A deep-dive investigation into the JFK assassination where students analyze six exhibits of evidence to evaluate conspiracy theories and the official Warren Commission findings. Students act as lead investigators to determine if the assassination was a cover-up.

A final assessment and review lesson to verify student mastery of the unit's geography skills.

Analyzing the major physical regions of the world and their impact on human settlement and activity.

Using contour maps to visualize 3D terrain and calculate gradients across various global landscapes.

Mastering the use of relief shading and elevation data to interpret global mountain ranges and basins.

Identification of major landforms and bodies of water found across the seven continents.

Students will examine eight major battles of the American Civil War using a jigsaw strategy to build a collective understanding of military strategy, casualty impacts, and the soldier's experience.

This lesson explores the psychological nature of guilt as a targeted interpersonal emotion, comparing it to shame and regret through a study of five behavioral experiments.

Students compare historical accounts of child labor from the Industrial Revolution with modern-day case studies in global industries. The lesson focuses on identifying patterns of exploitation and the evolution of labor laws.

An introductory exploration of the historical and social themes in the film Remember the Titans, focusing on the 1971 integration of T.C. Williams High School and the leadership required to build a unified team.

A summative assessment evaluating student mastery of the 1980s and 90s through multiple-choice, true/false, short answer, and DBQ questions.

Investigate the technological revolution of the Internet, advancements in DNA, and the shifting landscape of global security leading toward 2001.

Examine the economic boom of the 90s, the impacts of NAFTA, and the process of deindustrialization.

Analyze the collapse of the Soviet Union, the fall of the Berlin Wall, and the end of the Cold War.

Explore the rise of conservatism, 'Reaganomics', and the social shifts of the 1980s.

A speaking-focused lesson exploring the human cost of urban change through a role-play debate regarding the redevelopment of a local community market.

Introduction to the concept of gentrification through visual analysis and a 'live listening' exercise focusing on the transformation of East London neighborhoods.

A comprehensive exploration of the Cold War's global impact, focusing on proxy wars in Korea and Vietnam, the division of Europe and the Berlin Wall, and the Cuban Missile Crisis. Students will analyze how the superpower rivalry reshaped the 20th-century world.

A project-based lesson where students act as political analysts to evaluate the modern-day relevance of George Washington's 1796 warnings using current news media and political events.

A comprehensive two-week final project for high school students to investigate and propose solutions for a major global issue from one of five core units: News Literacy, Immigration, Climate Change, Global Conflict, or Human Rights.

A 45-minute deep dive into George Washington's Farewell Address, focusing on his prophetic warnings regarding the dangers of political factions and their impact on national unity.

A lesson focused on identifying misinformation and disinformation through short case studies, culminating in a CER (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning) paragraph about spotting digital red flags.

A comprehensive exploration of the European colonization of Africa, featuring diverse primary sources that highlight both imperialist motivations and African resistance. Students will analyze the human, economic, and political impacts of the 'Scramble for Africa'.

A high-school level exploration of how the 14th Amendment's scope was expanded through legislative acts like the ADA and IDEA, and judicial rulings like Obergefell v. Hodges. Students analyze the roles of different government branches in securing civil rights.

A comprehensive 40-minute lesson on the impact of the September 11 attacks, President Bush's response, and the legislative aftermath of the USA PATRIOT Act, tailored to Tennessee state standards.

A 25-minute deep dive into the Clinton Administration, covering major domestic policies, foreign interventions, and the technological boom of the 1990s. This lesson addresses TN Standard US.89 through direct instruction and a policy-impact activity.

A focused 20-minute lesson covering the George H.W. Bush administration, specifically the invasion of Panama, the Gulf War, and the domestic budget debates.

A comprehensive high school history lesson covering the presidency of Ronald Reagan, focusing on Reaganomics, the Cold War, and domestic social issues as aligned with TN Standard US.87.

An in-depth look at the Bay of Pigs invasion, focusing on John F. Kennedy's decision-making process, the strategic failures of the CIA-led operation, and the enduring geopolitical consequences of the Cold War crisis.

A lesson introducing the concept of family, its definition, and its importance as a social unit.

A comprehensive lesson on Jimmy Carter's administration, covering the economic challenges, foreign policy triumphs and failures, and the cultural shift of the late 1970s. Includes slides, notes, activities, and extensive primary/visual resources.

A lesson focused on evaluating the historical impact and adequacy of the Nuremberg Trials through structured writing and evidence-based argumentation.

A comprehensive exploration of America's westward expansion, covering the ideological drive of Manifest Destiny, the industrial feat of the Transcontinental Railroad, and the social movement of the Exodusters.

An in-depth exploration of the Tet Offensive and the pivotal role of media coverage during the Vietnam War, examining how the 'Living Room War' changed American public opinion and created a credibility gap.

An in-depth exploration of conscientious objection and military ethics through the lens of the film Hacksaw Ridge, featuring DOK Level 3 discussion prompts and evaluation tools.

An intensive survey lesson covering the critical events and lasting impacts of the American Revolution, Westward Expansion, the Civil War, and World War II. Students will analyze primary sources and synthesize information across different eras to understand historical continuity and change.

A comprehensive exploration of the Vietnam War era, covering military tactics, political turning points, and the seismic cultural shifts of the 1960s. Students analyze primary sources, map the conflict, and evaluate the domestic impact of the war.

A lesson exploring the lives, reign, and eventual downfall of Maximilian I and Empress Carlota during the Second Mexican Empire, focusing on their time in Mexico.

A lesson exploring the historical roots of Cinco de Mayo, focusing on the debt crisis and the Battle of Puebla.

The final assessment and preparation materials for the unit on 1960-1980 US History.

Analyze the Watergate scandal, the Supreme Court's ruling in US v. Nixon, and the resulting shift in American trust in government and the presidency.

Investigate the shift in U.S. foreign policy under Richard Nixon, including the policy of détente with the Soviet Union, the opening of relations with China, and the complex path to exiting Vietnam.

Examine the transformative legal landscape of the 1960s through the key decisions of the Warren Court and the rise of the counterculture movement during the Vietnam era.

Analyze how scientific and technological advancements, from satellite communications to chemical weaponry like Agent Orange, transformed the American experience of the Vietnam War and the Space Race.

Explore the dual priorities of Lyndon B. Johnson's presidency: the ambitious 'Great Society' domestic programs and the escalating commitment to the Vietnam War following the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution.