Category Archives: Social Studies

Finding What Works in the Classroom 2.24.11

Posted on February 24, 2011 by

Temperature in Wasilla, late morning, 20°F, little wind Teachers want to know what works in the classroom to facilitate student learning and to achieve growth in their learning. The research-based document,What Works in Classroom Instruction by Robert Marzano, Barbara Gaddy, … Continue reading →

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More Lessons & Ideas to Fill Your Sled!

Posted on August 7, 2010 by

August is upon us, and we teachers know the clock is ticking towards that first day of school. In July, I posted clip art to help you with bulletin boards, room decorations, and more. You got a great start with … Continue reading →

Posted in Elementary, High School, Language Arts, Language Arts, Language Arts, Messages from Martha, Middle School, Science, Science, Science, Social Studies, Social Studies, Social Studies

Lessons From Herb Brambley

Posted on November 29, 2009 by

(Under construction.  Links to be added soon.) Lesson 1: Introduction to the Iditarod Sled Dog Race; Grades 2-8; Geography, Social Studies, and Science; This lesson introduces how climate relates to lifestyle and culture. Lesson 2: The Alaskan Husky; Grades 4-8; Technology, … Continue reading →

Posted in Curriculum, Elementary, Environmental Education, Environmental Education, Environmental Education, High School, Math, Math, Math, Middle School, Science, Science, Science, Social Studies, Social Studies, Social Studies, Technology, Technology, Technology

Meet Target® 2010 Iditarod Teacher on the Trail™Herb Brambley

Posted on June 22, 2009 by

Herb, along with his wife Jamie, who is a librarian, live in a log home they built and now share with 3 huskies, 5 cats, and a mule.  Herb is a K-6 environmental education and technology teacher at Southern Fulton … Continue reading →

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