Save planning time while helping kids develop a greater understanding of the people and events being studied. Not only will history become real and exciting, but geography and science lessons will make more sense, too. Use nonfiction books that have kid-appeal, literature that broadens their perspective, and enjoyable activities that leave them with English skills that would have otherwise been tedious to acquire. Kathryn Stout, author and educator, shares specifics for all ages, including discussion and composition topics for grades 7 - 12 that require analytical thinking. 45 minutes
