Sunday, July 29, 2012

Turning Students into History Detectives: Episode 1

Ever wondered how to light up your elementary classroom students for reading and learning about the past -- that is, about History? Maybe you've got a great textbook or series you want to introduce ... but the kids are sitting back and letting you do all the work. Here's a short podcast with a simple exercise that turns on the investigative side of most students. Let me know how you adapt it for the kids you care about.

1 comment:

Beth Kanell said...

One teacher in St Johnsbury, Vermont, is turning this exercise into an approach to music. How will you shape this to your own practice? Share your ideas if you have a moment.

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