Prepare students for civic life with an engaging lesson that explores the right to vote and the responsibilities of citizenship.
Take & Teach Lesson: National Geographic World Cultures & Geography | Earth’s Physical Features
Unlock students’ understanding of landforms, bodies of water, and their impact on early civilizations through active, inquiry-driven lessons that connect physical geography to real-world relevance.
Take & Teach Lesson: National Geographic World Cultures & Geography | Spatial Thinking
Help students understand the “why of where” with this lesson on spatial thinking—an essential skill in geography and global citizenship.
New Explorations with MapMaker for your Social Studies and Science classrooms!
MapMaker, developed by ESRI and National Geographic, continues to evolve! Join us to see the most recent updates. Explore how your students can gain an understanding of the world’s most crucial issues, challenges, and historical context of place.
Civics Action Project: A PBL Approach to Empowering Students
As I embark on my fourth year having students complete a six-week Civics Action Project, it has become one of my favorite units. The authentic, real-world connections students make, the ownership they take in choosing and leading their projects, and the pride they feel during the showcase make this unit incredibly powerful.
Keeping up with MapMaker, Deepen Science and Social Studies explorations!
MapMaker, developed by ESRI and National Geographic, continues to evolve! Join us to see the latest updates. Explore how your students can gain an understanding of the world’s most crucial issues, challenges, and historical context of place.
Importance of Developing Your Students’ Use of Data and Map Skills
Newer technologies make map reading easier for students and adults alike! Having digital maps at their fingertips, our students may question traditional mapping activities or lessons. There are a few ways educators can implement engaging mapping skill practice for learners and integrate technologies at the same time.
Empowering the Next Generation: The Role of Visual Literacy in Education
Declining scores from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) for U.S. History and Reading within primary education have ignited concerns among educators, policymakers, and parents. According to The Nation’s Report Card¹‚² a government website, the average U.S. history and reading scores for eighth graders across the United States are down 9 points since 2014. This trend not only highlights the challenges in traditional pedagogical approaches but also demands innovative strategies to engage students and enhance learning outcomes…
Take & Teach Lesson: National Geographic American Government | The Struggle for Voting Rights
Explore the evolving story of democracy in action through this lesson on the struggle for voting rights in the United States. Using primary sources, timelines, and classroom discussions, students examine how voting rights have expanded—and been restricted—throughout U.S. history.
Take & Teach Lessons: National Geographic U.S. History America Through the Lens | Women Fight for Rights
Explore the powerful stories of women who led the fight for suffrage and social justice during the Progressive Era.