I believe that in order for students to be successful in history, they need to read, write and speak it. And my materials reflect opportunities for students to practice all of these skills. I have a student-centered "hands on,-minds on" approach. Students can be seen working together analyzing and evaluating primary sources. They will then debate with their peers about these sources and bigger historical issues, where they practice using evidence to support claims, and exploring rebuttals. Students also have the opportunity to take their words and put it into writing where they can fully synthesize their learning.