Mar. 3rd Virtual Sessions
5 PM Central
Apple Pies and Rugs: Exploring Economics &
Geography Using Children’s Literature (K-5)
Jackie Morgan, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta - Nashville Branch
Maria King, Tennessee Council on Economic and Free Enterprise Education
Explore elementary economics and geography strand using the children’s books “How to Make an Apple Pie and See the World” and "The Goat in the Rug." All participants will receive the related lessons to use in their classrooms. Other FREE elementary level resources will be highlighted and shared. A drawing will be held for books at the end of the session.
6 PM Central
Film as a Primary Source: A LOC Grant
Matt Stevenson, University of Tennessee, KnoxvilleJoshua Kenna,
Learn about a new LOC grant, that focuses on helping teachers see film as a primary source.
7 PM Central
Explore Supreme Court Cases:
A Non-Partisan Educational Framework
Sarah Harris, National Constitution Center
Explore the Center’s non-partisan framework–rooted in storytelling, critical thinking skills, and dialogue–as a means to dive into Supreme Court cases. Engage with ways to incorporate the stories at the heart of cases, constitutional questions justices use to rule on the case, and the methods of dialogue used to write opinions.
Use Passcode: 084842
Use Passcode: 084842
Use Passcode: 084842
Mar. 4th Virtual Sessions
5 PM Central
Advertising: Targets, Techniques, and Technology
Jeannette Bennett, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis--Memphis Branch
Why are consumers continuously bombarded with advertisements? Why do companies and businesses spend billions of dollars on advertising? The answer is simple: advertising is persuasive communication designed to increase or create demand for products or services by influencing consumers’ choices about spending. Beginning with Ben Franklin and tracking to current times, history and financial literacy are integrated revealing how advertising affects what we eat, wear, and the work and play of the entire economy. Mark Twain said: “Many a small thing has been made large by the right kind of advertising.” And he was current! FREE lesson provided.
6 PM Central
Exploring History with Primary Sources
in Elementary Social Studies
Stephanie Stinchecum, East Ridge Elementary, Hamilton County
Teaching primary sources in elementary social studies helps young learners connect with history in a meaningful way. By engaging with original documents, photographs, and artifacts, students develop critical thinking skills, gain a deeper understanding of historical events, and learn to interpret multiple perspectives. This hands-on approach encourages curiosity, enhances literacy, and fosters a sense of empathy as students explore the stories behind the facts. Integrating primary sources in the classroom allows students to see history as more than just dates and names—it becomes a dynamic, relatable narrative that sparks inquiry and encourages active learning.
7 PM Central
History of European Antisemitism
Erika Lowery, Institute for Curriculum Services
Where does antisemitism come from? This question – often asked when students learn about the Holocaust – is as relevant today as it has ever been. The history of this phenomenon is over 2,000 years old, but courses that deal with the Holocaust often do not consider pre-20th century history. This session will equip teachers in helping students understand the origins of this form of hatred and how it has persisted within modern expressions, allowing students to better understand and combat antisemitism’s current forms. Using an array of interactive primary sources, teachers will experience student activities and receive classroom ready materials.
Use Passcode: 038753
Use Passcode: 038753
Use Passcode: 038753
Mar. 5th Virtual Sessions
5 PM Central
Sparking Curiosity and Engaging
Students with Media and Collaboration
Angela Terry-Boggs, Imagine Learning - Traverse
Join this session to learn how to pull students into a lesson with captivating videos and get them up and talking about it with collaborative learning activities. Walk away with 3 - 5 routines to use with your students tomorrow.
6 PM Central
Evaluation of Social Studies
Resources for HQIM
Jessie Gillooly, Gibbs Smith Education
Review the indicators of high-quality instructional materials for the social studies classroom and discover inclusive approaches, scaffolded lessons, differentiation, and assessment to incorporate in your classroom. Build student-centered, inquiry-based lessons to engage a variety of learners, align with standards, and integrate formative and summative assessments in classroom routines. This session will provide high-quality, take-home activities and assessments as well as opportunities to collaborate and reframe “problem” lessons based on HQIM standards.
Use Passcode: 447900
Use Passcode: 447900