If you’ve been following along with my SIOP series, you’ve officially made it to SIOP Component #4: Strategies. (Haven’t read about the first two components? Here’s Lesson preparation, Building Background, and Comprehensible Input). As a high school social studies teacher, you know how essential it is to keep your students engaged. Sound daunting? Fear not. […]

You’ve made it to the third SIOP component, Comprehensible Input! (Haven’t read about the first two components? Click here for Lesson Preparation and here for Building Background). Let’s explore how this component can make social studies come alive for our ELL students. So, let’s roll up our sleeves and uncover some invaluable tips for teaching […]

Teaching social studies to English Language Learners can seem like a daunting task. But it doesn’t have to be. One of the best solutions is the Structured Instruction Observation Protocol. You can create engaging history ESL lessons using the “Building Background” component of SIOP. Now, what exactly is the Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol? It’s a […]

So, you’ve got English Language Learners joining your social studies class this year, and you want to ensure they feel welcome and supported. Fear not! I’m here to share some killer strategies to help you create an inclusive and engaging learning environment for your ELLs. With these ells strategies, you’ll be set to kick off […]

If you’re anything like me, you’ve been stumped about how to help the English Language Learners in your classes. Would you believe it if I told you there’s a way to help not only your ELLs but ALL your students? It’s called the SIOP Model. You might be wondering, “What is the SIOP Model?” Well, […]

Are you ready to create an inclusive classroom and ensure every student thrives? Here are 10 remarkable ELL instructional strategies designed for social studies. These strategies will engage and empower English language learners (ELLs). And create a vibrant and inclusive learning environment for all students. 1. Visuals Speak Louder Than Words: Do you know what’s […]

Juneteenth became a huge topic of conversation in 2020. Now, it’s a recognized holiday. You might know all about Juneteenth by now, but I don’t like to make assumptions. Here’s some helpful information about Juneteenth to help you understand why June 19th is a holiday. First, let’s define what Juneteenth is. I’m not going to […]

Teaching high school students about the Cold War in the United States can be interesting. But it can be challenging, especially for English Language Learners. There’s good news, though! Use the Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) strategies. These strategies ensure meaningful learning experiences for English Language Learners. They also promote their language development. Let’s look […]

Teaching social studies to English language learners (ELLs) can be challenging. Social studies involves a lot of content-specific vocabulary, cultural references, and complex concepts. These may be unfamiliar to ELLs. However, with the right teaching strategies, you can make social studies engaging and accessible for ELLs. So, let’s dive right in. Here are five unique […]