Not Another History Teacher

Bureaucracy Project

“Mom, may I have $40?” is a question that so many students can relate with. Typically, your classroom will be filled with students who always want the next best thing. For instance, this may be a pair of the latest Nike shoes or the coolest Beats headphones. Or, it can be the day-to-day spending, … [Read more...] about Bureaucracy Project

High School and Elementary School Buddies

Once students enter high school, they may often become frustrated over a standard school routine. Often, this is nothing against the classes or teachers. Instead, it is over wanting to gain more independence and freedom. Instead of fighting against this desire, teachers can use it to create amazing … [Read more...] about High School and Elementary School Buddies

Political Ideology Lesson

As students get older, they realize more about political parties. Thus, they learn how intense and heated political debates can be. Due to this, they often wonder which party their teachers belong to or who their teachers support. However, teachers have to be cautious in a political ideology lesson … [Read more...] about Political Ideology Lesson

Cuban Missile Crisis Simulation

John F. Kennedy once said, “our most basic common link is that we all inhabit this small planet.” When he stated this, he was reminding citizens that everyone still lives on the same planet. While people may be separated by oceans, seas, and hundreds of miles, we all work to protect the planet. … [Read more...] about Cuban Missile Crisis Simulation

Stations in the High School Classroom

If someone was to walk into an elementary classroom, they may see students working with crayons, scissors, and glue. If someone was to walk into a middle school classroom, they may see students working in small groups sharing different ideas. In both of these grade bands, students are having fun … [Read more...] about Stations in the High School Classroom

Start Leaving Work at Work

After teaching 4 different preps, interacting with 80+ students, and handling endless paperwork, teachers leave the classroom feeling exhausted. However, few actually get to leave school empty-handed. Instead, so many are carrying home computers, papers to grade, and lessons to fix for tomorrow. Due … [Read more...] about Start Leaving Work at Work