Reposted by L.McFarrenTim Smyth @historycomics.bsky.social · 04/05/2026My wife and I just finished another teacher guide for a fantastic upcoming graphic novel series about a beloved children’s series. Can’t wait to share more! 0102
Reposted by L.McFarrenRetro Report @retroreport.org · 09/02/2026Are you looking for lesson ideas during #BlackHistoryMonth? Learn how @sharihillsconditt.bsky.social uses our free resources to teach her students about the civil rights movement in the 20th century. Learn more: retroreport.org/articles/how...retroreport.orgHow Retro Report Changed How I Teach About the Civil Rights Movement - Retro ReportRetro Report is an independent, nonprofit newsroom creating trusted documentary videos and classroom resources. 021
Reposted by L.McFarrenKevin Jackson @kljackson.bsky.social · 06/02/2026I hear the lesson and student activity for this one is pretty good. 😉 142
Reposted by L.McFarrenRetro Report @retroreport.org · 11/02/20261/ After Hunter Hess, a freestyle skier, said he had mixed emotions about representing the U.S. at the Winter Olympics, President Donald Trump called him “a real loser.”retroreport.orgAthletes vs. Injustice: Protests in Sports - Retro ReportRetro Report is an independent, nonprofit newsroom creating trusted documentary videos and classroom resources. 111
Reposted by L.McFarrenRetro Report @retroreport.org · 02/02/20265/ Are you interested in becoming a Retro Report advisor? Create a free account on our website today to access our resources and subscribe to a weekly education newsletter to receive updates about these programs. Register here: bit.ly/RR-Reg 011
Reposted by L.McFarrenRetro Report @retroreport.org · 02/02/20264/ Our 2026 Teacher Ambassadors is a network of more than 400 secondary educators who are advocates for Retro Report resources within their networks. Ambassadors provide crucial feedback and help us better understand the needs of teachers. Learn more: retroreport.org/education/te... 111
Reposted by L.McFarrenRetro Report @retroreport.org · 02/02/20263/ Please help us welcome our Engaging with Revolutionary History Teacher Fellows. This fellowship brings together more than 40 teachers who meet monthly in virtual seminars to research and develop classroom resources connecting the Founding period to the present: retroreport.org/education-en... 111
Reposted by L.McFarrenRetro Report @retroreport.org · 02/02/20262/ We’re pleased to announce the 2026 Council of Educators. This group of 25 educators will meet in our newsroom this summer for an annual summit to create new resources and primary source sets. Meet the Council of Educators here: retroreport.org/education/co... 121
Reposted by L.McFarrenRetro Report @retroreport.org · 02/02/20261/ Each year, Retro Report works with educators across the nation who use our journalism and classroom resources in their teaching. Today, we’re pleased to announce the 2026 Teacher Advisor groups. Learn more: retroreport.org/articles/mee... Read more about each group below ⬇️.retroreport.orgMeet Retro Report’s 2026 Teacher Advisors - Retro ReportRetro Report is an independent, nonprofit newsroom creating trusted documentary videos and classroom resources. 131
L.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 06/12/2025@swanversations.bsky.social you were missed at NCSS! 010
L.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 11/11/2025Are you using the incredible resources created by @retroreport.org ? If not, you should be! Their video primary source collection is free; just set up an account! sparklp.co/1371bfc4/sparklp.coJoin Retro Report - Retro ReportWe’re an independent, nonprofit newsroom creating trusted documentary videos and classroom resources. 111
L.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 17/09/2025Seemed like an appropriate shirt for the day and pulling a lesson from the new @constitutionctr.bsky.social middle school curriculum! #ConstitutionDay 020
L.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 11/09/2025As always, Carl has put together a good episode of remembrance for 9/11. Four minutes for the recap of events and then more images at the end. Use it if you want a short lesson for today on Sept 11 and then have other things to cover. 🗺️ 🍎 worldatoz.orgworldatoz.orgThe WORLD From A to ZFree, 9-minute daily news for students — hosted by Carl Azuz. Classroom-ready, fact-checked, and built to spark critical thinking and discussion. 041
Reposted by L.McFarrenGlenn Wiebe @glennwiebe.bsky.social · 10/09/2025Grab some great #primarysource teaching ideas from the TPS Midwest during this free virtual course. I walked away so much smarter! Did I mention that it's free? teachingprimarysources.illinoisstate.edu/development @librarycongress.bsky.social #sschat #socialstudies 042
