Category: History and Social Studies

  • Chinese Lunar New Year

    Teaching on an A/B semester schedule means that students in my history classes won’t always have my class during the Lunar New Year events. So, today I decided to make a short post to show what I use for my Chinese New Year lesson; so that, you can use them during the next two weeks…

  • TMIH Space Exploration: January

    January:

  • CIC: Guy Delisle

    Canadian author Guy Delisle creates travel graphic novels, providing insight into global cultures and societies through detailed illustrations and narratives.

  • 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.

  • Faye Wilson

    A missed opportunity to interview my late mother inspires the importance of capturing family stories.