Culminating activities including a mock archaeological dig, a comparative research project, and a final unit assessment.

Exploration of the complex Mississippian culture at Angel Mounds and the significant cultural shifts caused by European contact before statehood.

Introduction to Indiana's first inhabitants and the development of the Early and Middle Woodland mound-building cultures (Adena and Hopewell).

A project-based learning experience where 8th-grade students investigate Evansville's role in pivotal US historical moments, specifically focusing on the WWII home front, to connect local history with national narratives.

Trace the journey of an idea from a bill to a law, understanding the hurdles and debates that shape national policy in the legislative branch.

Explore the architecture of the U.S. Constitution and the vital protections provided by the Bill of Rights through guided analysis and legal roleplay.

A comprehensive look at the life and impact of Oda Nobunaga, the first great unifier of Japan, exploring his military innovations and the end of the Sengoku period.

A comprehensive lesson on the Gupta Empire of Ancient India, often referred to as the 'Golden Age.' Students will explore achievements in science, math, art, and literature while completing a structured outline.

A deep dive into the exclusionary nature of ancient Athenian democracy, exploring who held power and who was left in the shadows. Students analyze demographic profiles and construct arguments about the fairness of the world's first democracy.

A creative social studies and literacy activity where students transform their reading about global celebrations into a detailed, illustrated postcard for a friend.

A 45-minute middle school lesson on media literacy, focusing on deconstructing advertising tactics like FOMO, influencer marketing, and hidden product placement through a creative redesign project.

Explore the rugged daily life of a cowboy during the era of the great cattle drives, focusing on the logistics and challenges of the Chisholm Trail. Students will learn about the roles in a cattle crew and the environmental factors of the frontier.

A lesson exploring the historic cattle trails of the American West, focusing on the Chisholm and Goodnight-Loving trails. Students will learn about the economic impact and geographic routes of these famous paths.