A lesson focused on the debates and compromises of the Constitutional Convention, highlighting the differing perspectives of Federalists and Anti-Federalists through primary source analysis and summarizing.
A comprehensive lesson exploring how the U.S. Constitution changes informally through legislation, executive action, court decisions, and custom. Students will analyze the 'living document' concept and how original principles adapt to modern needs.
A short practice session focused on analyzing the Industrial Revolution through STAAR-style summarization questions, covering urbanization, technology, and social changes.
Students will explore the frameworks of environmental policy in the United States, focusing on the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and the enforcement role of the EPA. The lesson includes a presentation, student dossier, and assessment tools.
A deep dive into the Battle of Verdun, focusing on the war of attrition, military strategy, and the psychological impact on soldiers during World War I.
An in-depth exploration of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, covering the Manhattan Project, the tactical decisions, the human impact, and the global legacy of the nuclear age.
A focused look at the events surrounding the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, concluding with a student timeline project.
A comprehensive project where students create a slideshow presentation chronicling the events, impact, and ethical debates surrounding the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
A comprehensive lesson on the U.S. Constitution's amendment process and the Bill of Rights, featuring a chunked reader, instructional slides, and formative assessments. Students will analyze how the Constitution adapts to changing times while protecting fundamental liberties.
A comprehensive lesson exploring the foundational principles of the U.S. Constitution, including popular sovereignty, limited government, federalism, separation of powers, and checks and balances. Students will engage with a chunked reader featuring scaffolded annotations and discussion prompts to analyze how these principles prevent tyranny.