Putting Diffit to the Test: Creating a Holodomor Station Activity
For the past few years I have been a Diffit Ambassador. Diffit is an AI-powered teaching tool that helps educators quickly create differentiated,
Is it American or is it Canadian? An Opening Activity for Your Law Classroom
With a new school year starting, I wanted to share an opening activity that can be used in your law classroom. While I’d
The Human Behind the Hero: Teaching WWI through Francis Pegahmagabow’s War Record
The war record of First World War soldiers can provide unique insight into the experiences of soldiers. I’ve previously written about how I
Using Primary Sources to Investigate Chinese Canadian History
Canada’s History is a treasure trove of primary source materials. From their magazine archives to what can be found in their regular mail
Exploring TothePast.ca: A Practical Resource for History Teachers (Grades 5–12)
For history teachers, finding high-quality primary sources can be time-consuming. TothePast.ca is a growing digital resource that provides ready-to-use materials focused on historical
(Social) Science Fair? Why not!
Science fairs have always been a quintessential part of any child’s science programming. I remember sitting in my basement with my dad helping
Starting Civics off on the Right Foot
With a new semester upon many teachers in Ontario, sometimes figuring out what to do on the first day can be a struggle.
Applying the Psychological Schools of Thought to Toys
In consolidating students’ understanding of the psychological schools of thought in HSP3U, over the course of two 75 minute periods, I have the
Beyond the Leaf: The Battle for Canada’s Identity (Student Activity)
When students look at the Canadian red maple leaf flag today, they often have no idea about the controversy attached to its creation
Engaging Students in Democracy: Elections Canada’s Free Classroom Resources
Elections Canada has a treasure trove of learning resources for any teacher looking to include inclusive lessons on voting rights, elections, electoral mapping
Who Belongs Where? A Fun Way to Kick Off Anthropology
If you’re looking for a simple, but effective way to introduce the anthropology unit and the variety of ways that anthropologists can approach
Bringing STEM to History and Civics: Innovative Strategies for 21st-Century Classrooms
In a recent report from Civix Canada, entitled Civics on the Sidelines: A National Survey of Canadian Educators on Citizenship Education, it was