Springdale Social Studies

November 1, 2020 - Monthly News & Updates

BLENDED-TO-THE-BONE

Each month I'll be sharing some FREE tips & tools to help us along this blended learning journey. This month's line up:

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12 Social Media Inspired Templates

Take graphic organizers to the next level by using these newly updated social media Slides templates!

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40+ Digital Escape Room Templates

Escape rooms are all the rage and you can now make them digital and use in the classroom. This post not only gives you templates, but it also explains how to create your own.

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Game Show Classroom

This post compares Kahoot!, Quizizz, Quizlet Live, and Gimkit. It also is full of bonus tips and tools!

VETERANS DAY 2020

Veterans Day is November 11. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has an amazing packet of resource. And here are 3 more resources to help you and your students honor those that have served our country!

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Scholastic: Elementary

Here's a lesson from Scholastic called Veterans Day and Patriotism.

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Teacher Vision: K-12

This site has tons of lessons, resources, and videos for any grade level.

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PBS: Grades 6-12

PBS has a lesson called Veterans Day and the Meaning of Sacrifice with videos and resources perfect for the secondary classroom.

NATIONAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP MONTH

Foster the creative ingenuity in your students by celebrating the impact entrepreneurship has on a personal and societal level. Here are some virtual PD opportunities I've highlighted from the latest Economics Arkansas' Newsletter focused on entrepreneurship:

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Entrepreneurship Month Resources

Tues., Nov. 3, 3:30-4:30pm

Discover fun activities, lessons and books to help plant the seeds of entrepreneurship with your students.

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Natural State Entrepreneurs

Tues., Nov. 10, 4:30-5:30pm

Learn about entrepreneurs who used our state's natural resources to build their companies. Spotlighted are stories spotlighting Arkansas entrepreneurs that would appeal to your students who value nature and outdoor experiences.

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Passion Projects

Tues., Nov. 17, 4:30-5:30pm

Learn about entrepreneurs who transitioned from more typical careers to starting a business that was driven by their passion! This will open doors of ideas about careers and passion for your students.

MORE FROM ECONOMICS ARKANSAS

Here are 3 more opportunities for free resources and great PD this month:

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Economics of Thanksgiving

Wed., Nov. 11, 3:30-4:30pm

As Americans sit down to enjoy Thanksgiving this year, the most common food item found on dinner tables will be turkey. This fun webinar will allow participants to "talk turkey" and make many economic connections!

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K-6 Grab-N-Go Guides

Mon., Nov. 23, 2:00-3:00pm

Economics should NEVER be an "extra" box in your lesson plans. Grab and Go Econ Guides are designed to teach economics in an integrated approach to students K-6. Join us for this brief webinar, and you will qualify to receive your own set of guides!

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Econ Challenge 2021

Thurs., Nov. 19, 3:30-4:00pm

Calling all 9-12th grade Economics teachers! Come learn about the Arkansas Economics Challenge taking place VIRTUALLY in April 2021. During this session you'll learn about the learning experiences that take place throughout the event, the competition format, possible prizes for your students and yourselves, and moving forward to later stages in the competition.

FREE ARKANSAS TRAVEL GUIDES

The state's travel guide is available digitally, which rocks. But guess what: the Department of Tourism will ship actual copies of the guides to your school for FREE if just ask. What's that? You have students stuck at home that might want their own copy? Well just send them this order form. It's free for students (including shipping)!