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Using Visuals to Easily Teach the Gilded Age

Posted on October 25, 2021October 25, 2021 by Michele Luck

Though the Gilded Age can be taught with many different resources, methods, and styles, visual aids are key. Primary Source Analysis is heavy during the Gilded Age. Using visuals, visual analysis, and primary source analysis allow for easy comprehension during...Read More

Drawing Games in the Classroom: Themed Variations on the Urban Game

Posted on January 6, 2020July 25, 2020 by Michele Luck

You've likely heard of the Urban Game that is spreading like wildfire. An interesting exercise for secondary Social Studies classes, the teacher rapidly instructs students to modify a big paper drawing of an urban city. At the end of the...Read More

How to Plan a World Religions Lesson in 5 Minutes or Less

Posted on January 22, 2019July 25, 2020 by Michele Luck

Let's face it. Whether you're a first-year teacher or a seasoned educator, lesson planning can be a time-consuming, dreaded activity. Core content, standards, modifications, learning styles, diversification; there is just so much... well, planning. In the modern age of the...Read More

Have You Found Your Game?

Posted on August 18, 2014July 25, 2020 by Michele Luck

Most Social Studies classrooms and synonymous with heavy reading and content learning. They are seldom discussed in terms of play, fun, or interaction. And that is sad! So, Have You Found Your Game? Playing games is HISTORIC, and in the...Read More