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Social Studies Soundtracks: Using Music to Teach Social StudiesMay 2, 2025 • By Debbie Bagley NEWSLETTER At first glance, social studies and music might seem like two separate subjects, but…
Scaffolding: What is it and Why is it Important?Apr 10, 2025 • By Studies Weekly NEWSLETTER What is Scaffolding? One of the greatest satisfactions in life is learning something new…
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Classroom Behavior Management Ideas to TryMar 28, 2025 • By Debbie Bagley NEWSLETTER Teaching children to manage their emotions is essential in the 21st century. A unique and effective way…
Teaching Irish American HistoryMar. 10, 2025 • By Studies Weekly NEWSLETTER You only need to walk into a store and see St Patrick’s Day decorations to know Irish Americans have…
The Impact of a TeacherMar 03, 2025 • By Debbie Bagley “You may not always see it, but your presence in this world has left ripples far beyond what you…
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Teaching with Primary Sources in Social StudiesFeb. 25, 2025 • Studies Weekly It’s often difficult to connect students to the real-world, real-time applications of events from history and the real…
Picture This: Using Bilateral Drawing to Recenter and DestressFeb 3, 2025 • By Debbie Bagley Because classroom behavior issues continue to rise in frequency, I am constantly looking for effective…
Building Community and Classroom Connections in the New YearJan 06, 2025 • By Debbie Bagley It can be difficult to adjust back to school after the holidays. To curb burnout…
Game On! Learning Games to Elevate Student EngagementDec 06, 2024 • By Debbie Bagley I love to hear ways teachers make learning engaging and fun by adding elements of gamification…
Fine Motor Magic: Activities to Strengthen Little HandsNov 07, 2024 • By Studies Weekly Hello everyone! I hope you all are doing well! I was recently talking with a…
Play-Based Learning Activities to Try This FallOct. 7, 2024 • By Debbie Bagley Play-based learning is a teaching method that gives children opportunities to explore and engage in joyful hands-on…
Get up and Move! 9 Movement Activities to Try With Your StudentsSep 06, 2024 • By Debbie Bagley Hello everyone, Welcome to fall! School is in full swing by now,…
Help Calm your Elementary Students with these Breathing ExercisesAug 6, 2024 • By Debbie Bagley Focusing your breathing with various exercises can bring a sense of calm and comfort, as…
The Nationwide Reading StruggleJan. 19, 2023 • By Studies Weekly Even before the start of the pandemic, national reading scores were dropping. Now, with schools back in-person, many teachers are…
10 Summer Tips to Prepare a Great ClassroomJun. 6, 2024 • By Studies Weekly Creating a great classroom involves thoughtful planning and preparation to ensure the space is welcoming, engaging,…
Educator’s Guide to Improving Student AttendanceMay 28, 2024 • By Studies Weekly Education in the United States has changed since the 2020 pandemic and still faces many lingering challenges due…
You Have Primary Sources in Your FamilyMay 10, 2024 • By Studies Weekly Primary sources transport students through history. They help students understand what real people of the past saw,…
How to Make a Class Time CapsuleMay 8, 2024 • By Debbie Bagley As the school year winds down, many teachers search for something meaningful to celebrate the close connections…
How to Teach Soft Skills in Elementary SchoolMay 6, 2024 • By Studies Weekly In elementary school, students learn and refine an immeasurable number of skills. They develop math, reading,…