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Learning History Through Literature: Historical Fiction Recommendations for Upper Elementary
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One of my absolute favorite ways to bring history to life is through historical fiction - and yep, it just so happens to be my favorite genre! In today’s episode, I’m sharing how you can use historical fiction to help your upper elementary students connect with the past in a meaningful, memorable way. From book recs to tips for incorporating these stories into your social studies block, you’ll walk away with fresh ideas for making history feel real.
Episode Highlights:
- Why historical fiction is a powerful tool for teaching history
- My top historical fiction recommendations for upper elementary
- Creative ways to integrate literature into your social studies lessons
Books open doors - and in this case, they just might open a window into the past for your students.
Resources and Links
https://www.goodreads.com/shelf/show/historical-fiction-picture-books
https://www.goodreads.com/shelf/show/5th-grade-historical-fiction
https://shop.scholastic.com/teachers-ecommerce/teacher/genre/historical-fiction.html?p=1&n=20
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