Where can I find information and samples of interdisciplinary thematic units?
Jane’s Answer: There are literally hundreds of resources for thematic units that incorporate a variety of academic subjects. If you are looking for those that also include MI strategies you may wish to explore the following resources: Bruce Campbell’s Multiple Intelligences Handbook presents several models of how to create an MI classroom. Each example includes an explanation of how to prepare students and their parents and how to assess learners through MI techniques. Also provided are over a dozen MI thematic units of study for teachers to implement. David Lazear’s Eight Ways of Teaching shows teachers how to develop thematic lessons that tap into the many ways of learning that children possess. His ideas will help you transform your classroom into an environment where learning can be an enjoyable experience for all. Thomas Armstrong’s Multiple Intelligences in the Classroom is another book that offers thematic units. His ideas will make you say to yourself, “Gosh, this just makes se
