ahead. In April the testing season begins in earnest, and no matter how confident I feel, there's still this little nagging voice that whispers, <i>"Are we ready?"</i> I think it's just latent testing anxiety that originated in my youth, but nevertheless, it persists. That brings us to our reflection of the month: </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">When establishing my classroom routine at the beginning of the school year, I find that bell ringers are the perfect way to bridge the gap between transition times (movement between classes) and the start of our class activities. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">In my mind, a bell ringer should be relatively simple - a question or series of questions that prompts students to recall recent content, utilize previously learned skills to apply them to a new question or encourage them to think critically about a topic we've studied in class. I also want to ensure that the bell ringers are novel, engaging, yet consistent on a week-by-week basis. Whew! That's a tall order!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">In my quest to create such engaging, novel and consistent bell ringers for Ancient History classes, I decided on five different topics: Map Skills, Critical Thinking Skills, Vocabulary Terms, Quote of the Day and Growth Mindset. Thus, the<b> <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Social-Studies-Ancient-History-Bell-Ringers-Bundle-3590524" target="_blank">Ancient History Bell Ringers</a></b> resource was born!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The purpose of the <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Social-Studies-Ancient-History-Map-Skills-Bell-Ringers-3575418" target="_blank"><b>Map Skills Bell Ringers</b></a> is to reinforce the map concepts that you've taught your students in class on particular ancient regions or even to be used to introduce the location of a region for the first time. I've used it both ways. If my students have completed a mapping activity the day or two before, I like to start class the next day with one of these bell ringers as a review. I've also used them on the first day of a new unit to encourage students to dive into our classroom resources to identify major land and water features on a map of the ancient civilization. Not all questions are map identification skills-based. Many others prompt students to think critically about the geography of a region and the impact the land had on the people who lived there. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Social-Studies-Ancient-History-Vocabulary-Bell-Ringers-3587835?utm_source=http%3A%2F%2Ftheteachersprep.blogspot.com%2F&utm_campaign=Ancient%20History%20Vocabulary%20BR%20Post" target="_blank"><b>Ancient History Vocabulary Bell Ringers</b></a> are the perfect companion to the Ancient History Interactive Notebooks as they use key terms chosen from the concepts covered in the INBs! Of course, the vocabulary words aren't specific to those INBs and are based on typical concepts covered in Ancient Civilizations courses in middle school and can be used separately from them. On the days that I use these slides to introduce new vocabulary, students use the corresponding activity sheets to write the definition of the vocabulary word in their own words, draw a picture or symbol to represent the word and use the term in an original sentence. The more access and use students have of these new terms, the better they'll be able to grasp them and use them frequently within our unit.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">There were some very interesting, thoughtful and wise people who lived in ancient times! Each of the slides in the <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Social-Studies-Ancient-History-Quote-of-the-Day-Bell-Ringers-3575445?utm_source=http%3A%2F%2Ftheteachersprep.blogspot.com%2F&utm_campaign=Ancient%20History%20Quote%20BR%20Post" target="_blank">Quote of the Day Bell Ringers</a></b> resource has a quote from a historical figure in ancient times. I love choosing a person that lived during the time we are studying in school and asking the students the prompts on the slide: "What does this quote mean? Do you agree or disagree? How does this quote relate to an event in history or in your own life?" Students respond to each of the questions on their activity sheet for the day and keep it with their other bell ringer activity sheets in their binder. It's a simple activity that prompts students to think critically and deeply about a historical quote. It also gives them an opportunity to make a personal connection of use higher order thinking skills to link it to a particular event in history.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I LOVE critical thinking questions, don't you? Each slide in the <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Social-Studies-Ancient-History-Critical-Thinking-Bell-Ringers-3586331?utm_source=http%3A%2F%2Ftheteachersprep.blogspot.com%2F&utm_campaign=Ancient%20History%20Critical%20Thinking%20BR%20Post" target="_blank">Ancient History Think About It Bell Ringers</a></b> resource poses a question that prompts students to think critically about a concept related to ancient civilizations. Some of my favorite questions are those that prompt students to imagine that they've traveled back in time to see or experience something. They love thinking about history as if it's alive around them! The response sheet for the days I use these questions asks them to summarize the question before responding. There's plenty of room on the response sheets for students to record their thoughts and I always ask some students to share their thoughts to the prompts.