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Spin, Smash, Repeat: Building a Small Vocabulary Game (Vocab Crusher)
I wanted to make an “anytime” classroom activity that could spark thinking in a few minutes. What started as an AP prompt randomizer in Google Sheets eventually became Vocab Crusher, a small and scrappy vocabulary game built to make practice more active. This post traces that evolution from spin to smash. Continue reading
The Lost Levels: A Targeted Approach to DBQ Skill Development
DBQ Guild: The Lost Levels is a targeted AP DBQ refinement system. Students focus on two to three skills based on prior performance. Built in Google Sheets with workflow tracking & revision data, it makes growth visible, intentional, & manageable. Continue reading
Michael K. Milton: Musings on History & Education (mostly) 