Almost November!

Can you believe how fast time passes? During September and October I devoted a lot of time to making connections. It seems to be paying off! My ninth grade World History I students routinely discuss connections to prior topics, the current topic, and things in their lives when we wrap up a lesson. I also incorporate writing into each lesson, and I am seeing references to making connections in the writing samples. My students seem to be much more involved and active this year. I see my students' confidence levels increase with each new topic. What have you noticed with your students and their learning journey this year?