
Interactive Maps: Bring U.S. Geography to Life in the Classroom
In many of our classrooms, we have pull-down maps on the wall. Let’s be honest about how they rarely see much action. Maybe they get
In many of our classrooms, we have pull-down maps on the wall. Let’s be honest about how they rarely see much action. Maybe they get
Taking tests isn’t at the top of any kid’s list of favorite things to do. Whether it is the annual standardized test or an end
Teaching geography can sometimes feel a little dry. Not just for our students but even for us as teachers! When we take the time to
It was the summer of 1998, and I had attended at least 30 interviews looking for the school where I could establish myself as a
Ah, young love. There’s something so sweet about the way students start navigating relationships, especially in the sixth grade. It’s a time of major transitions,
I’ve always been fascinated with state symbols! Growing up, I loved discovering there’s a symbol for just about everything. Trees, flowers, birds, you name it.
Ah, it’s that time of year when germs seem to be lurking around every corner. One minute, you’re feeling fine. The next, you’re waking up
Learning and building vocabulary in sixth grade is such a game-changer! At this level, the words get more complex. We’re not just talking about names
If you asked my first year teaching self about the impact of color on my students’ learning, I probably would have given you a generic
As the crisp air starts to settle in and the leaves begin their colorful transformation, it’s the perfect time to embrace fall in our classroom.
Using timelines to explain Colorado state history is a powerful way to help our students connect the dots between events and see the bigger picture.
I always get a kick out of teaching latitude and longitude! It feels like we’re embarking on a treasure hunt every time we use coordinates