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Erin's <a href="http://imlovinlit.com/blog/" target="_blank"><strong>blog</strong></a> is filled with great ideas for middle school language arts teachers. I love her tips on using interactive notebooks and her general advice on being successful in a middle school classroom. She always has wise words to offer her readers!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Sara writes about all things reading and language arts on her <a href="http://www.secondarysara.com/" target="_blank"><strong>blog</strong></a>. As a social studies teacher, I love using her blog to gain helpful tips on creating engaging writing activities for my own students and learning about ways I can support the ELA teacher on my team.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Noelle is a math teacher extraordinaire! Her <a href="http://www.maneuveringthemiddle.com/" target="_blank"><strong>blog</strong></a> is chock-full of ideas to engage students in math class. Her website is beautifully designed and her content is relevant and insightful. She even has posts that appeal to teachers who teach other subjects, like this one that I love: <a href="https://www.maneuveringthemiddle.com/12-creative-incentives-middle-school/" target="_blank"><strong>12 Creative Incentives for Middle School</strong></a>. Your math colleagues will thank you for passing it along to them!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Stephanie's <a href="https://stephanieshistorystore.com/" target="_blank"><strong>blog</strong></a> is perfect for middle school social studies teachers. She has tips on teaching kids in middle grades and writes about fun and engaging ideas for history classes. I loved her blog post about <a href="https://stephanieshistorystore.com/2017/06/13/a-favorite-way-for-students-to-analyze-historical-images/" target="_blank"><strong>analyzing historical images</strong></a>!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Beyond a beautifully designed <a href="http://www.thescienceduo.com/" target="_blank"><strong>blog</strong></a>, The Science Duo are known for writing tons of helpful posts specifically for science teachers in secondary grades. I love their idea for a <a href="http://www.thescienceduo.com/archives/408" target="_blank"><strong>domino review game</strong></a> - it's definitely a post I'm passing along to my friends in science class!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Heather's <strong><a href="http://www.2brainyapples.com/" target="_blank">blog</a></strong> is designed for teachers looking to go the extra mile for their students. You can feel her passion for teaching exploding from her posts. Although she writes about a variety of subject matters, one of my go-to posts is about <a href="http://www.2brainyapples.com/2016/11/using-primary-sources.html" target="_blank"><strong>using primary sources in the classroom</strong></a>. She brought up a lot of important points that every social studies and language arts teacher should read, in my opinion! We should all strive to use more primary sources in our units. :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Jennifer's <a href="https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/blog/" target="_blank"><strong>blog</strong></a> is a powerhouse of content for teachers and administrators. I could spend hours pouring over the posts on her blog. One area in particular that I find unique and relevant are her <strong><a href="https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/category/working-together/" target="_blank">posts on educator collaboration</a></strong>. I firmly believe that by working together, teachers can create resources of the highest quality. Collaboration <em>can</em> be really tough...but it can also be one of the most beautiful experiences on campus.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Rachel's <strong><a href="http://minds-in-bloom.com/blog/" target="_blank">blog</a></strong> is well-known for creating helpful content for teachers in many grade levels and always features stellar blog posts from guest writers. From parent involvement in the classroom to novel ideas to excite kids in pretty much every subject in school, Rachel's blog is a great resource for every middle school teacher.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">February is the month of pastel hearts, cupid's arrows and little treats to show you care. In the spirit of love and all things wonderful, this month's Reflection Connection gives us an opportunity to consider what we love most about being an educator. Some of us are definitely in difficult positions or are dealing with a lot of stress at work. Still, it's important to regularly reflect on the positive aspects of life to keep everything in perspective. :)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong>My Response:</strong> I love so many aspects about being an educator that it's pretty hard to choose just one! I love finding and designing lessons that make history come alive for my students and I'm very blessed to have supportive teammates and colleagues who collaborate to create engaging activities and a positive atmosphere. Most of all, I love working with students to instruct them in historical content and teach them life and social skills that they can use in the years to come. Middle school can be a confusing and exciting time in a young person's life. I'm thrilled that I get to guide them along in their journey, even if for just a brief time.