In my 8th grade Social Studies class, my students and I spend some time exploring the concept of rights and… Read more Social Studies: Exploring Rights and Responsibilities
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European Exploration – The Why
Before I begin exploring the concept of European exploration with my middle school Social Studies students, I like to spend… Read more European Exploration – The Why

A Capital Activity!
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!

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