Basic Map Skills 101: A Simple Guide for 6th Graders
If you’ve ever tried teaching basic map skills to 6th graders, you know it can be a bit like navigating uncharted territory. Those directions, scales,
Social Studies
History of Colorado: Forging a Rich Tapestry with Diverse Groups
If you’re anything like me, you’re fascinated by the stories and people that have shaped the great state of Colorado. We’re talking about the breathtaking
History Interactive Notebooks in the Modern Classroom
One of my favorite parts about teaching history is showing my historians how it’s a big story separated into chapters! We all know that history
Country Research Projects Explored: Unveiling Hidden Treasures Of The World
In today’s super-connected world, raising kids who are aware of the bigger picture is more crucial than ever. We want them to embrace different cultures
Teaching the Civilizations of Ancient Mesopotamia through Fun Activities
Do your students learn about the civilizations of ancient Mesopotamia in school? You can teach them about this fascinating time period through fun activities. With
Easy 4th of July Crafts for 6th Graders
Preparing some easy 4th of July crafts that will make the day fun, festive, and a sight to behold will make your holiday a great
How to Build a Salt Dough Map from Scratch
I recently made a salt dough map as an example for one of my resources, and I was amazed at how quick and easy it
Colorado Landforms Unit – Interactive Material with Geography in Mind
As I set out to write about Colorado history, I knew I needed to cover Colorado landforms. Little did I know this unit would become
3 Interactive Notebook Rules that yield Success in the Classroom
I have three interactive notebook rules that must be followed in my classroom. They not only bring about calm and strengthen classroom management, but they
Card Sorts: Sorting is the Real Magic
Card sorts are a mental process where educational material is analyzed and categorized based on given or created criteria. Utilized throughout multiple subjects with lots
The Triumph of Interactive Notebooks: Philosophy and Benefits
It’s no secret that interactive notebooks have my unwavering support. I discovered them in my first teaching assignment, and they were our main way of
Digital Interactive Notebooks Feature a New World of Opportunity
Interactive notebooks have been around for years and years, if not several decades. Digital interactive notebooks, on the other hand, have just recently burst onto