Reposted by L.McFarrenNational Constitution Center @constitutionctr.bsky.social · 05/09/2025#OnThisDay in 1774, the first Continental Congress met in Philadelphia to consider its reaction to the British government’s restraints on trade and representative government after the Boston Tea Party. Read #ConstitutionDaily for more:ow.lyOn this day, the first Continental Congress meets in PhiladelphiaOn September 5, 1774, the first Continental Congress in the United States met in Philadelphia to consider its reaction to the British government’s restraints on trade and representative government after the Boston Tea Party. 032
Reposted by L.McFarrenmattneil.bsky.social @mattneil.bsky.social · 08/09/2025#sschat great stuff from @historycomics.bsky.social! 041
Reposted by L.McFarrenTim Smyth @historycomics.bsky.social · 07/09/2025Opening up class with a discussion on why it’s important to know history…. Going to begin with this hysterical bit from Nate Bargatze. youtube.com/shorts/3JaMt... 181
Reposted by L.McFarrenjohnsonmaryj @johnsonmaryj.bsky.social · 02/08/2025Tired of the using the same old photos to teach about the Great Depression? Try this one from the Library of Congress! I recommend using the QFT strategy from @rightquestioninst.bsky.social to elicit student questions as an introduction to the topic. www.loc.gov/item/2014680... 052
Reposted by L.McFarrenGlenn Wiebe @glennwiebe.bsky.social · 21/07/2025Crowdsourced collab supported by Data Rescue Project is working to record NPS park signage that may be lost to current attempts to edit "disparaging" language. Upload photos of signs at NPS sites: sites.google.com/umn.edu/save... #sschat #iteachsocialstudies #EduSky #socialstudies #nationalparkssites.google.comSave Our SignsSave Our Signs: Celebrate All-American History 074
L.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 21/07/2025If you need a good resource for teaching the Bill of Rights, look no further. @lindarmonkjd.bsky.social 🍎🗺️ #sschat 082
L.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 14/07/2025New site. New teacher friends. More opportunities to tell people about @retroreport.org!! #monticello 🍎🗺️ #sschat 060
Reposted by L.McFarrenL.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 10/07/2025More Philly pics. #classic Teachers be teachers. Am I right? 🍎🗺️ #sschat 091
L.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 10/07/2025More Philly pics. #classic Teachers be teachers. Am I right? 🍎🗺️ #sschat 091
Reposted by L.McFarrenNational Constitution Center @constitutionctr.bsky.social · 06/07/2025#OnThisDay in 1835, Chief Justice John Marshall dies in Philadelphia. Learn more about the nation’s longest-serving chief justice in our online exhibit: ow.ly/MpQ750Wj5X3 ow.lyJohn Marshall: Patriot, Statesman, Chief Justice - Google Arts & CultureExplore the character and constitutional legacy of John Marshall—the nation’s fourth chief justice—from the Virginia frontier all the way to the Supreme Court. 053
L.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 06/07/2025Kicked off a week in Philly with a visit to @easternstate.bsky.social while wearing my new @icivics.bsky.social shirt 🙌🏽 #sschat 🍎🗺️ 050
L.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 05/07/2025A reminder that political enemies can push differences aside to become friends. Maybe we should try this in 2025. ❤️🤍💙 blogs.loc.gov/headlinesand...blogs.loc.govDeaths of John Adams and Thomas Jefferson on July 4th | Headlines & HeroesThe deaths of former U.S. Presidents Thomas Jefferson and John Adams on July 4, 1826, the day of the Jubilee, the 50th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, was an extraordin... 000
L.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 26/05/2025My beach read for today… great American history biography of these 4 presidents! @doriskgoodwin.bsky.social 🍎🗺️ #sschat 050
Reposted by L.McFarrenCivics Handbook @americanabook.bsky.social · 07/05/2025Excellent resource @ our National Parks… Happy #TeacherAppreciationDay ! Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek 051
Reposted by L.McFarrenKaralee Wong Nakatsuka @historyfrog.bsky.social · 30/04/2025Always a Frogtastic day when I can wear my Anna May Wong tee for the day’s lesson. What’s my History Tee Showdown buddies wearing? @lauramcfarren.bsky.social @nhtoymc.bsky.social 272
Reposted by L.McFarrenKaralee Wong Nakatsuka @historyfrog.bsky.social · 01/05/2025Happy AANHPI Heritage month! 🎉🗺️🍎 @mrshistorylee.bsky.social @mapm8ker.bsky.social @lauramcfarren.bsky.social @historyherway.bsky.social @nhtoymc.bsky.social 39715
