Harry Zapata's articles Classroom Management 10 Engaging Earth Day Activities for Kids Earth Day is April 22. Since 1970, Earth Day has been raising public awareness of environmental issues. Learn more about the day, fun activities for kids, and resources available! Since 1970, Earth Day has been raising public awareness of environmental The post 10 Engaging Earth Day Activities for Written by Harry Zapata April 8, 2021April 9, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Classroom Management 7 Things to Remember When Working with Kids with Autism April is Autism Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about autism within the community. Learn more about working with kids with autism. As autism rates have risen over the years, so has awareness. 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An annual tradition celebrated for more than Written by Harry Zapata February 11, 2021February 11, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Classroom Management Black History Month in the Classroom When commemorating and celebrating Black History Month, it is critical to involve your students in activities that get them thinking critically about all the facets of the African American experience. Lessons should incorporate history, politics, human experience, art, and literature. Written by Harry Zapata February 2, 2021February 2, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Classroom Management Teaching Inclusivity Through Australia Day In the American mind, little is known about the “land down under” when compared to their knowledge of other parts of the world. So here’s where you learn about Australia, Australia Day, and why it’s controversial for some. Australian History Most Written by Harry Zapata January 26, 2021January 26, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Classroom Management How to Teach Religions on World Religion Day Did you know the third January of each year is World Religion Day? It’s a perfect time to foster tolerance and diversity. We offer tips and advice on navigating religious studies in the classroom. Religion is important to many It’s Written by Harry Zapata January 13, 2021January 15, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Classroom Management How to Teach Kids About the Holocaust On January 27, 2021, the world observes Holocaust Remembrance Day to remember the millions of Jewish people and other minorities who were systematically persecuted and murdered by Nazi Germany. Learn how to teach this dark (but important to know) period Written by Harry Zapata January 12, 2021January 15, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Classroom Management Observing Martin Luther King Day On the third Monday of January each year (in 2021, that’s 18 January), Martin Luther King Day is observed and celebrated through service in the US. Learn more about MLK and his contribution to the Civil Rights Movement here! Who Written by Harry Zapata January 7, 2021January 7, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Classroom Management Interesting Facts & Stories from Inauguration Days Past On Wednesday, January 20, 2021, at noon, President-elect Joe Biden will be inaugurated as the next president of the United States. Learn all about Inauguration Days from the past here! Biden will be sworn into office as the 46th commander-in-chief. Written by Harry Zapata January 6, 2021January 7, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Loading Load more
Classroom Management 10 Engaging Earth Day Activities for Kids Earth Day is April 22. Since 1970, Earth Day has been raising public awareness of environmental issues. Learn more about the day, fun activities for kids, and resources available! Since 1970, Earth Day has been raising public awareness of environmental The post 10 Engaging Earth Day Activities for Written by Harry Zapata April 8, 2021April 9, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Classroom Management 7 Things to Remember When Working with Kids with Autism April is Autism Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about autism within the community. Learn more about working with kids with autism. As autism rates have risen over the years, so has awareness. However, as parents of children The post 7 Things to Remember When Working with Kids Written by Harry Zapata April 6, 2021April 6, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Classroom Management How to Teach Kids about Passover In Judaism, Passover ranks just below Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur in importance. Learn more about this religious holiday as well as access resources perfect for the classroom. What is Passover? Passover commemorates the miraculous deliverance of the Hebrew people The post How to Teach Kids about Written by Harry Zapata March 25, 2021March 25, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Classroom Management Five Significant Women You Have Never Heard About March is Women’s History Month. Like other special months such as Black History Month and Hispanic American Heritage Month, Women’s History Month places an emphasis on the contributions to the history of our world by a particular group of people. The post Five Significant Women You Have Never H Written by Harry Zapata March 12, 2021March 12, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Classroom Management Valentine’s Day Teaching Resources Flowers, candy, and cards decorated with hearts are used by many to express love to that special someone. The day offers many fun and creative ways to teach about friendships, poetry and prose, marriage, and relationships. History of Valentine’s Day Written by Harry Zapata February 16, 2021February 16, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Classroom Management Resources for Teaching Chinese New Year Each year, Chinese New Year takes place. It’s a tradition that spans over 4,000 years! Read more to learn about its history, practice, and why it doesn’t fall on the day you’d think! An annual tradition celebrated for more than Written by Harry Zapata February 11, 2021February 11, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Classroom Management Black History Month in the Classroom When commemorating and celebrating Black History Month, it is critical to involve your students in activities that get them thinking critically about all the facets of the African American experience. Lessons should incorporate history, politics, human experience, art, and literature. Written by Harry Zapata February 2, 2021February 2, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Classroom Management Teaching Inclusivity Through Australia Day In the American mind, little is known about the “land down under” when compared to their knowledge of other parts of the world. So here’s where you learn about Australia, Australia Day, and why it’s controversial for some. Australian History Most Written by Harry Zapata January 26, 2021January 26, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Classroom Management How to Teach Religions on World Religion Day Did you know the third January of each year is World Religion Day? It’s a perfect time to foster tolerance and diversity. We offer tips and advice on navigating religious studies in the classroom. Religion is important to many It’s Written by Harry Zapata January 13, 2021January 15, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Classroom Management How to Teach Kids About the Holocaust On January 27, 2021, the world observes Holocaust Remembrance Day to remember the millions of Jewish people and other minorities who were systematically persecuted and murdered by Nazi Germany. Learn how to teach this dark (but important to know) period Written by Harry Zapata January 12, 2021January 15, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Classroom Management Observing Martin Luther King Day On the third Monday of January each year (in 2021, that’s 18 January), Martin Luther King Day is observed and celebrated through service in the US. Learn more about MLK and his contribution to the Civil Rights Movement here! Who Written by Harry Zapata January 7, 2021January 7, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Classroom Management Interesting Facts & Stories from Inauguration Days Past On Wednesday, January 20, 2021, at noon, President-elect Joe Biden will be inaugurated as the next president of the United States. Learn all about Inauguration Days from the past here! Biden will be sworn into office as the 46th commander-in-chief. Written by Harry Zapata January 6, 2021January 7, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
