A lesson exploring how natural resources like water, soil, and forests support the needs and economy of a community. Students will learn to distinguish between claims about resource importance and the evidence that supports them.

A lesson exploring the transition from monarchy to republic in Ancient Rome and how those early democratic ideas shaped modern governments like the United States.

A high-energy, comedic exploration of the various strategies used by suffragists to win the vote, culminating in a 10-character play performance. Students will analyze picketing, lobbying, and public demonstrations through drama and discussion.

A festive collection of St. Patrick's Day activities focusing on vocabulary and Irish folklore.

An introductory lesson on Viking history, culture, and exploration designed for 3rd-grade students. This 60-minute lesson covers who the Vikings were, their longships, and their daily lives.

Day 3: Connecting personal identity to ancestry, heritage, and the land through the story of Xihuitl and the Identity Adjective Codex.

A collection of unit-wide resources including the main presentation slides, the teacher facilitation guide, and the comprehensive scope and sequence for the 5-day identity journey.

A social studies lesson for third graders exploring John Winthrop's 'City upon a Hill' sermon, focusing on the concepts of community, being a positive example, and the voyage of the Arbella.

A 50-minute lesson exploring the connection between Jazz music, Black expressionism, and the Harlem Renaissance through music comparison and artist biopics. Students will analyze the differences between Black and White artists of the era to understand music as an act of defiance and cultural identity.

The final days of the Republic, the death of Julius Caesar, and the rise of Augustus as the first Emperor.

Students follow Rome's growth through trade and conquest, learning about the Punic Wars and the rise of Julius Caesar as a military leader.

An introduction to the Roman Republic's government, focusing on the roles of the Senate, Consuls, and the struggle between Patricians and Plebeians.

Students explore the mythical origins of Rome through the legend of Romulus and Remus and learn about the geography of the seven hills.

A lesson covering the secession of the Southern states, the formation of the Confederacy, and the opening battle of the Civil War at Fort Sumter. Students will explore the causes of the split and sequence the events that led to the bombardment.

A lesson exploring Harriet Tubman's 1850 escape and the significance of the Mason-Dixon Line as a geographical and legal boundary in the pre-Civil War United States.

A lesson examining the expansion of the United States in the 1850s and the growing conflict over whether new territories should allow slavery. Students will explore how westward expansion pushed the country toward a breaking point.

A lesson exploring the various forms of rebellion against slavery, including John Brown's raid at Harpers Ferry, Nat Turner's revolt, and Denmark Vesey's planned uprising. Students will learn about the risks taken by those fighting for freedom and the different ways people fought back against the plantation system.

A lesson exploring the influence of the abolitionist press and the movement's political impact. Students will learn about abolitionist newspapers like The Liberator and how the movement pressured leaders like Abraham Lincoln to end slavery.

A lesson exploring Harriet Tubman's dual role as an abolitionist speaker and a conductor on the Underground Railroad. Students will learn how abolitionists collaborated to help enslaved people reach freedom.

A lesson introducing the abolitionist movement, focusing on the people who worked to end slavery. Students will learn the definition of "abolish," identify key leaders like Frederick Douglass, and explore the moral arguments against the practice of slavery.

A lesson comparing the lives of Northern factory workers with enslaved people in the South. Students will explore the concepts of paid labor, harsh working conditions, and the fundamental differences between freedom and slavery.

A lesson examining the Northern industrial economy, focusing on manufacturing, the production of steel, and the role of factories and transportation in regional trade. Students will explore how industrialization shaped Northern society and its economic relationship with the South.

A lesson exploring the economic differences between the North and South, focusing on agriculture, the plantation system, and regional crops. Students will compare and contrast the different types of labor and resources used in each region.

A lesson focusing on Harriet Tubman's escape and the historical significance of the Mason-Dixon Line as a boundary between freedom and slavery. Students will practice sequencing historical events and identifying key geographical markers.