Engaging Ancient and Medieval China Unit Activities
Teaching ancient and medieval China can feel like a daunting task. Unless you have studied the topic in depth, you may feel unsure about where to start. These topics are rich in history, innovation, cultural development, and fascinating stories that students truly enjoy learning about. Teaching ancient and medieval China truly is important! The good […]
Resources for Teaching Medieval Europe
Medieval Europe is one of those iconic time periods that instantly captures students’ attention. For this reason, teaching medieval Europe is always a highlight for me. From knights and castles to serfs and the Crusades, this era offers endless learning opportunities. In this post, we’re sharing two of our favorite resources for teaching Medieval Europe. […]
Engaging Activities for Teaching the Medieval World
Teaching students about the medieval world is one of my favorite subjects to teach. The Medieval times feel so different from the world we live in today, and it’s fascinating to see students imagine what life might have been like centuries ago. It’s also fun when they notice the surprising similarities that still exist! This […]
History Courses: 3 Mega Bundles to Save You Time
As the school year gets into full swing, many teachers begin to feel more settled in some ways, yet more overwhelmed in others. I like that I know my students better and routines are in place, but now the workload of prepping, marking, and maintaining strong communication is at its peak. On top of that, […]
Bringing the Renaissance to Life: Engaging, Low-Stress Resources for the Classroom
The Renaissance is widely recognized as one of the most transformative periods in world history. The word Renaissance comes from the French words “re” (again) and “naissance” (birth), meaning “rebirth.” Spanning roughly 1300–1600 CE, this era followed the devastating Black Death, an event that some sources estimate wiped out nearly half of Europe’s population. Following […]
CER in History
Are you always looking for ways to deepen student learning? Honestly, this is a natural concern for teachers! Due to their intense passion, they always search for creative ways to make learning more complex. Thankfully, using CER in history does this! The Claim-Evidence-Reasoning approach ensures students take content beyond the surface level and transform their […]
Teaching Medieval Europe
Are you always looking for ways to excite students to learn the history of the world? Honestly, it is tough! Students often do not realize how the past impacts the present. Similarly, they do not realize the importance of learning about other countries and time periods. Thankfully, all of that changes when teaching Medieval Europe! […]
Deep Dive Learning: The Power of Stations in World History
Teachers work tirelessly to create activities that challenge students to think deeply. Additionally, they constantly think about designing activities that help students actively discuss the material rather than sitting back and listening. Thankfully, deep dive learning: the power of stations in world history is ready to transform education. When using stations in world history, students […]
Online Classroom Games Your History Students Will Love!
Are you searching for a unique way to engage your students in your history class that allows them to have fun while also learning? Look no further! Our Tower of Progress online classroom games are designed to make primary source reading engaging, collaborative, and downright thrilling for your classroom. The Concept: Building Knowledge, Literally Imagine […]