Educational Escapades

Finding ways to encourage learners, young and old, to be excited about history is important. It can give one the sense of belonging to something larger than themselves, and help them to see how they fit into the bigger picture.

Creating an excitement for history, can be tricky, especially, if your learner thinks they do not like history. Thus, the most important aspect of creating learning materials, games, activities and programs is to know your learner. What is their developmental age? What interests them? Are just a few questions you should consider when you are preparing to develop lessons and activities for them. Once you have a good understanding about your learners, you can create lessons that will be engaging and fun!

Links to blog articles:
Icebreaker Activities. A few ideas to get your students ready to learn!		History Icebreakers
Cemetery Classroom. How to use a local graveyard as a learning opportunity		The Cemetery as a Classroom
Ideas on how to organize and lead the Boy Scout Genealogy Merit Badge		Genealogy Merit Badge
Using History Mystery Boxes is an wonderful way to engage your visitors/students with your collections		History Mystery Exploration Boxes
Using Maps is an excellent way to teach the history of an area		Maps as a Learning Tool
Developing walking tours to show off your site and teach history		Walking Tours – Takin’ it to the Streets
Building an online presence can attract visitors and create interest in your organization		Creating an Online Presence – How to Attract more Visitors
Making Memory Jars a fun activity for all ages!		Memory Jars