First-Year AP Human Geo Teacher? Here’s My Wild Ride!

Stepping into my first year as an AP Human Geography teacher felt like being tossed into a whirlwind—exciting, dizzying, and a bit terrifying! 🌪️ I’d taught AP World and AP Gov before, so I knew the drill: stay on schedule or risk chaos. But, after peeking at the APHG exam, I thought, “Hey, this looks easier—no LAQs or DBQs!” Famous last words, right? 😅 If you’re about to embark on this journey, let’s swap secrets! What’s the trick to making population pyramids less of a snooze fest? How do you keep kids engaged when discussing von Thünen’s model? Drop your wisdom below—correct me if I’m wrong, and let’s make this the most talked-about APHG class ever! 💬🔥 And if you’ve ever felt lost or doubted for asking questions, trust me, you’re not alone. Let’s build a community where curiosity rules and mistakes are just stepping stones. Any wild strategies or cautionary tales? Share them! 🧭 Let’s navigate this map together! 🗺️ #APHG #TeachingTips #Education