Resource Roundup: A Blog for Educators and Families Archives

November 21, 2024

Becoming a Witness: Who Will Tell Our History

Special thanks to our guest contributors at the Ohio Holocaust and Genocide Memorial and Education Commission (OHGMEC) for writing this month's blog on International Holocaust Remembrance Day. “I believe firmly and profoundly that whoever listens to a witness becomes a witness, so those who hear us, those who read us must continue to bear witness for […]

November 7, 2024

Foraging for Food in Ohio

Important Note: As with any foraging, please proceed with caution and only eat foraged foods you are confident are safe to eat. Be sure to consult guides and experts to ensure the safest foraging experience. Foraging for food links us to our earliest ancestors. Edible leaves, nuts, berries, and mushrooms are just some of the […]

October 1, 2024

Bringing Children’s Voices into the Social Studies Classroom

“Children should be seen but not heard,” goes the old adage. But what if we can help our students view their role in history differently? What if we taught students to view children not as mere background players in history, but as a key part of unlocking historical curiosity? Though children’s voices are often underrepresented […]

August 28, 2024

Teaching Hispanic Heritage Month – Part 3

Hispanic and Latinx history is an intricate and expansive tapestry that encompasses a diverse array of experiences, cultures, and contributions that have shaped not only the United States but the entire Western Hemisphere. Far more than a singular narrative, this history spans centuries, continents, and countless stories of resilience, creativity, and influence. It includes the […]

August 12, 2024

Sharing Diverse Student Voices: A How To Guide for Publishing Diverse Memoirs

This month’s blog post highlights a year-long project by an Ohio educator and their students, resulting in a published book of diverse student memoirs. Whether you’d like to replicate the project in detail or take inspiration from it, read on for a how-to guide on amplifying student voices. Special thanks to Sr. Pablo Chignolli, M.Ed. […]

June 3, 2024

Bringing the Often-Overlooked Heroes of Juneteenth Into the Classroom

Looking for ways to inspire your students to continue engaging with inclusive history this summer break? Encourage them to learn about Juneteenth! Challenge your students to learn a bit about the history of the holiday, attend Juneteenth celebrations and gain new insights through unique historical programs and activities, like those hosted by the Ohio History […]

May 6, 2024

Bringing Liberator Testimony into the Classroom

Special thanks to our guest contributors at the Ohio Holocaust and Genocide Memorial and Education Commission (OHGMEC) for writing this month's blog on teaching Genocide Awareness Month. “We heard that we were liberators, but all I could think was, too late, too late, too late. We saw more dead than alive.” Robert Stubenrauch, Combat photographer at […]

April 1, 2024

A Call to Remember: Teaching Genocide Awareness Month

Special thanks to our guest contributors at the Ohio Holocaust and Genocide Memorial and Education Commission (OHGMEC) for writing this month's blog on teaching Genocide Awareness Month. Genocide Awareness Month is observed annually in April to raise awareness about genocide, honor victims, and promote prevention efforts. Throughout this month, various organizations, educational institutions, and communities […]

March 4, 2024

Project-Based Learning in the Social Studies Classroom

PBL gives students the opportunity to “gain knowledge and skills by working for an extended period of time to investigate and respond to an authentic, engaging, and complex question, problem, or challenge.”[1] What truly makes PBL special is that it taps into student inquiry and sparks genuine interest and discovery in the topics we cover […]

February 9, 2024

Ohio’s Black Artists: A History of a Trailblazing Museum and Resources to Engage Students Today

The 2024 theme of Black History Month in the United States is “African Americans and the Arts,” and, in that spirit, this month’s Resource Roundup discusses the National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center’s (NAAMCC) influence on the art world. Be sure to read on for resources on teaching art in the classroom and a list […]