Reposted by L.McFarrenL.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 10/03/2025Looking for a unique teacher PD week this summer? Check out @easternstate.bsky.social’s summer teacher institute: www.easternstate.org/teach #sschat 🍎🗺️ 041
Reposted by L.McFarrenSocialStudiesTx @socialstudiestx.bsky.social · 26/04/2025In and around @easternstate.bsky.social with #JusticeEd collab edus from across the country. Are you an edu interested in Justice Education? Check out the collab and apply! ⚖️🍎🗺️ easternstate.org/justiceedcol... #edusky #sschat 052
Reposted by L.McFarrenGlenn Wiebe @glennwiebe.bsky.social · 24/04/2025With any #socialstudies inquiry, it’s all about your compelling question. What are the characteristics of a great compelling question? #FIELDGuide #slowchat #inquiry #sschat @madisonteacher.bsky.social 281
Reposted by L.McFarrenSocialStudiesTx @socialstudiestx.bsky.social · 26/04/2025In the archives at @easternstate.bsky.social #sschat #artsky #edusky 🍎🗺️ 171
Reposted by L.McFarrenL.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 26/04/2025Did you know that @easternstate.bsky.social offers resources for teachers? Get on their mailing list for regular content releases and #JusticeEd opportunities. #sschat 🍎 🗺️ #teacher #educator www.easternstate.org/educator-res...easternstate.orgEducator Resourcesvar _ctct_m = "be4ff7dd7c1a361ec56e60b931cb350b"; Eastern State believes in the power of education as a catalyst for change. We are committed to generating innovative tools that help learners of all ... 043
L.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 26/04/2025Did you know that @easternstate.bsky.social offers resources for teachers? Get on their mailing list for regular content releases and #JusticeEd opportunities. #sschat 🍎 🗺️ #teacher #educator www.easternstate.org/educator-res...easternstate.orgEducator Resourcesvar _ctct_m = "be4ff7dd7c1a361ec56e60b931cb350b"; Eastern State believes in the power of education as a catalyst for change. We are committed to generating innovative tools that help learners of all ... 043
Reposted by L.McFarrenGlenn Wiebe @glennwiebe.bsky.social · 26/04/2025Loving the post-it tabs! (Though we probably need to talk about window vs aisle seats. Gotta be an aisle!) 121
L.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 25/04/2025I don’t do airplane selfies bc I always look like a dork. But I’m definitely ok with posting an inflight pic when it has to do with the #fieldguide by @madisonteacher.bsky.social and @glennwiebe.bsky.social 🗺️ 🍎 #sschat 190
Reposted by L.McFarrenGlenn Barnes, Ed.D @socratesaskswhy.bsky.social · 24/04/2025I just finished reading "The Social Studies Field Guide" by @hsglobalhistory.bsky.social and @glennwiebe.bsky.social If you are engaged in social studies education, get this book! Appreciate their perspective and knowledge. 131
Reposted by L.McFarrenJosh Strayhorn @jstrayhist.bsky.social · 28/02/2025 I had the pleasure of launching the digital exhibit for a project I have been working on for the past year with the James City Historical Society in Eastern North Carolina. I am happy to share the site with you all. Please check it out and engage in this important piece of NC and national history.createdequal.omeka.netCreated Equal · JCHS America 250 NC 032
L.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 21/04/2025Ever heard of Retro Report? They create short-form documentaries for YOUR classroom, specializing in content for history, ELA, science, AND media literacy! Videos are all free! Lesson plans are free but do require an account. sparklp.co/1371bfc4/ @retroreport.org #sschat 🍎 🗺️ #teachersparklp.coJoin Retro Report - Retro ReportWe’re an independent, nonprofit newsroom creating trusted documentary videos and classroom resources. 154
Reposted by L.McFarrenGlenn Wiebe @glennwiebe.bsky.social · 18/04/2025@madisonteacher.bsky.social & I understand how hard #primarysources analysis can be for kids. One tool to try? Diamond 9 - a cool way to have kids rank items: essdk.me/diamond9 What graphic organizers work for you? #FIELDGuide #slowchat #sschat #socialstudies Learn more: socialstudiesfieldguide.com 031
L.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 18/04/2025Presenting to teachers at my school today about @retroreport.org!! Excited to share this incredible resource with our staff! 🍎 🗺️ #sschat 1122
Reposted by L.McFarrenL.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 18/04/2025Have you seen the newest poster from @periodicprez.bsky.social ? A national parks periodic table?! Yes, please! 🍎 🗺️ #sschat 2133
L.McFarren @lauramcfarren.bsky.social · 18/04/2025Have you seen the newest poster from @periodicprez.bsky.social ? A national parks periodic table?! Yes, please! 🍎 🗺️ #sschat 2133