Category: History and Civics

  • Diversity in the Classroom: T’Challa to Steel

    The article offers a selection of comic books featuring Black characters, from mainstream publishers, presenting ideas for their use in educational discussions and accompanying resources.

  • Sports Washing: Russia, China, Qatar

    The phenomenon of “sports washing”, using sport events to divert attention from political controversies, is noticeable at Olympics and World Cups in China, Russia, and Qatar.

  • TMIH Space Exploration: January

    January: January 3, 2019 – Chang’e 4 Lunar Landing: China’s Chang’e 4 became the first spacecraft to successfully land on the far side of the moon, opening new possibilities for lunar exploration. January 27, 1967 – Apollo 1 Fire: A cabin fire during a pre-launch test killed three American astronauts, Gus Grissom, Ed White, and…

  • TDIH: Great Britain Declares War

    The War of 1812 transcended nationalist views and had global repercussions. To impart a holistic understanding, engage students in activities like mapping key interests of involved nations, interpreting diverse primary sources, and simulating diplomatic negotiations. Utilize online resources and emphasize critical thinking to weave the global narrative, fostering a vibrant, interconnected view of history.

  • Unlocking the Riches of Richard II: A Classroom Exploration

    This blog explores Shakespeare’s Richard II, its historical context, its main character, and his tragic end, providing strategies for integrating the play into classroom teaching, emphasizing its cross-disciplinary potential.

  • TMIH Space Exploration: December

    December: December 14, 1972 – Apollo 17 Moon Mission: NASA’s Apollo 17 mission, the final lunar landing of the Apollo program, explored the moon’s Taurus-Littrow region. December 15, 2015 – SpaceX’s Falcon 9 First-Stage Landing: SpaceX achieved a significant milestone by successfully landing the first stage of its Falcon 9 rocket back on Earth after…