History classroom

As secondary teachers, when it comes to decorating we often don’t know where to start. Sometimes, we just don’t have the time or energy to devote to another long project with possible m…

I’m excited to be teaming up with more than two dozen secondary ELA teachers to give you ideas on how to incorporate comfort and joy into your classroom (and to give you the chance to…

Why I don't review the syllabus on the first day of class in high school and what I do instead. Fun first day of school activities and icebreakers!

Access the above chart by clicking on the graphic or the headline. Access the article below, here. "What effect do different classroom seating arrangements have on student participation? What does your learning space reveal about your teaching philosophy? Should teachers or students decide who sits where? In today’s article, we take a look at what the research says. "Learning spaces come in all shapes and sizes, from rectangular rooms built for 30 students where you can close the door on the…

by Susan Kapuscinski Gaylord, mom and author of Handmade Books for a Healthy Planet: Sixteen Earth Friendly Projects From Around The World. Making

Today, on the blog, I am sharing 15 of my favorite Amazon finds that I use in my classroom.

Happy August! We got home from our six day road trip last night, and now it’s time for me to buckle down and start thinking about BACK TO SCHOOL. Our first teacher work day is August 17th, so I’m less than two weeks away now… In honor of that, I thought I’d bring back “Teaching Tuesday”...Read More »

I love review games in my US History class! Who doesn't enjoy their students reviewing content? Here's how you can play Jenga in your history classroom.

Travel the Map themed decorations for your classroom.