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Day 4 Thursday, July 16, 2026 · 12pm ET / 9am PT

Back to School: A Simple Step-by-Step Plan for the First Week

Stop choosing between science, social studies, and your sanity. Here is the simple way.

About this session

Most elementary teachers know science and social studies are important — but the daily reality is "we ran out of time." Jamie walks you through how to teach both subjects in a way that fits your schedule, hooks your students, and does not require hours of planning.

What you’ll walk away with

  • How to fit science AND social studies into your week
  • A simple lesson structure that works for either subject
  • Hands-on ideas you can pull off without a lab
  • Cross-curricular ways to use your reading and writing block

What to bring

Your weekly schedule — we will talk about where these subjects can fit.

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