Recently, my students and I (yes, I am learning too!) were exploring life in medieval Japan, focusing on a period… Read more A Capital Activity!
Category: Learning Activities
Deepening Understanding Through Fashion
I was teaching a unit on medieval Japan and we were exploring the lives of Japanese uji, or noble families.… Read more Deepening Understanding Through Fashion
Rich Learning Experiences
One of the strategies I enjoy employing in my class is the use of creative culminating assessment projects. Dr. Douglas… Read more Rich Learning Experiences
JFK Assassination Google Doc Project
Each year, around the 22nd of November, I put my U.S. history class on hold and I introduce my middle… Read more JFK Assassination Google Doc Project
Making the Past Relevant
This year I moved from 8th Grade Social Studies to 7th Grade and the biggest challenge I am dealing with… Read more Making the Past Relevant
Slammin’ Science Pinball Project
The Science teacher on my 8th grade team, rock-steady rockstar Mary Gamache, put together a great collaborative project you might… Read more Slammin’ Science Pinball Project
Useful Discussion Topics
I was browsing Reddit.com one day and found this thread entitled What can a person learn/know right now in 10… Read more Useful Discussion Topics
Combining Student Council Elections and Our Annual DC Trip
Every year, our 8th Graders go on a trip to Washington DC to explore the nation’s capital. This year’s trip… Read more Combining Student Council Elections and Our Annual DC Trip
Cool Hollywood Musical Project
I just finished a long unit and wondered if there was a more engaging way to assess student understanding. With… Read more Cool Hollywood Musical Project
Fun Internet Meme Activity
A while back I wrote about teachers using humor in the classroom. And, as cool as it is, do you… Read more Fun Internet Meme Activity
Educational Exploits 