Tim Smyth
@historycomics.bsky.social
All things TeachingWithComics.com Eisner Nominated Author. Presenter. Teacher. Husband. Dad. Nerd.
Thank you Daniel Warren Johnson and team for opening powerful conversations in my classroom. What will YOU do? Powerful. As a teacher, I am thankful for this work.
November 19, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Thank you Daniel Warren Johnson and team for opening powerful conversations in my classroom. What will YOU do? Powerful. As a teacher, I am thankful for this work.
My students and I read this together - a mesmerizing way to teach a cross-curricular lesson.
Disease-causing bacteria that have been recently discovered in the teeth of Napoleonic soldiers may have spurred the massive infantry’s demise during its retreat from Russia
Napoleon’s Army Defeat Linked to Unexpected Pathogens, DNA Study Shows
Disease-causing bacteria that have been recently discovered in the teeth of Napoleonic soldiers may have spurred the massive infantry’s demise during its retreat from Russia
www.scientificamerican.com
November 18, 2025 at 5:13 PM
My students and I read this together - a mesmerizing way to teach a cross-curricular lesson.
If you know you know… can’t wait to put this in my classroom tomorrow!
November 17, 2025 at 11:01 PM
If you know you know… can’t wait to put this in my classroom tomorrow!
So. Teaching really is a roller coaster. Came in to this note in my mailbox this morning. What we do matters - every day.
November 17, 2025 at 5:37 PM
So. Teaching really is a roller coaster. Came in to this note in my mailbox this morning. What we do matters - every day.
My newest article for @edutopia.org - this has been a game changer for me!
For high school teachers, regular surveys can provide a wealth of information about students’ goals, challenges, and everyday lives! Here’s how to use them in your classroom throughout the year. 📅
#HighSchoolTeacher #EduSky
#HighSchoolTeacher #EduSky
Surveying Students Regularly Can Yield Valuable Connections
Making a habit of surveying students provides a wealth of information about their goals, challenges, and everyday lives.
edut.to
November 17, 2025 at 1:09 PM
My newest article for @edutopia.org - this has been a game changer for me!
Combining visual literacy, analysis, and writing. Individual interpretations matter when backed up with visual and textual evidence. Comics = literacy.
November 15, 2025 at 11:38 PM
Combining visual literacy, analysis, and writing. Individual interpretations matter when backed up with visual and textual evidence. Comics = literacy.
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Ep. #278 of THE FANBASE WEEKLY #podcast Is Live with Special Guests @noethematt.bsky.social & @historycomics.bsky.social Discussing The #AI Attack on #Libraries & More of the Latest #GeekNews
Sponsor: @thelabpress.bsky.social
Sponsor: @thelabpress.bsky.social
The Fanbase Weekly: Episode #278 (The AI Attack on Libraries, Education, & More) - Fanbasepress
In The Fanbase Weekly, the Fanbase Press staff and a host of special guests from across the pop culture spectrum discuss the top geek stories of the week.
fanbasepress.com
November 15, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Ep. #278 of THE FANBASE WEEKLY #podcast Is Live with Special Guests @noethematt.bsky.social & @historycomics.bsky.social Discussing The #AI Attack on #Libraries & More of the Latest #GeekNews
Sponsor: @thelabpress.bsky.social
Sponsor: @thelabpress.bsky.social
I lost my class for five minutes today…
November 14, 2025 at 10:25 PM
I lost my class for five minutes today…
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Ep. #278 of THE FANBASE WEEKLY #podcast Is Live with Special Guests @noethematt.bsky.social & @historycomics.bsky.social Discussing The #AI Attack on #Libraries & More of the Latest #GeekNews
Sponsor: @thelabpress.bsky.social
Sponsor: @thelabpress.bsky.social
The Fanbase Weekly: Episode #278 (The AI Attack on Libraries, Education, & More) - Fanbasepress
In The Fanbase Weekly, the Fanbase Press staff and a host of special guests from across the pop culture spectrum discuss the top geek stories of the week.
fanbasepress.com
November 14, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Ep. #278 of THE FANBASE WEEKLY #podcast Is Live with Special Guests @noethematt.bsky.social & @historycomics.bsky.social Discussing The #AI Attack on #Libraries & More of the Latest #GeekNews
Sponsor: @thelabpress.bsky.social
Sponsor: @thelabpress.bsky.social
Day 2 of powerful conversations about imperialism and its continuing impacts.
