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Teaching Ancient Rome to Your Middle Schoolers

Ever find yourself knee-deep in a project, pouring your heart into it, and then eagerly anticipating that sweet moment when it finally hits the real

Get your students excited to learn everything about ancient Egypt with these engaging ancient Egypt teaching resources.

Engaging and Inspiring Ancient Egypt Teaching Resources for 5th-8th Grade

One of my absolute favorite units to teach to my middle schoolers is the Ancient Egypt unit. The time period of the ancient Egyptian civilization

Teaching algebraic expressions is not only fun but easy with these tips and tricks sure to help your 6th and 7th graders master this concept.

How to Teach Algebraic Expressions to 6th and 7th Graders

Have you ever found yourself pleasantly surprised by something you created for a colleague or friend? That’s exactly how I feel about my Algebraic Expressions

Celebrate Pi Day with fun and exciting hands on activities your students will love!

Sensational Ideas for Celebrating Pi Day in the Classroom

As Pi Day approaches, the excitement in the air is palpable. There’s something genuinely thrilling about witnessing students of all ages, from the wide-eyed curiosity

Up your geography game with these fun and exciting Ancient China resources to teach all about the history and geography of China.

Ancient China Activities: Exciting Interactive Learning

Prepare to step into the vibrant tapestry of Ancient China, where history isn’t confined to dusty textbooks but comes alive in a symphony of color,

Use this incredible resource to teach your students all about the 50 states and capitals this year.

The Ultimate Guide to Teaching U.S. States and Capitals

We all have that one unit that might not light up our excitement radar when we open our curriculum maps to see what’s next. The

Use these fun and informative activities to engage your students in learning all about the rich history of Colorado.

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 are a great way to get your students excited about learning about different countries, cultures, and peoples from the past in a fun way they will love.

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

Learn about the possibilities and benefits of clubs in school.

Clubs in School: Nurturing Student Development and Unleashing Hidden Talents

Being a middle or high school teacher is about more than just delivering classroom lessons. It’s about nurturing young minds, sparking that passion for learning,

Empower your students for success with student-led conference tips and tricks like these.

Student-Led Conferences in the Spotlight

Think back to that first day of school when your students walked into the classroom, filled with nervous energy and uncertain smiles. As the weeks

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The Best Back to School Activities for Kids

I’ve put together some back to school activities for kids that will get everyone in the school spirit! It’s that time of year again! Time

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3 Great End of Year Suggestions for Teachers

You might be done or very close to being done for the school year. Still, I wanted to cover 3 great end of year suggestions