A foundational lesson on global geography focusing on identifying and labeling the seven continents using visual cues and spatial relationships.

A comprehensive 3-day exploration of David Letterman's life, career, and Indiana roots, featuring a biography reading, career analysis, and a creative project.

A lesson focused on distinguishing between firsthand and secondhand accounts through the lens of the Women's Suffrage Movement. Students will analyze primary and secondary sources to understand different perspectives and historical reporting.

A rubric and assessment tool for the Lewis and Clark Road Trip journal assignment, focusing on content, imagery, and historical accuracy.

A deep dive into the life and activism of Alice Paul, focusing on her leadership in the women's suffrage movement and the passage of the 19th Amendment.

A fast-paced, engaging 20-minute lesson teaching fourth graders how to identify community needs and take action as citizens in their school and neighborhood.

A hands-on history project where students research and design a commemorative poster for a key figure of the American Revolution. Includes research organizers, templates, and instructional guides.

A comprehensive look at the history of the Battle of Puebla and how Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a vibrant celebration of Mexican culture and cuisine.

Explore traditional festivals from seven different countries through detailed reading passages and interactive matching activities designed for upper-intermediate ESL students.

A lesson exploring cultural celebrations around the world, focusing on traditions, food, and clothing in Turkey, France, El Salvador, Mexico, the Netherlands, Taiwan, and Argentina.

Students learn the foundational skills of cartography, focusing on how to read, interpret, and create maps using real-world symbols, scales, and coordinates.

A high-energy simulation where students manage a budget at a carnival, making decisions about spending on games and treats versus saving for a grand prize. Students navigate unexpected 'chaos cards' that test their financial planning.

A 30-minute civics and ethics lesson where students participate in a mock court case to distinguish between 'equal' fairness and 'equitable' justice. Students role-play a dispute over playground equipment to apply these complex concepts to a relatable scenario.

A social studies lesson for grades 4-6 focusing on the early days of the American Revolution, vocabulary of the conflict, and the sights and sounds of the struggle for independence.