November 14, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Day 2 of powerful conversations about imperialism and its continuing impacts.
In my mailbox this morning. Be human.
November 14, 2025 at 12:30 PM
In my mailbox this morning. Be human.
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So very proud of my students today. We spent 90 minutes reading, watching, writing, questioning, and discussing, and making connections.
November 14, 2025 at 12:07 AM
So very proud of my students today. We spent 90 minutes reading, watching, writing, questioning, and discussing, and making connections.
I am in the beginning of creating my own comic -this book is an inspirational resource! Thank you @elerimai.bsky.social for this! I will be sharing with my students - this book is perfect for comics creators - but also offers invaluable insight for nonfiction research and writing in prose as well
November 13, 2025 at 5:58 PM
I am in the beginning of creating my own comic -this book is an inspirational resource! Thank you @elerimai.bsky.social for this! I will be sharing with my students - this book is perfect for comics creators - but also offers invaluable insight for nonfiction research and writing in prose as well
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"I decided to incorporate surveys...throughout the entire school year. Students change & grow over the year, & I realized I was missing the chance to get to know them on an ongoing basis... I have been absolutely amazed at the vital info it has given me as I get to know them—& they get to know me."
My newest Edutopia article is up - all about getting to know students and our shared humanity. www.edutopia.org/article/stud... @edutopia.org
November 13, 2025 at 4:24 PM
"I decided to incorporate surveys...throughout the entire school year. Students change & grow over the year, & I realized I was missing the chance to get to know them on an ongoing basis... I have been absolutely amazed at the vital info it has given me as I get to know them—& they get to know me."
Happy #WorldKindnessDay . As a parent and educator, I try to make the world a better place every day to ensure a more accepting future.
November 13, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Happy #WorldKindnessDay . As a parent and educator, I try to make the world a better place every day to ensure a more accepting future.
A great conversation! Have a listen.
Ep. #278 of THE FANBASE WEEKLY #podcast Is Live with Special Guests @noethematt.bsky.social & @historycomics.bsky.social Discussing The #AI Attack on #Libraries & More of the Latest #GeekNews (via @404media.co @empiremagazine.bsky.social & @io9dotcom.bsky.social)
Sponsor: @thelabpress.bsky.social
Sponsor: @thelabpress.bsky.social
November 12, 2025 at 1:42 PM
A great conversation! Have a listen.
Yay Tom Racine !!!!! Love this so much! Your wit, whimsy, and love of all things Tolkien shines through!
November 12, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Yay Tom Racine !!!!! Love this so much! Your wit, whimsy, and love of all things Tolkien shines through!
Like the game? Read the book! Always a great strategy!!!! Love!
This month's new middle grade releases include a Clash of Clans graphic novel (Books of Clash Vol. 6), a horse-girl mystery (Harper and the Horse Show Sabotage), and a draconic adventure (The Last Ember)! Tap the link to learn more! bit.ly/4ormHMu
November 11, 2025 at 1:31 AM
Like the game? Read the book! Always a great strategy!!!! Love!
How amazing is this comic I just got from @theorahart !?! The nuances of Robespierre and the humanity come to life! Absolutely brilliant! Can’t wait to show my students.
November 11, 2025 at 12:20 AM
How amazing is this comic I just got from @theorahart !?! The nuances of Robespierre and the humanity come to life! Absolutely brilliant! Can’t wait to show my students.
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This morning, I helped another publisher in editing a book on teaching. I often assist authors and publishers in helping make their materials engaging and relevant to current students. I have a lot to offer if you ever need help.
November 8, 2025 at 1:59 PM
This morning, I helped another publisher in editing a book on teaching. I often assist authors and publishers in helping make their materials engaging and relevant to current students. I have a lot to offer if you ever need help.