If you’ve been watching the news, you’ve most likely seen that schools all over the United States have been closed due to COVID-19. There’s a lot of confusion and fear right now, and as a teacher, I have quite a few thoughts about the school closures and COVID-19 that I wanted to share. Fear for […]
Spring Break Bucket List for Teachers
When spring break finally arrives, it’s hard to figure out what we teachers are going to do with that time! So why not make a list, whether you’re just starting spring break, or yours begins in April, start making a plan so you can look back and feel it was time well spent! House project […]
36 History Books to Learn About the Past
Learning about the past is so important, and as a social studies teacher, I encourage it through whatever way you want to learn. One way to learn about history is to read history books. Historical fiction books are a great and easy way to learn history – sometimes it even happens accidentally. Below is a […]
40+ Abbreviations in Education… And What They Mean!
1. AD: Athletic Director. The athletic director is a position within a school building and a district that is in charge of all things sports. Hiring coaches, setting up games, requesting transportation, and managing the sports facilities are just some of their duties. 2. ADA: Americans with Disabilities Act. This act ensures that students cannot […]
10+ Free Middle and High School Social Studies Resources
Let’s be honest – creating lessons is SO FUN, but it is also so overwhelming sometimes. Often times, teachers borrow our lessons from so many places, but sometimes it’s hard to find reliable sources. Below is a list of resources that I’ve found for Social Studies (that are free!) and I will continue to update […]