Introduction: As we approach November 11th, the significance of Veterans Day takes center stage in our classrooms. It’s a time to educate our students about the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who’ve served in the armed forces. To help you commemorate this day with a visually impactful and educational project, we’re excited…
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Classroom Routine with Engaging Bell Work
Welcome back, fellow educators! As we dive into another exciting school year, I’m thrilled to share a valuable resource that will transform your classroom routine into engaging learning experiences. Say hello to our Weekly Bell Work Template! What is Bell Work? Bell work, also known as “bell ringers” or “morning work,” is a quick activity…
Understanding and Commemorating Patriot Day
September 11th is a date etched in the memory of every American, a day that forever changed the course of history. It’s a day that history teachers can use as an opportunity to educate their middle to high school students about the significance of Patriot Day. In this blog post, we’ll explore the meaning behind…
Back-to-School Strategies for Teachers
How to Foster a Vibrant Classroom Building a strong classroom community is essential for a successful academic year, and it starts with getting to know your students on a personal level. Let’s explore effective strategies that will help you connect with your students and foster a supportive and engaging learning environment. 1. All About Me…
How to Prepare for a New School Year
Do you ever enter a moment of mental paralysis the moment you realize that your summer break has come to an end? Do you enter panic mode when trading in your days at the beach for the classroom? Well for anyone in the teaching profession, it can be quite daunting to shift course and prepare…
Activities We Love in the History Classroom
Do you have days where you want a quick and engaging lesson that helps students master content? Well over the course of my teaching career, I’ve seen the gamut of options. And yet I always seem to come back to some tried and true options time after time. This new “Classroom Activities We Love” series…
Reasons To Open Your Tpt Store
If you’re considering opening your own teachers pay teachers (Tpt) store, then you must know your “why”. While making some extra cash is a clear motivator for all sellers, having other goals can be just as rewarding. When I choose to create Deconstructing History, the first thing I did was make a “why” list. I…
The Journey to Starting My Teachers Pay Teacher (Tpt) Store
When I first decided to embark on my Teachers Pay Teachers (Tpt) journey, I was quickly paralyzed by fear. Yes, you heard it – mind and body numbing fear! Which is quite ironic considering I’ve been teaching for over 18 years and have done so much in that time. And yet, putting my lesson plans…