An introduction to behavioral economics for 12th-grade students, focusing on psychological biases, irrationality in decision-making, and the ethics of nudge theory in market trends.
A practice exam focusing on the rights and responsibilities of individuals in legal and employment contexts, as well as factors affecting economic decisions. Includes multiple choice, data interpretation, and an extended response section.
This lesson explores the life and influence of Anne Boleyn, examining her as a 'proto-feminist' figure who defied 16th-century gender norms and acted as a catalyst for the English Reformation. Students will analyze her power dynamics with Henry VIII and her lasting impact on the Tudor legacy and future feminist movements.
A comprehensive lesson on the Civil Rights Movement featuring gallery stations and a guided investigation worksheet. Students analyze institutional obstacles, legal strategies, non-violent and militant tactics, and the expansion of the movement to other marginalized groups.
An exploration of Australia's entry into World War II, focusing on the constitutional and cultural ties to the British Empire that led to the declaration of war in 1939.
A lesson focused on researching and profiling influential women using digital encyclopedias. Students practice gathering key facts and summarizing information in an accessible format.
An in-depth exploration of Charles Sumner's role as a radical abolitionist and political catalyst in the years leading up to the American Civil War. This lesson examines his rhetoric, legislative strategies, and the national impact of his physical assault on the Senate floor.
A lesson exploring the complexities of Fourth Amendment protections in the digital age through 10 realistic search warrant scenarios involving electronics. Students will analyze legal dilemmas, identify exceptions, and argue the constitutionality of various search and seizure methods.
A high-intensity warm-up session focusing on the landmarks of the Civil Rights Movement, from legal victories to grassroots activism.
A fast-paced, 45-minute review session designed to prepare students for a test on the Articles of Confederation, the Three Branches of Government, and the First Amendment through independent 'investigation' and group 'case solving'.
A high-energy, gamified review session covering the Articles of Confederation, the Three Branches of Government, and the First Amendment to prepare students for their upcoming assessment.
An exploration of the systemic failures that led to the outbreak of World War II, structured around the mnemonic acronym FAILURE. Students analyze political, economic, and social factors of the 1930s.
A project-based unit where students become investigative journalists, uncovering hyper-local history through research and audio storytelling. Students will research, script, record, and edit a three-minute podcast episode focused on an untold story from their own community.
This lesson explores the transformative reign of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, focusing on the religious, political, and social upheavals of the English Reformation and its lasting impact on English society.
A comprehensive lesson detailing the systemic causes and key figures of the Protestant Reformation, designed to accompany the 'Great Split' graphic organizer. Students explore the corruption, political tensions, and technological shifts that led Martin Luther and John Calvin to challenge the Catholic Church.
An exploration of the internal and external factors that led to the collapse of the Tokugawa Shogunate, including social unrest, economic stagnation, and the pressure of Western imperialism.
A comprehensive exploration of Japan's rapid transformation from a feudal society to a global industrial power during the Meiji Restoration.
An exploration of the nervous system's building blocks, focusing on neuron structure, the synaptic gap, and the chemical messengers that drive human behavior and sensation.
A lesson exploring the legal and social definitions of refugees, asylum seekers, and internally displaced persons to help students understand the complexities of global displacement.
A simplified history lesson on the D-Day invasion focusing on the visuals of the beaches, military tactics, and the turning point of WWII for Tier 2 special education students.
An introductory lesson on American imperialism in the late 1800s, focusing on the geographic expansion into the Pacific and Caribbean. Students will identify key territories and understand the shift in US foreign policy.
A regional investigation into the social and economic consequences of global warming in Latin America, focusing on human displacement, glacial melt in the Andes, and agricultural shifts. Students analyze a detailed text and construct a Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER) argument.