Integrate Social Studies and Writing – Quick Tips & Ideas
If you are looking for ways to integrate social studies and writing, you’ve come to the right place! I’ve been teaching these two subjects together…
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How to Teach Economics in Grades 5 & 6
If you’ve been wondering how you should teach economics to your 5th graders and/or 6th graders, you are in the right place. When I was…
How to Use 18th Century Artifacts to Teach Colonial America
If you teach about Colonial America, you’ll definitely want to include a few 18th Century artifacts in your lessons. When students are able to see…
How to Prepare Substitute Teacher Plans and Activities
Every fifth grade teacher needs ‘ready to go’ substitute plans for those unexpected absences that pop up from time to time. We’ve all been there……
How to Teach Types of Maps – Upper Elementary
If you’ve been wondering how to teach the several types of maps that your students need to know, you’re in the right place! Ever since…