Need any last-minute Martin Luther King Day activities? E-Lessons are the answer! They are inexpensive, simple activities, ranging anywhere from around $2 – $5. The least expensive option currently in stock is a mini-book on Martin Luther King, Jr. by Evan-Moor. It’s reproducible, and tells of 3 ways in which he impacted our lives. Be [...]
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Women Heroes of World War II
January 3rd, 2012 
admin Women Heroes of World War II doesn’t just give us dramatic tales of women who risked their lives for others. It also reaffirms the fact that ordinary people are capable of doing extraordinary things. Each story introduces a woman with courage who braved personal danger to help others during the war. Outside of Marlene Dietrich, [...]
Native American Activities
December 19th, 2011 admin When studying early American history, you just can’t beat hands-on Native American activities that don’t need much prep work! Evan-Moor puts out an eBook called “Theme Pockets: Native Americans” that fits the bill! Download the eBook, and choose from the 4 “pocket projects” that help you teach Native American traditions in 4 different regions. Choose [...]
Make a Timeline Book with a Timeline Template
November 19th, 2011 admin Make a Timeline book with a Timeline Template available online! SchooleBookStore.com carries “How To Make Your Own Blank Timeline Book,” which simplifies everything. Just download the ebook, print out the templates, and put it all together with some cardstock, a three-hole-punch, and a notebook. Be Sociable, Share! Tweet
Revolutionary War Historical Fiction
August 24th, 2011 admin Recently I was asked to review 2 books whose stories revolved around battles of the Revolutionary War. The first book, Patriots, gives an up-close description of life in Boston during the War and the Patriot and British experiences on Breeds Hill, known to most of us as The Battle of Bunker Hill. The second book, [...]
Egypt History Project: Make a Pyramid out of Sugar Cubes!
June 18th, 2011 admin When teaching Ancient Egypt for elementary kids, a great Egypt History Project is to have them Make a Pyramid out of Sugar Cubes! The kids love this project, and you don’t have to do much preparation. Just be sure to warn them that this is not to eat!! Also, be sure to use Tacky Glue, [...]
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No Comments »History Pockets by Evan Moor
June 17th, 2011 admin One of the best sources for easy, hands-on social studies activities is the History Pockets series of books. These books provide hands-on history activities without much planning or preparation for the teacher. Each title in the series is packed with projects on one historical time period or theme, which you can photocopy for every student. [...]
