Teaching 7th Grade Science on Gravitational Attraction
A parent once asked me why their child’s feet stayed on the floor even when they jumped as if the ground were magnetized. It is the kind of question that reminds us that gravity is an invisible force we take for granted until we try to explain it to a... read more
Teaching the Rise of the Samurai in 7th Grade World History
When we look at our 7th grade social studies curriculum, the transition from the imperial court to a military government is a moment where students really need to slow down and track the shift in power. If you are preparing to teach this era of history, The Rise of... read more
Teaching the Rise and Fall of the Roman Empire in 7th Grade
You likely hit this point in your year-long map of seventh grade social studies and realize the pacing has tightened up. Between assessments and the sheer amount of ground we have to cover, finding time to break down how a superpower actually breaks down can be a... read more
7th Grade ELA Lesson on Identifying Historical Text Structures
Teachers often face tight deadlines and a crowded curriculum calendar, making it difficult to cover every literacy standard with the time it deserves. Managing historical units while balancing state testing requirements leaves little room for extra lesson planning,... read more