Teaching Resources from Orca
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Category: Social Studies
Classroom Activity: International Women’s Day
March 8th is International Women’s Day, a day where we continue to push for a world free from gender bias and shine light on folks who are fighting for equality. Looking for an activity to celebrate International Women’s Day with your class? We’ve created a free worksheet to help students …
Five Ways to Give On Giving Tuesday
Today is Giving Tuesday but supporting your community never goes out of season. Looking for ways to give back during the holidays? We’ve compiled a list of five of causes that are close to our hearts. Teacher Tip: Are you a teacher raising money with your school or classroom this …
Birthdays and German Apple Cake
Spring is coming! And we have a delicious cake recipe you get you in the fun, frivolous, fruity mood–German apple cake. It’s perfect for all the birthdays coming up, or for when you’re craving a slice of sweetness. This cake pairs best with a book featuring the recipe–a book all …
Chana Masala Recipe
Need comfort food or something to warm you up on these cold winter days? Try this great recipe for Chana Masala and then, while you’re at it, curl up with our nonfiction book Diwali to learn about the culture where your food originates. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 medium …
Diwali and the Dirty Wall Project
Travel gives us the opportunity to explore the history and culture of other countries, and we often return home with altered perspectives. This is what happened to Kane Ryan, a Canadian traveler who became fascinated by India on his stay in the country. After a poignant visit at a Chennai …