Social Studies/History
Explore and share tips, strategies, and resources for helping students develop in the social sciences.
A Beginner’s Guide to National History Day
National History Day—which, despite the name, runs through the school year—is powerful project-based learning for middle and high school students.Climate Justice Projects Combine Science and Citizenship
Schools and districts can help students make connections between course content, environmental issues, and public policy.103How to Promote Strong Writing Skills in Social Studies
Learning how to write well is essential for effective communication, and students benefit from getting a lot of practice in classes beyond English.492Reinventing AP Courses With Rigorous Project-Based Learning
A new study shows that when implemented well, AP courses built around project-based learning can raise test scores for all students, including those in traditionally underserved demographics.4.7kHow to Engage Students in Historical Thinking Using Everyday Objects
Asking students to examine their own possessions from the perspective of a historian in the future helps them sharpens their analytical skills.3k4 Black Philosophers to Teach Year-Round
Weaving philosophy lessons into your curriculum can tease out bigger questions about identity, human rights, and artistic expression.1.8kUsing Gamification to Increase Engagement During Hybrid Learning
Games that take students on a quest can invigorate social studies and strengthen bonds among learners.3.4kA Trauma-Informed Approach to Teaching the Colonization of the Americas
Preparing for the emotions that may arise from discussions of genocide and oppression can help teachers avoid traumatizing students.2.6k7 Books That Give Students an Inclusive Look at United States History
These books explore history from the perspective of marginalized groups such as BIPOC and members of the LGBTQ community.2.4kProviding Deeper Context in Lessons on Indigenous Peoples
Teachers planning lessons on Native Americans can paint a fuller and more accurate picture with carefully curated resources.3kA Social and Emotional Learning Framework for Addressing Tough Topics in Social Studies
Combining a news-writing approach and an SEL problem-solving framework gives students a way to start discussing events like the insurrection in January.461Scaffolding Discussion Skills With a Socratic Circle
Students deepen their understanding and build a sense of community by engaging with their peers’ reasoned arguments.11.9kDoes Our Natural Affinity for Games Have a Place in the Classroom?
When one teacher organized his students into teams of competing barbarians, they embraced learning about ancient Rome.1.4kExploring Social Justice Issues Through PBL
The open-ended work in project-based learning can help students explore issues that matter to them.3.5kMorning Meetings From Pre-K to 12th Grade
Daily discussions and team-building activities meet the physical, social and emotional, and spiritual needs of students.12.9k