A fun, journalism-themed lesson where students become news anchors to report on the history and significance of Presidents' Day, featuring key presidential achievements.

A comprehensive 47-minute emergency sub plan focusing on the major debates of the 1787 Constitutional Convention, including the Virginia and New Jersey Plans and the Great Compromise.

Examines the vital relationship between Native Alaskan peoples and their lands, focusing on stewardship, subsistence, and the history of land rights as a source of communal strength.

Explores the power of oral tradition and artistic expression as tools for preserving history and communal strength.

Explores the ingenuity of traditional tools like the qayaq (kayak) as a metaphor for personal stability and navigating life's transitions with resilience.

A lesson exploring the 1787 Constitutional Convention, the roles of key Framers like James Madison, and the fundamental principles of American government including federalism, republicanism, and separation of powers.

A comprehensive introduction to the U.S. Constitution for 8th graders, exploring the Preamble, the three branches of government, and the system of checks and balances through a 'Blueprint of Democracy' lens.

A high school child development lesson using a jigsaw strategy to explore Piaget's four stages of cognitive development, featuring expert research and peer-to-peer teaching.

A comprehensive 99-minute lesson exploring child development theorists (Piaget, Erikson, Vygotsky, Bowlby) with a focus on infancy, featuring collaborative research and guided note-taking.

This lesson explores the rise of political machines during the Gilded Age, focusing on TEKS 8C. Students examine the mechanics of urban corruption, civil service reform (Pendleton Act), and the Populist response through collaborative activities and EOC-style assessments.