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Thanksgiving offers educators a rich opportunity to connect historical lessons with current events, creating a dynamic learning experience that resonates with students. By incorporating timely news stories into Thanksgiving lessons, teachers can help students - Think Critically - Foster Cultural Awareness - Make meaningful connections between the past and the present Using current events to teach around Thanksgiving enriches the traditional narrative. Teachers of all subjects can encourage students to explore the themes of Thanksgiving within their content. Check out these lesson plans. ?? Economics Hosting a Thanksgiving dinner has gotten more expensive over the years. Discuss Thanksgiving as an economic event for families across the country. Read articles about this trend and analyze economic data related to food prices around the holidays. ???? Civics Read about the annual Presidential Turkey Pardon and discuss how traditions are related to our governmental and civic institutions. ?? ELA Build background knowledge and nonfiction skills at the same time by highlighting articles about diverse perspectives from different Native American tribes. While Thanksgiving has its roots in American history, it’s also a chance to examine how gratitude is celebrated in cultures around the world. Teachers can use stories about global traditions to spark conversations about cultural diversity, broadening students’ worldviews and promoting respect for different ways of expressing gratitude. The Juice makes it simple for educators to integrate current events into Thanksgiving lessons. Whether it’s a 10-minute bell ringer or a deeper dive into the holiday’s themes, The Juice equips teachers with the tools to make learning engaging and relevant this Thanksgiving. By teaching Thanksgiving through the lens of current events, educators can inspire students to think critically, connect with their communities, and appreciate the world beyond their own experiences. Looking for ideas? Explore our Thanksgiving lesson guide (https://lnkd.in/e-fXzbpu) to bring current events into your classroom this holiday season. Let’s turn Thanksgiving into a time for reflection, understanding, and meaningful learning. ?? #ThanksgivingLessons #CriticalThinking #CurrentEvents #Education #GratitudeInLearning #TheJuiceLearning #EdTechTool

Join us at Westchester Lower Hudson Council for the Social Studies 2024 Annual Conference on December 13th! Meet Cristofer Slotoroff and Marc to hear about how The Juice can transform the way you integrate current events with social studies. Stop by for a demo, mention this post, and we’ll send you a Starbucks gift card!????? #TheJuiceLearning #TeachingCurrentEvents #EdTech #WLHCSS

Thanksgiving is the perfect opportunity to connect classroom learning with real-world themes like gratitude, history, and community. Make this holiday season engaging and meaningful for students by incorporating Thanksgiving-themed current events into lessons in any subject. Here’s a sneak peek: ?? Social Studies: Have students read nonfiction articles about the U.S.'s Turkey Pardon?tradition and discuss its significance. ?? Reading: Have students read a "Bright Side" article highlighting community efforts during Thanksgiving. ?? ESL: Create a Thanksgiving lesson for ESL students by selecting articles that explain Thanksgiving traditions and translate them into your student's native language. Each lesson ties Thanksgiving to present-day issues, making learning relevant and thought-provoking. Explore our Thanksgiving Lesson Guide (https://lnkd.in/e-fXzbpu) for more ideas to inspire critical thinking and cultural awareness in your students. ?? #ThanksgivingLessons #Education #CriticalThinking #CurrentEvents #TheJuiceLearning #EdTechTools

The Juice will be at the Elementary & Secondary Technology Conference (IU13 Educational Technology) in Lancaster, PA from December 10-11! Join us and hear from Cristofer Slotoroff about the importance of understanding and using technology in the classroom. You will also have the chance to hear Cris speak at a session called: How The Juice Builds Literacy Skills Across Subject Areas and Grade Levels. Stop by for a demo, mention this post, and we’ll send you a Starbucks gift card! #iu13EdTech

Get ready for winter with lesson plans that boost nonfiction reading skills! From global holidays to winter weather, nonfiction content connects students with the world around them. See how The Juice can help you incorporate timely, engaging material into your winter classroom plans. Read the full blog here for more info: https://lnkd.in/eita6uuX #WinterLessons #TeachNonfiction #TheJuiceLearning #TeacherTips