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"></span> <span style="font-size: large;">I love teaching students about the Constitution. It can certainly be challenging, but there's a beauty to the document that's undeniable - after all, it's one of our country's founding documents! I love to encourage my students to explore it in depth, debate it's principles and understand that it's a "living" piece of our government. Finding ways to link it to modern news stories is always interesting and my students love seeing the modern day implications of the decisions our Founding Fathers made two centuries ago. While nothing can truly beat studying the actual text of the Constitution, there are some useful websites that help bring it to life in new ways. Without further ado, here are my favorite websites for teaching the concepts in the Constitution:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong><span style="font-size: x-large;">National Constitution Center Games:</span></strong> Along with creating that amazing interactive Constitution resource I mentioned above, the National Constitution Center also has a page with games that reinforce Constitutional concepts. There are four to choose from - the "Which Founding Father Are You?" activity was fun <em>and</em> educational! Click <strong><a href="https://constitutioncenter.org/learn/educational-resources/games" target="_blank">HERE</a></strong> to visit the site.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Did I miss any websites? If so, let me know in the comments. I'm always on the hunt for great resources for my classroom!</span></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701671172445412672.post-50830901802689992542018-01-15T06:00:00.000-08:002018-01-15T06:00:00.255-08:00How to Use Reader's Theaters in Middle School<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">One of my favorite ways to engage my students in historical content is through the use of reader's theaters. Reader's theaters are small skits that students read aloud either in small groups or to the whole class. I use them in social studies and they are commonly used in ELA. I'd love to see more geared towards science content as well! Here's how I use reader's theaters with my middle school students:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Before using a reader's theater skit, I determine if there's any vocabulary words that my students need to understand. If so, I teach them the key words first.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I've used reader's theaters both to introduce <em>and</em> reinforce content. That's the beauty of this type of activity - each teacher has full discretion over when to use it! I always use them as a whole class activity. I choose some students (usually volunteers) to play the roles and provide each student with a script. Since I use many reader's theaters throughout the year, I ensure that every student has the opportunity to be part of at least one skit. Usually there's plenty of roles for students to become historical figures multiple times throughout the year. As the small group reads and acts out the skit, the rest of the class watches and listens quietly. Since the skits are short, engaging and informative, the students LOVE to watch their peers!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">After the reader's theater ends, I hold a brief class discussion to asses student understanding of the content. If you purchase the reader's theaters from my <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Teachers-Prep?utm_source=https%3A%2F%2Ftheteachersprep.blogspot.com%2F&utm_campaign=Reader's%20Theaters%20Store%20Link" target="_blank"><strong>TpT store</strong></a>, there are 5 discussion questions already included. I use that time to address questions, take student comments and connect the skit to the concepts we've been learning in class.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">From start to finish, the whole process usually takes 20 - 30 minutes depending upon the amount of time needed during the prep phase. Overall, they are an efficient and engaging way to reinforce my classroom content!</span></div>
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<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-3tiQT8eoNfM/WZibBMZAorI/AAAAAAAAA-A/7l44hkEF8MAsAl5AzBSCsjxBYPZvaWL1wCLcBGAs/s1600/Declaration%2Bcover%2B3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="768" height="320" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-3tiQT8eoNfM/WZibBMZAorI/AAAAAAAAA-A/7l44hkEF8MAsAl5AzBSCsjxBYPZvaWL1wCLcBGAs/s320/Declaration%2Bcover%2B3.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="font-size: large;">If you're interested in trying one out in your classroom for <strong><span style="color: red;">free</span></strong>, click <strong><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Declaration-of-Independence-Readers-Theater-FREEBIE-2638248?utm_source=https%3A%2F%2Ftheteachersprep.blogspot.com%2F&utm_campaign=Reader's%20Theater%20Freebie" target="_blank">HERE</a></strong> to download the Declaration of Independence Reader's Theater Freebie from my TpT store.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">To see all the Reader's Theaters currently offered in The Teacher's Prep store, click <strong><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Teachers-Prep/Category/Reader-s-Theater-230720?utm_source=https%3A%2F%2Ftheteachersprep.blogspot.com%2F&utm_campaign=Teacher's%20Prep%20Reader's%20Theaters" target="_blank">HERE</a></strong>! I'm adding to the collection all the time.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Finding ways to connect with other teachers online is easier than ever if you use the right hashtags! Hashtags are words or phrases preceded by a pound (#) sign. They are used to group posts by topic to make searching for pictures, statuses, tweets, etc. easier. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">While many hashtags will connect you with other educators, some are more popular than others. I love using hashtags to find new social media accounts to follow while gathering inspiration from fellow teachers. