Elizabeth LeichtleUsing Core Social Studies PracticesThroughout the semester, we have had the opportunity to dive into the various core social studies practices. We have been able to look at…Dec 12, 20174Dec 12, 20174
Elizabeth LeichtleTeaching Kids about Environmental AwarenessWhen teaching, it is important to recognize that you (the teacher) cannot possibly be an expert in all of the topics you teach. In fact…Nov 19, 2017Nov 19, 2017
Elizabeth LeichtleDefining Fairness in a 1st Grade Classroom· Learning Objective: Practice democratic decision making skills and discuss the concept of fairness for all involved in a given situation…Oct 30, 20171Oct 30, 20171
Elizabeth LeichtleinThis Is Social StudiesThe U.S.’s Worst Oil Spill in History: Examining the FactsDominant narratives overpower the media world we live in today. News sources, articles, books, etc. often portray these dominant…Oct 21, 20172Oct 21, 20172
Elizabeth LeichtleImmigration Policy Reform: What needs to be done and how students can helpAmerica has been known as a melting pot for decades due to the countless immigrants who have entered the country, through ships back in…Oct 4, 20172Oct 4, 20172
Elizabeth LeichtleInferring How Native Americans Felt Upon the Arrival of ColumbusCompelling Question: How would you feel if your community was forcefully overtaken by another group of people?Sep 27, 20171Sep 27, 20171
Elizabeth Leichtle“Doing” Social Studies Every DaySocial studies is a broad topic that encompasses many smaller components, such as history, psychology, current events, sociology…Sep 20, 20171Sep 20, 20171