Retrieval practice is a powerful learning strategy focused on actively pulling information out of your memory instead of just reading or reviewing notes. In US History, retrieval practice is critical to helping students succeed in high stakes testing like the AP test or the EOC test in many states Why is retrieval practice important? If you have taught for any length of time, you know ... Read More about How I Use Retrieval Practice in US History
Top Travel Essentials and Hacks
The older I get, the more I value travel and the travel essentials that make it easier!. Traveling the world and making memories is my happy place. As a history teacher, I love seeing the places I teach about and I enjoy bringing this history back to my students. Good quality travel essentials and hacks have become an obsession of mine. Here are some ways to make your travel incredible. ... Read More about Top Travel Essentials and Hacks
Reviewing the Tough TEKS for US History
If you’ve taught for any length of time, you know that reviewing tough US History TEKS/topics is critical for student success on STAAR. You can teach the heck out of a tough topic in September, but by the test in April, the memory of those lessons are long gone. Reviewing the tough topics is critical. Here are my ideas for teaching the tough TEKS. First things first . . . . don’t let up on ... Read More about Reviewing the Tough TEKS for US History
Constitution Activities that rock!
You’ve taught the Constitution to the best of your ability. You look out at the faces of your students and they are blank. I feel your pain. Teaching the Constitution is hard, especially to younger students. The question is, “What kinds of Constitution activities will help them apply what they know and help them remember?”Every year I teach the Constitution I want to try something new. It’s ... Read More about Constitution Activities that rock!
The Most Awesome Timeline Activity Ever!
Let's be honest. Timeline activities can be really boring for students. Most of the time, students are just copying off a website or book and aren't doing any critical thinking! Adding a little competition and fun create the best timeline activity ever! Enter: Timeline Races! Making a timeline doesn't work. The skill of sequencing can be tough for many students! It’s important ... Read More about The Most Awesome Timeline Activity Ever!
US History Vocabulary Review Activity That Rocks!
US History vocabulary review can be fun and student centered! Using the game Envelope Races, students can review US History vocabulary in a competitive way. Do your students struggle with US History vocabulary? If you have taught History for any length of time, you know that some vocabulary is just HARD to learn, apply and remember. Popular Sovereignty anyone? What about Political ... Read More about US History Vocabulary Review Activity That Rocks!
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