Welcome to Benevento’s History Blog. I am a History enthusiast who wants to share my thoughts, ideas and experiences with other history nerds. I have been a History and Special Education teacher for 10 years in New Jersey. I received my Masters in Social Studies Education and I’m hoping to someday pursue a Doctorate Degree in History when the time is right.

Teaching in a small district has given me a unique opportunity to teach all grades between 7th- 11th grade. I have taught early American History (Jackson Era to the Civil War) in 7th grade (2 years), Ancient World History in 8th grade (6 years) , Modern World History in 9th grade (6 Years), U.S. History I in 10th grade (4 years) and U.S. History II in 11th grade (1 year). I have taught both Special Ed. and General Ed. classes. Being exposed to these different subjects has helped grow my interest in a wide range of topics. I plan to share information and thoughts on many different subject matters in this Blog. My favorite subject area of history is early American history, from Colonial America to the Civil War.

My favorite topics in other subject areas include Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, Ancient Egypt, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the Age of Exploration, the French Revolution and the World Wars. I plan to post about thoughts/questions that peak my interest, historical experiences/ trips, book reviews, and documentary/ movie reviews. I hope you enjoy and I look forward to any comments/ discussions.