History-Themed Chapter Books for Upper Elementary Students
In addition to read-aloud picture books, I also encourage my students to read history-themed chapter books. Fortunately, we have a wide variety of chapter books…
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Virtual Field Trip Idea: Museum of the American Revolution
Unless you live in Pennsylvania, you probably can’t load the school bus and head to the Museum of the American Revolution. I had the privilege…
“Teaching Virtually” – Ideas & Resources for Upper Elementary Teachers
Are you making a temporary switch to virtual teaching? I have received many panicked emails from teachers asking for ideas and resources for taking their…
Why study history? A Story for Upper Elementary Students
I want ALL of my students to love coming to social studies class. Honestly, most of them do but I get a few reluctant students…
All About Women in the American Revolution
Women in history are often glossed over but the truth is that the American Revolution would not have been won without the help of women.…