Let's talk about how to teach our students all about the Regions of Texas! There are four regions of Texas each with their own unique landforms, flora, fauna, and attractions. Regions of Texas are always fun, but they are even more fun when your students have actually traveled to the different regions, which usually at least one student has … [Read more...] about Regions of Texas – Texas History
50 Student Rewards That Don’t Cost a Thing
The discussion has been had over and over again. Should students be rewarded for doing what they are supposed to do already? I am not here to start a debate on this one. I will say I have had students who respond extraordinarily well to rewards, or reinforcers as some would prefer to call them. They are not the end all and be all of classroom … [Read more...] about 50 Student Rewards That Don’t Cost a Thing
Map Skills and Geography – Texas History
Map Skills and Geography are the first full unit that I teach in Texas History with my 4th graders. This unit is full of information that we will use all year long. I work my hardest to make this unit engaging to peak their interests and keep them excited about social studies! If you would like to check out other entries on setting up your … [Read more...] about Map Skills and Geography – Texas History
Ways to Refresh Over the Summer
This past weekend I was running around with a chicken with my head cut off, as one does on a day when EVERYTHING is scheduled, and it donned on my that summer is half-way over for most teachers. I don't know why, but a sense of horror washed over me. It occurred to me, that for the most part I am still in teacher mode. I have still been pouring … [Read more...] about Ways to Refresh Over the Summer
Setting Up Your Texas History Interactive Notebook
Are you looking to start a Texas History Interactive Notebook? Interactive Notebooks, or INBs, are a great way for students to organize their notes and responses to refer back to later. By using a Texas History Interactive Notebook students are able to organize their learning and keep it for the future, which I am sure all of them do. 😉 In … [Read more...] about Setting Up Your Texas History Interactive Notebook