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History Class Revisited

Tools and Projects to Engage Middle School Students in Social Studies

By: Jody Passanisi

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History Class Revisited

Tools and Projects to Engage Middle School Students in Social Studies

By: Jody Passanisi

Learn new approaches to teaching history in middle school so students are more engaged in the big ideas and eager to examine the world around them. Co-published by Routledge and MiddleWeb, this practical guide will help you consider the unique needs of middle schoolers, who are in the midst of many social and emotional changes and need to see why the study of history matters to their own lives. Author Jody Passanisi shares helpful strategies and activities to make your social studies class a place where students can relate to the material, connect past history to present events, collaborate with others, think critically about important issues, and take ownership of their learning. Topics include: Reading and analyzing primary and secondary sources for deeper comprehension of historical issues Developing a written argument and defending it with supporting details and cited sources Examining the social context of a historical event and tracing the historical underpinnings of present day issues Using field trips, games, and Project Based Learning to make learning history a fun and interactive experience Assessing your students’ progress using self-reflection, projects, essays, and presentations The appendices offer resources for each of the topics covered in the book as well as reproducible Blackline Masters of the charts and diagrams, which can be photocopied or downloaded from our website (http://www.routledge.com/products/9781138639713) for classroom use.

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Routledge

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Chaos to Context

A Parent’s Guide Through the Middle Grades

By: Jody Passanisi

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Chaos to Context

A Parent’s Guide Through the Middle Grades

By: Jody Passanisi

This book is your roadmap to successfully navigating your child’s middle school years! Marked by significant physical, cognitive, and emotional changes, this period poses unique challenges that can have a profound impact on middle-grade students' academic performance, social and emotional well-being, and overall development. This book provides the knowledge, resources, and strategies needed to successfully navigate these challenges while creating a nurturing and supportive environment. In addition to covering topics such as puberty, changing social dynamics, identity exploration, digital literacy, and self-advocacy, chapters also provide resources for further reading and reflection questions to inspire dynamic discussion between parent and child. Parents, caregivers, and educators of middle school students will find the support and guidance in this book invaluable as they help their student foster growth, resilience, and success while navigating this key period of change.

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Taylor & Francis

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1040256139

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History Class Revisited

Tools and Projects to Engage Middle School Students in Social Studies

By: Jody Passanisi

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History Class Revisited

Tools and Projects to Engage Middle School Students in Social Studies

By: Jody Passanisi

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History Class Revisited

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