Let's Teach History

Use this easy trick to reframe your lesson, and you're sure to have increased student engagement!   Intro music clip of  "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0

While we are teaching, why not try to make better human beings in the process? History provides many examples of things we should and should not do.  Visit my webite for a list of character traits and examples that you can use in your class.   Intro music clip of "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0

How to find interesting facts to grab your history students' attention and tips for making sure those facts are reliable.   Intro music clip of "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0

In this audio version of a blog post, I'll talk about the one thing that will help you and your students be happier and more content which will help create a more peaceful environment in your classroom.

Tune in to learn how I use a class quiz, videos, sorting activity, and "Fakebook" assignment to teach my students about Columbus and the Columbian exchange.

Where can you find props to help you make your American History class more interesting? Listen and find out where I found simple but useful props and decorations for my classroom that grab my students' attention.

What does the Titan sub tragedy have to do with teaching history? It's not what you think.   Intro music clip of  "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0

What should you do during the summer to prepare for teaching next year? Take a break! Well, that's obvious (and essential). But there are small things you can do during the summer to help you get started on the right foot next year.   Intro music clip of  "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0

An easy and creative way to let students showcase a large amount of knowledge on a subject in your US History class is to have them create pamphlets. Tune in for teaching tips and directions on how you can access your free download.   Intro music clip of  "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0

In this episode, I'll show you a way to quickly plan out your entire US History course.  I'll also discuss a few ways to get caught up if you are behind, and you'll learn why it's not the end of the world if you don't cover all of the content in the book.   Intro music clip of  "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0

In this episode, I discuss the importance of documenting student behavior and give you an easy way to do so.  Stay tuned for interesting facts at the end!   Intro music clip of  "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0

In this episode, I discuss the importance of documenting student behavior and give you an easy way to do so.  Stay tuned for interesting facts at the end!   Intro music clip of  "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0

In this episode, I'll tell you how to use a fun facts quiz in your classroom to grab your students' attention.  I'll also give you some awesome (and little-known) facts about Thomas Edison.   Intro music clip of  "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0

In this episode, I discuss what you should put on your board so that students, administrators, and others know what is going on in your classroom.  Stay tuned for interesting facts at the end!   Intro music clip of  "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0

In this episode, I'll discuss the importance of having a plan beyond what your school provides in case you ever have to deal with an active shooter.  Stay tuned at the end for an update.   Intro music clip of  "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0

In this episode, I'll talk about the importance of getting up and moving around your classroom.  Stay tuned for interesting facts at the end!   Intro music clip of  "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0

In this episode, I'll discuss a fun, quick activity to help your students understand casualty rates of the Civil War.   Intro music clip of  "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0

In this episode, we'll look at how to use a box full of fun props in your classroom.  I'll also tell you which props are helpful to have and where to get props for little or no money.   Intro music clip of  "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0

In this episode, we'll look at activities and other resources to help you teach your students about the Mexican-American War.  Don't forget to check the show notes below for free notes and assignments to use in your classroom.   Intro music clip of  "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0

In this episode, I'll discuss free resources to help you teach the Tariff of 1828 and the Nullification Crisis.   Intro music clip of  "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0

In this episode, I'll discuss how to teach about John Adams and the important events of his presidency.  You'll get resources to help you cover the XYZ Affair, the Quasi-War with France, and the Alien and Sedition Acts.  Be sure and check out the show notes for all of the resources I mention!   Intro music clip of  "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0

In this episode, I discuss over 20 resources that will help you teach about the causes of the American Revolution!   Intro music clip of  "I Dunno"  by Grapes  CC BY-ND 3.0