Shaped: The Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Education Blog

Should We Rethink Literacy’s Role in How We Teach Science and Social Studies?

The author argues in support of teaching students how to think in terms of science and social studies with reading and writing as the tools they hone as they learn.

Heidi Cruz

Shaped Contributor

July 11, 2019

Carmen Sandiego: Spanish Class Activities

These Carmen Sandiego-themed free Spanish class activities for Grades 6–12 provide lessons that cover real-world culture, geography, art, and more.

Glenna Scott

Senior Learning Architect, World Languages

June 20, 2019

Using Classroom Mock Trials to Encourage Critical Thinking in Social Studies

Educators can use historical documents and other primary sources when teaching students about history in the form of a classroom debate.

Tim Phillips

Social Science Teacher, Township School District 214, Illinois

April 26, 2019

How John Muir and Rachel Carson Planted the Seeds for Earth Day

In celebration of Earth Day, HMH's Archivist recognizes the two great HMH authors who had an indirect hand in its creation.

Susan Steinway

Archivist, HMH

March 21, 2019

They Persisted: Celebrate Women Authors of the 19th Century

Learn about influential female authors published by HMH who found their voices while involved in the political or literary movements of their time.

Susan Steinway

Archivist, HMH

March 04, 2019

How Do You Ignite World Languages Learning?

HMH and LearnLaunch selected eight finalists to participate in the Finalists Pitch session

Jamie Downey

Shaped Contributor

February 28, 2019

Ann Petry: Honoring the Author's Legacy During Black History Month

Petry's The Street was the first book by a black woman to sell more than 1 million copies.

Susan Steinway

Archivist, HMH

February 19, 2019

4 Teaching Tools to Honor Black History Month in the Classroom

These tools can be used throughout the year—but especially during Black History Month—to promote lifelong learning.

Geraldine Stevens

Director of Social Studies and World Languages

February 13, 2019

Black History Month: Teaching Historical Triumphs and Tragedies

We have an obligation to explore parts of our history that are difficult to talk about as well as those moments that are uplifting.

Susan Steinway

Archivist, HMH

February 07, 2019

Throw a Lunar New Year Party With Your Class

Celebrating the Chinese Lunar New Year in your K-6 class is an opportunity to teach immigration, cultural awareness, symbolism, geography, and more.

Onalee Smith

Shaped Staff

January 30, 2019