http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/28928.aspxSun, 30 Aug 2009 20:31:38 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:28928NoreenOf course the answer to the question “What courses do I need to take to become a Social Studies teacher?" depends on a number of factors. Potential teachers pursuing a Master’s Degree and their teacher’s certification will face a longer list of requirements than those looking to only get certified. To obtain a master’s deg...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/37567.aspxMon, 01 Jun 2009 22:29:28 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:37567AmandakshannonIt is important that children begin to learn about diversity at a young age. This lesson incorporates a variety of activities that will encourage children to explore the diverse situations around them. A Lesson in Self Discovery Young children are very aware of their surroundings and the differences between those around them. Children notice differ...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/34928.aspxWed, 13 May 2009 19:40:26 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:34928ericagreenEngaging students in a history lesson over Lewis and Clark is no easy task, even for experienced teachers. Consider supplementing a class lecture with field day activities. These projects provide students with hands-on experiences, making the lesson more meaningful. Activity 1: Winter Counts Native Americans told the story of their year through...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/3735.aspxTue, 05 May 2009 01:04:37 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:3735LauriePatsalidesThe beginning of the school year is a great time to teach students about the reason that they say the Pledge of Allegiance. I use this as a shared reading and social studies lesson in the primary classroom. A Review of Shared Reading Shared reading is when students "share" in the reading with the teacher. Students enjoy the thrill of prac...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/27086.aspxWed, 25 Feb 2009 22:29:07 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:27086NoreenCareers in Education are turning out to be recession proof. Find out more about this fact and how to get the education that will help you take advantage of it. The current financial crisis has people looking for new careers that can weather the recession or ways to improve their skills and make them invaluable to an employer. At the same time, many...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/12148.aspxWed, 19 Nov 2008 00:56:42 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:12148bcroninThis is a four part lesson plan on discovering Native Americans. Students will separate fact and fiction about Native Americans. Students will focus in groups on several tribes and learn in detail about their lives. Students will re-create a tool or other object common to their selected tribe. Overview This is a four part lesson that will teach stu...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/13060.aspxWed, 29 Oct 2008 09:28:08 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:13060BetdenisStudents write and perform imaginary commercials in this popular drama game. This activity can lead to discussions and assignments in other school subjects, such as Social Studies and English. The Drama Game Write a Commercial for a Product That Does Not Exist! Divide students into groups of 4 or 5. You will need to give them time to work and plan ...