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Before you jump into the world of education hashtags, think carefully about how many hashtags you're using on your posts. </span><a href="https://blog.bufferapp.com/a-scientific-guide-to-hashtags-which-ones-work-when-and-how-many" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">Buffer</span></a><span style="font-size: large;"> suggests only using two for Twitter while on Instagram you can get away with 11 and still see a high level of engagement. Click </span><a href="https://blog.bufferapp.com/a-scientific-guide-to-hashtags-which-ones-work-when-and-how-many" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">here</span></a><span style="font-size: large;"> to read the blog post on Buffer to learn more.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here is a list of some of the most popular hashtags that educators are using on Instagram, in no particular order:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">#teachersofinstagram</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">#teachersfollowteachers</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">#iteachmiddleschool</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Have I missed any? Leave a comment below and I'll look into it! :)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The first days of January always feel so full of promise. We set goals for the new calendar year and make plans to grow personally and professionally. This entry in our reflection journals is a very personal one and honestly quite challenging to write. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong>My Response:</strong> So often we are asked to think of how we can improve...always implored to think of ways we can increase the learning gains of our students. It's important that we reflect and improve our practices, but it's equally important that we consider what we have already achieved and "toot our own horn" to celebrate our own selves. This month, reflect on your incredible talents and the things you do to change the lives of your students. You are amazing - recognize it! :)</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701671172445412672.post-16180231853672487922017-12-04T05:00:00.000-08:002017-12-04T05:00:05.893-08:00Reflection Connection: December<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">YOU GUYS! I feel like a little kid this time of year because I LOVE the Christmas season! As soon as Thanksgiving is over, I'm whisking out all of the decorations and blaring Christmas music in the house. It's truly the most wonderful time of the year! This month's Reflection Connection is all about joy. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I always get so excited when I find YouTube videos that supplement my lessons perfectly. Some are funny others are purely informational but all the ones I choose fit specific parameters that I'm looking for in a particular lesson.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Revolutionary War is one of my favorite topics to teach because I find that era of American History so fascinating! I love finding ways to bring the content to life in my classroom and brief videos help students to learn in engaging ways. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here are my favorite YouTube videos for teaching about the Revolutionary War (in no particular order). </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I think it's safe to say that we've all seen this one before, right? <em>I</em> remember watching it when I was in school! It is geared towards younger students but I still think it's a fun way to reinforce the battles of Lexington and Concord. I usually show it at the end of class when we finish learning about those battles. The kids think the tune is catchy and (surprisingly!) several in each class have never seen it. I guess that means I'm old. ;)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I LOVE this YouTube video! It goes through many major events of the Revolutionary War and feels very cinematic. I don't show the entire video at once. Rather, I show it section at a time to correspond with our studies. The whole video is just under 20 minutes but each section is approximately less than 5 minutes (sometimes shorter).</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Kristina makes learning about the American Revolution extra fun. She creates clever and engaging videos that are PERFECT for middle school students. They're informational <u>and</u> humorous. A perfect combination for that age group.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I hope these help you jumpstart some fun lessons on the Revolutionary War! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Happy Teaching!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I love November because it kicks off the start of the holiday season in my house! Delicious food, more time to spend with friends and family and thinking of all the things I'm thankful for in my life make this season truly special.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><strong>Entry 4: <span style="color: #0b5394;"><em>What do you feel thankful for in your life?</em></span></strong></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong>My Response:</strong> At school, I'm most thankful for supportive colleagues who are always ready to collaborate with each other and constantly put students first. At home, I'm thankful for the unconditional love and support of my family. Life isn't always perfect, but the people around me sure do make it fun! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Now it's your turn: What are you most thankful for in your life?</span></div>
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