We had an incredible time at the AMLE Annual Conference! Kristen M. and Chloe Madigan enjoyed connecting with so many passionate educators. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to learn about The Juice and attended our session. It was inspiring to see so many middle school educators focused on empowering students through real-world learning. We can’t wait to keep the conversation going. Message us if you’d like to improve literacy with your middle schoolers! #AMLE24 #TheJuiceLearning #EmpoweringMSTeachers

Exciting news!?? The Juice will be at the National Council of Social Service (NCSS) Annual Conference from November 22nd-23rd, and we’d love to see you there! Visit us at Booth #125, where Lorren Elkins will show you how The Juice can transform the way you integrate current events with social studies. Plus, we’re offering a little something extra—complete a demo with us, and get a Starbucks gift card!???? Stop by to learn more and grab your coffee on us! #NCSS2024 #TheJuiceLearning #TeachingCurrentEvents #SocialStudies

We’re heading to the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) Annual Convention!???? Join The Juice at Booth #1026 from November 22-24 to meet Brendan Kells, Chloe Madigan, and Cristofer Slotoroff, 3 former educators who can’t wait to show you how we bring literacy to life through current events. Stop by for a demo, mention this post, and we’ll send you a Starbucks gift card! Don’t miss out on discovering a fresh approach to literacy — see you there! #NCTE2024 #TheJuiceLearning #LiteracyEducation #CurrentEvents #TeachingELA

In today’s classrooms, fostering critical thinking isn’t just about delivering information — it’s about creating opportunities for students to collaborate in discussions that allow them to - Engage deeply - Question thoughtfully - Build their individuality. At The Juice, we’re dedicated to empowering educators with the tools to facilitate impactful discussions, sparking curiosity and communication in every subject. The Juice’s platform provides a structured yet flexible way to incorporate current events into daily lessons, helping students connect what they learn with the world around them and discuss those thoughts with their peers. So, how can teachers use The Juice to drive meaningful classroom discussions? It starts with carefully curated, engaging content. Every article from The Juice includes up-to-date stories paired with relevant background information, breaking down complex topics into accessible language without sacrificing depth. This context is key for setting up productive conversations. Before jumping into a discussion, students can ground themselves in background knowledge. This gives them the confidence to participate actively and build well-informed viewpoints. Each article also comes with a single reflection question that helps students go beyond surface-level observations and start thinking critically. These questions are crafted to encourage - Analysis - Comparison - Debate - Perspective Analysis For teachers, this means that even a quick discussion can turn into a valuable critical thinking exercise without needing hours of preparation. Using The Juice, teachers can tailor discussions to fit any schedule or learning objective. 10 Minute Lesson Begin with a quick overview of the day’s top story, followed by the embedded reflection prompt. Give students time to put their thoughts into words and open the class up for discussion. 30 Minute Lesson For a deeper dive, assign an article as homework and use it as the foundation for a full-class discussion the next day. Challenge students to take on the viewpoints of the subjects of the article. The impact of these discussions goes beyond the classroom. Students who regularly engage with current events and learn to discuss them respectfully are better prepared for the complexities of the world. They learn to consider different viewpoints and appreciate the shades of gray in every issue by building: - Knowledge - Resilience - Empathy Read our full blog to see how The Juice can transform classroom discussions. Let’s work together to cultivate informed, curious students who are ready to make a difference.? https://lnkd.in/gU-RQi3A #Education #ClassroomDiscussions #CriticalThinking #CurrentEvents #TheJuiceLearning

We're thrilled to have Kristen M. and Chloe Madigan representing The Juice at the AMLE Annual Conference! Swing by booth 404 to meet them and learn more. Don’t miss their session, "From Headlines to Headway: Using Current Events to Enhance Critical Thinking," on Saturday at 9:45 AM in Delta Ballroom D. It’s going to be a game-changer! #AMLE24 #AMLE #TheJuiceLearning #EmpoweringMSTeachers