Students will investigate the economic and religious motivations behind the Age of Discovery, comparing the Portuguese 'Trading Post Empire' with the Spanish colonial model while mapping the major maritime routes of the 15th and 16th centuries.
A comprehensive lesson on Eisenhower's Cold War policies, focusing on the evolution of containment through brinkmanship, peaceful coexistence, and the military-industrial complex. Designed for Tennessee US.62 standard and EOC preparation.
A comprehensive 30-minute lesson on the Second Red Scare, covering McCarthyism, HUAC, the Rosenbergs, and the cultural impact of anti-communist hysteria in 1950s America. Students will analyze primary sources and explore the ethical dilemmas of blacklisting.
A comprehensive lesson on the Korean War (US.61) covering the Domino Theory, China's entry, the 38th parallel, and the peninsula's final division. This lesson includes a presentation, student handouts, primary source analysis, and teacher resources.
A deep dive into the Age of Exploration, comparing the motivations, encounters, and global impact of famous maritime explorers from around the world.
A comprehensive 35-minute lesson on the Korean War, covering its causes, major events, and long-term consequences as part of the Cold War. Students explore the Domino Theory, the 38th Parallel, and the impact of Chinese intervention.