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Charlie Brown Thanksgiving
One crazy idea I had a few years ago, was to ask students to use the scene were Snoopy is making the Thanksgiving dinner and create a budget for hosting a similar one. This can be a fun project because it allows you to share a simple meal and gets them to use online shopping…
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Teaching WW2: War Crimes, Genocide , and Crimes Against Humanity
Today in 1945, the War trials began in Nuremberg, Germany. These events would shed light on the atrocities designed and perpetrated by Nazi Leadership. However, the actions of other nations must also be addressed and discussed.
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TMIH Space Exploration: November
November:
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Leave Twitter Now
After this last week of ridiculous events on Twitter, aka X, I can not stress enough the need for teachers, schools, and school districts to leave the platform completely. Elon Musk must no longer be allowed to benefit from educators content creation. If you are wondering what new reasons beyond my previous posting just read…
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TDIH 272 Words
The Power of 272 Words: The Historic Context of the Gettysburg Address Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address on November 19, 1863, during the dedication of the Soldiers’ National Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. In a concise yet powerful speech, Lincoln reflected on the sacrifices of those who perished in the Battle of Gettysburg and emphasized…
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TDIH: Superman Dies
“The Death of Superman” (1988): A Watershed Moment in Superhero Storytelling In 1988, DC Comics delivered a seismic shock to the comic book world with “The Death of Superman” storyline. Penned by writer and artist Dan Jurgens, this narrative arc marked a watershed moment in superhero storytelling, challenging the conventions of invincibility and mortality that…