Make History Come Alive: Teaching the 2025 Presidential Inauguration

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The 2025 Presidential Inauguration, set for Monday, January 20th at noon ET, offers a powerful teaching opportunity that bridges past and present. More than just a ceremony, inaugurations serve as living snapshots of American politics, culture, and society throughout our nation’s history. While the political nature of this event may create sensitive moments in the … read more »


One Word for the New Year!

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What if you decided on one word to guide your life for the upcoming year instead of a lengthy New Year’s resolution? That is the idea behind the one word project. Choosing one powerful word that resonates with you and your goals to direct you through the new year. The one word project is an … read more »


Cozy Up With a New Book in December!

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December is Read A New Book Month! Teacher self-care in December is important. What better time to cozy up with a new book? Reading isn’t just enjoyable—it’s beneficial for your wellbeing. Studies show it reduces stress, promotes relaxation, provides an escape, enhances focus, and improves brain function. While finding your next great read can feel … read more »


Outdoor Maker Activities: Embracing the Changing Seasons

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As summer winds down and we approach the early days of fall, there’s still plenty of time to enjoy outdoor maker activities. While July’s Parks and Recreation Month may have passed, the pleasant weather of late summer and early autumn provides perfect opportunities to get creative outside. Let’s explore some engaging maker activities you can … read more »


Teaching Students About Deepfakes & Modified Images

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The modification of media has been happening for a very long time. The image above was published in 1902 as a depiction of General Grant at City Point. According to the Library of Congress, this is actually three photos combined in to one: the head is from an image of Grant at his Cold Harbor, … read more »