Abstract Teaching and learning are not equivalent either can occur independently of the other and frequently does. The teacher’s approach to instruct will reflect in great measure his concept of how the students learns. As teachers we need to use those instructional methods that will most effectively help our learners incorporate the content of the lesson into their minds and hearts. All methods are not equivalently effective for all teachers. Part of the artistry of teaching lies in discovering those strategies especially the tips that make a lesson a perfect one in the classroom. The Social Studies teacher, while looking at the tips suggested in the article could consider the instructional intent, physical environment, resources and many other factors before he enters into any decision to use a particular teaching approach.