Connecting Historical Ideas in 8th Grade ELA
When an 8th grader looks at a historical event, they often see a static fact rather than a moving machine of choices and outcomes. Learning to identify cause and effect is essential for historical analysis. The lesson Connecting Ideas and Events in History helps... read more
Teaching 6th Grade Science and Genetic Mutations
Near the middle of the school year, the science curriculum often feels like it is moving at triple speed.When you reach the heredity unit in 6th grade science, you might find yourself pressed for time as you balance lecture notes, lab materials, and the inevitable... read more
Strategic Digital Media in High School English Presentations
We have all seen it in the classroom. A student stands up for a speech, clicks to a slide, and puts up a wall of text that repeats exactly what they are saying. The visual does not add anything. It is just decoration. If you want to move your ninth graders past the... read more