Around the World in 180 Days
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Teaching Experience
After teaching Government and Economics at the high school level, it was certainly eye-opening to be placed in front of middle school students. 17 years later, however, I am having a blast teaching 8th grade US History and 7th grade World History.
Teaching Style
For me, the formula for delivering an effective lesson is simple: tell a good story. History is rife with abstract concepts – so incorporate visuals, actively involve them in each lesson, challenge them to think critically, and – above all – make it relevant. Allow students to demonstrate their understanding through a variety of methods: writing an essay, illustrating the Bill of Rights or designing their own political cartoon on Andrew Jackson, creating a journal of the Oregon Trail, singing the Preamble to the Constitution (Schoolhouse Rock is awesome!).
Honors and Awards
Department Chair
State Finalist, History Day California (2012-2018)
Own Educational History
M.Ed., California State University, Los Angeles
Single Subject Credential (CLAD), California Lutheran University
B.A., University of California, San Diego
Additional Bio Info
When not making adjustments to my curriculum, I love spending time with my wife and the “Apple Dumplin’ Gang,” our Siberian Huskies Sasha and Abigail and our German Shepherd Shadow. If we ever move to Alaska, we have our very own sled team.
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Should you have any questions, please email me at aroundtheworldteacher@gmail.com.
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Comparison Chart: The Civil War
$2.00This chart is an excellent way to introduce students (elementary, middle, and high school) to the Civil War. With categories that include advantages, strategies, notable generals, and major victories, the chart is designed to help students organize...$2.00 -
Political Cartoon Bundle: The Embargo and Non-Intercourse Acts
MSRP: $5.00$4.50These two political cartoons, Intercourse or Impartial Dealings and Ograbme, or the American Snapping Turtle, focus on America's precarious relationship with Britain and France during the early 1800s. In 1807, facing persistent interference with American...MSRP: $5.00$4.50 -
Political Cartoon: Intercourse or Impartial Dealings
$2.50Intercourse of Impartial Dealings is a political cartoon created by "Peter Pencil" in 1809. It should be noted that Peter Pencil was a pseudonym. The cartoon serves as a criticism of Thomas Jefferson, who, as president, had reduced military spending to...$2.50 -
Political Cartoon: Ograbme, or the American Snapping Turtle
$2.50Ograbme, or the American Snapping Turtle is a political cartoon created by Alexander Anderson in 1807. The cartoon addresses the effects of Thomas Jefferson's Embargo Act on American merchants. The download includes the following: 1. A PowerPoint -...$2.50 -
Video Guide: The Corps of Discovery
$2.50Ken Burns' documentary on the Corps of Discovery is a wonderful supplement to any discussion of this famed expedition. The video guide consists of 56 questions to help students remain engaged and build their understanding of the...$2.50 -
Video Guide: The Crusades - Crescent and the Cross
$2.50This documentary on the Crusades is an excellent resource for both understanding the history behind these holy wars and for examining the current atmosphere of mistrust between Christians and Muslims. Starting in the late 11th Century, when Pope Urban...$2.50 -
World Map: Continents and Oceans
$1.50This world map obliges students to label the seven (7) continents and five (5) oceans and to color accordingly. The directions for the map are detailed and are intended to encourage students to produce quality work. Although the file has been uploaded...$1.50 -
Primary Sources: The Gettysburg Address
$3.00There is, perhaps, no more compelling speech in American history than that delivered by Abraham Lincoln at Gettysburg on November 19, 1863. In the midst of a civil war that threatened to both destroy the Union and end this "grand experiment" in...$3.00 -
Project: American Revolution Annotated Timeline
$2.50An annotated timeline is an excellent way to help your students organize important events related to the American Revolution. This project begins with a PowerPoint that introduces the guidelines for students. The PowerPoint also identifies fifteen (15)...$2.50 -
Project: Roman Empire Annotated Timeline
$2.50An annotated timeline is an excellent way to help your students organize important events related to the rise and fall of the Roman Empire. This project begins with a PowerPoint that introduces the guidelines for students. The PowerPoint also...$2.50 -
Mini-Unit: The First Political Parties
MSRP: $12.50$9.75This mini-unit leads students through the formation of the first political parties in the United States. Beginning with a discussion of Washington's second term as president, the PowerPoint traces the development of political parties...MSRP: $12.50$9.75 -
Political Cartoon: Cinques-tetes, or the Paris Monster
$2.50Cinques-tetes, or the Paris Monster was created in 1797. The cartoon was intended to illustrate America's displeasure with the French government, specifically over French attacks on American ships and the subsequent XYZ Affair. The download includes the...$2.50