A substitute-ready lesson focusing on the emotional and practical aspects of immigration, where students decide what five essential items they would pack in a single suitcase.
A lesson focused on the fundamentals of US government branches and the responsibilities of being a good citizen, designed for 3rd grade students.
Students conceptualize, design, and present a new nation, integrating knowledge of political science, physical geography, and sociology.
A lesson exploring the impact of Harriet Beecher Stowe's novel 'Uncle Tom's Cabin' on the abolitionist movement, designed for 3rd-4th grade students.
A lesson focused on evaluating the Louisiana Purchase through a short speech. Students use primary source facts to build a claim, support it with reasons, and present their perspective on the 1803 land deal.
A lesson focused on Hernando de Soto's expedition through the Southeastern United States, centering on the search for gold and its impact on the region.
A comprehensive lesson on the founding of the English colonies in North America, featuring a visual timeline of major settlements from Roanoke to Georgia.
A lesson introducing King Tutankhamun, focusing on his life as a young pharaoh and the discovery of his hidden tomb in the Valley of the Kings.
A high-energy lesson on cryptography and the history of the Enigma machine, designed to motivate students before the WYTOPP state assessment. Students learn about substitution ciphers and decode a secret message of encouragement.
An immersive simulation where students experience the hardships and hopes of 19th-century westward expansion through first-person narrative writing and historical analysis.
In this geography and environmental science lesson, third-grade students trace the journey of a plastic bottle from a local Indiana storm drain through the Wabash, Ohio, and Mississippi Rivers to the Atlantic Ocean, fostering an understanding of watersheds and conservation.
A comprehensive review of the foundational documents that shaped Early America, including the Declaration of Independence, the Preamble, and the US Constitution.
A foundational geography lesson designed for early emergent learners to distinguish between their state (Texas) and their country (USA) using visual nesting and simple categorization.
A history and technology lesson for 8-year-olds exploring how daily life has transformed through technological advancement, featuring visual comparisons and differentiated tasks for EAL learners.
A multi-day research project where students investigate the leaders of Indiana's three branches of government: the Governor, a local legislator, and the Chief Justice.
Focuses on school-wide impact where students design a service project to improve their school environment, culture, or community connection.
Students explore the concept of neighborhood impact by mapping local needs and brainstorming small, actionable steps to help their immediate community.
A guided notetaking lesson based on Chapter 7: Heroes and Villains, focusing on the diverse individuals who contributed to the American Revolution. Students will identify key people, dates, and events.
A lesson covering the pivotal shift in the American Revolution from the hardships of Valley Forge to the decisive victory at Yorktown, highlighting key figures like von Steuben and Lafayette.
A comprehensive look at the escalating tensions and key events that led the thirteen colonies to break away from British rule. Students will explore the transition from loyal subjects to independent revolutionaries through the lens of taxes, protests, and early battles.
A fast-paced overview of the key events leading to the American Revolution, designed for 4th graders to understand how colonial anger built over time.