A collection of vocabulary activities focused on high-frequency academic words used to analyze the Cold War, including 'impact', 'tension', and 'strategy'.

A comprehensive reading and assessment lesson exploring the life and legacy of Walt Disney, from his humble beginnings on a Missouri farm to the creation of a global entertainment empire.

Students explore the history of American involvement in WWI, vocabulary related to trench warfare, and the significance of modern memorials through a comprehensive reading packet.

A lesson designed for English Language Learners to understand the key concepts and vocabulary of Westward Expansion through simplified text and visual scaffolds.

A Reader's Theatre lesson focused on Ernest Shackleton's Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, highlighting leadership, perseverance, and teamwork through a 24-part script.

A comprehensive literacy and history packet exploring Paul Revere's legendary journey through vocabulary building, close reading, and critical analysis.

Synthesis of the unit's learning. Students read detailed profiles of the Miami, Potawatomi, Shawnee, and Delaware tribes and complete an extensive creative writing project.

A detailed look at the architecture of wigwams and longhouses. Students compare the materials, shapes, and social structures of these dwellings using a nature guide format.

Exploration of how Native American groups adapted to Indiana's seasons. Focuses on hunting, fishing, gathering, and maple syrup production through a survival guide and first-person explorer journals.

Introduction to early exploration in Indiana and the core vocabulary of the unit. Students read a historical-style newspaper to identify the four main tribal groups and understand the physical environment.

A culminating writing unit where students apply their knowledge through first-person journals and survival guides.

A detailed comparison of wigwams and longhouses, focusing on their materials, shapes, and social structures.