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Shaped

A community-driven blog supporting educators, building lifelong learners,
and shaping the future of education.* 

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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

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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

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Where Are the Women? Finding Stories in History Beyond State Standards

States with broad or high-level standards may allow teachers to cover additional areas of history or allow for student choice.

Geraldine Stevens
Social Studies Content Expert

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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

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Teaching about Triumphs and Tragedies in African American History

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

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#FollowTheFedora: Carmen Sandiego Day With Gina Rodriguez

Gina Rodriguez, voice of the new Carmen Sandiego on Netflix, hosted a quiz show for students at Carmen Sandiego Day with Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

Onalee Smith
Shaped Contributor

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Q&A: Gina Rodriguez, Carmen Sandiego's New Voice

Gina Rodriguez, the new voice of Carmen Sandiego on Netflix, discusses her personal connection to the beloved supersleuth before her upcoming debut on January 18.

Katrina George
Shaped Staff

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The History of Carmen Sandiego: Artifacts in the HMH Archives

The supersleuth will steal her way into our hearts (and classrooms) once again on Jan. 18 when the new Netflix series debuts.

Susan Steinway
Archivist, HMH

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K-12 News Roundup: Constitutional Rights, Equity Gaps, and More

Stay up to date on the K-12 education issues that matter to you.

Julia Roch

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Sylvia Acevedo and Carol Jago Talk Success and Education

Check out what three experts told us in Facebook Live interviews about their areas of expertise as they relate to social studies.

Katrina George
Shaped Staff

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How to Turn Civics Students Into Engaged Citizens

Teach your students how they can make a difference in their communities and explain the complexity of many political issues.

Erik Palmer
Program Consultant, Into Reading and Into Literature

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Why True Stories Matter: Help Students Read Their Way Into Social Studies

Books about history open readers’ eyes to the circumstances of people’s lives in places and times other than their own.

Carol Jago
HMH Author and Associate Director, California Reading & Literature Project at UCLA

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Crimes and Punishments: Teach the Fourth, Fifth, and Eighth Amendments

Supreme Court cases pertaining to issues raised in these amendments hold relevance for students.

Shaped Staff
Shaped Contributor

Glenn Greenberg

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Explore the Past: Historical Nonfiction Books for K-12 Students

HMH has published a lot of compelling nonfiction books for children of all ages. Here are a few to consider.

Susan Steinway
Archivist, HMH

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How Can School Leaders Remain Objective When Discussing Politics?

School leaders must consider all views when reacting to political events and statements—in either a personal or professional capacity.

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Politics in the Classroom: Teach Empathy in Turbulent Times

Educators who are uncomfortable teaching controversial topics may avoid them completely. But there's another solution.

Dr. Lissa Pijanowski
HMH Contributor

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News Roundup: School Safety Bill, Hurricane Damages, and More

Stay up to date on the K-12 education issues that matter to you.

Julia Roch

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Teaching the Fourteenth Amendment: The Power of Citizenship

Several U.S. Supreme Court cases you can cover in class relate directly to schools and children. Here are eight examples.

Glenn Greenberg
Shaped Contributor

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