Category Archives: Thematic Teaching

Pennsylvania Dutch Stockings

Posted on November 21, 2012 by Sandie

Just about every year I taught a unit on colonial America in November, I always continued the unit in December, using a holiday theme to study decorative arts of the period.  Here is a little project that creates a Christmas … Continue reading →

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Colonial America–Natural Resources Magnetic and Flannel Board Pieces

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Sandie

Sorry it took me so long to finish these items.  It always takes me much longer than I expect to make something!  I hope you’ll find these flannel board images useful! Download Magnetic Flannel Board Pieces  FREEBIE I print them on … Continue reading →

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Seasons of an Apple Tree

Posted on October 1, 2012 by Sandie

I finally finished a clip art set of apple trees in various seasons.  I’m really happy with the way they turned out.  I hope you’ll check them out! Anyway, there are 5 images of apple trees—winter, spring, summer, harvest, and … Continue reading →

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Build on What You Have–Trade Book Sets

Posted on March 10, 2010 by Sandie

Another core component of teaching art, science, and social studies through language arts is book sets.  Genre studies can be completed with each student reading a different book, but there is no substitute for the lively discussions and high level … Continue reading →

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Build on What You Have–Literature Book Boxes

Posted on March 9, 2010 by Sandie

A colleague, Marilyn H., provided me with one of the most useful items for integrating instruction through thematic teaching that I ever used.  She brought literature book boxes to our school.  Here’s what she did and how they work: Marilyn … Continue reading →

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Favorite Units to Teach

Posted on January 13, 2010 by Sandie

My favorite social studies units to teach are the ones about native Americans.  There is so much you can do that is active, exciting, fun and informative.           What are your favorite social studies units to teach?

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