A focused 20-minute analysis of Horace Mann's 12th Annual Report to the Massachusetts Board of Education, exploring the ideals and motivations behind the American Common School Movement.

A foundational introductory lesson for a unit on the Harlem Renaissance, designed for students reading at a 2nd-grade level. The lesson focuses on initial vocabulary exposure and self-assessment of prior knowledge.

A comprehensive, station-based review lesson covering the Constitutional Convention, key compromises, Federalist vs. Anti-Federalist debates, and analysis of Federalist Papers 10 and 51. Designed for high school US Government students with heavy scaffolding for IEP and LEP learners.

This lesson explores the Enlightenment foundations of modern democracy, focusing on the 'architects' who drafted the ideas of natural rights, separation of powers, and the social contract. Students analyze how these philosophical blueprints shaped the American Revolution and founding documents.

A lesson focused on the Winter Olympics through the lens of five participating nations: Norway, USA, Japan, Italy, and Canada. Students explore geography, culture, and athletic achievements to understand the global spirit of the games.

A lesson exploring the lives of Deborah, Samson, and Ruth, focusing on their character traits, the challenges they faced, and their significance in biblical history.

A lesson exploring the economic foundations of the European Union, focusing on the Single Market and trade agreements through a Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (CER) framework.

A 50-minute lesson exploring the history and customs of Valentine's Day, designed for middle school students with K-3 reading levels. Includes a KWL chart, accessible text, and comprehension questions.

A lesson exploring how Enlightenment philosophers like Locke, Montesquieu, and Voltaire influenced the founding documents and structure of the United States government.

A scavenger hunt lesson where students analyze the Declaration of Independence to identify unalienable rights and grievances against King George III. Students act as 'Declaration Detectives' to uncover the core principles and complaints that led to the American Revolution.

A culminating scavenger hunt through 100 years of Black history, challenging students to apply everything they've learned about the five core values.

Exploring 'The Other Wes Moore' and a 100-year soundtrack of emotions, students participate in a mediation circle and write letters of hope to younger students.

Students design a 'Level Up Remote' based on Black icons and create paper masks to discuss stereotypes and the internal vs. external experiences of Black men.

Using a sports-style draft, students identify generational leaders and trailblazers to form their own 'Advisory Draft' team, emphasizing the value of Sankofa.

Students create mood boards and 'historical social media posts' for iconic Black celebrities and TV stars, identifying how excellence has been portrayed and how today's generation would react to past triumphs.

Students explore emotional expression across generations through the lens of Hip Hop, creating their own spoken word or rap pieces to connect their feelings with those who came before them.

A 35-minute lesson exploring the theme of public vs. private identity in Chapter 4 of Persepolis. Students analyze how characters navigate the contradictions between their personal lives and the political atmosphere of 1970s Iran.

A 2-3 day project where students create a visual mural representing the major social reform movements of the Antebellum era, focusing on the concept of moral suasion and the perfectibility of society.

A collaborative project for 8th-grade students to research Syria's geography, culture, and the humanitarian context of the refugee crisis, culminating in a visual poster presentation.

A lesson focused on understanding the Syrian refugee crisis through geography, historical context, and comparative analysis of global displacement.

A comprehensive analysis of Sarah and Angelina Grimké's roles as dual reformers in the abolitionist and women's rights movements, using primary source excerpts to explore their unique arguments and challenges.

A lesson reviewing the seven sacraments of the Catholic Church, focusing on their spiritual importance and classification into Sacraments of Initiation, Healing, and Service.

A comprehensive middle school lesson on cultural exchange, exploring the 'cultural iceberg' and challenging ethnocentrism through research and simulation.

A 45-60 minute lesson exploring the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation, the impact of Shays' Rebellion, and the eventual call for a constitutional convention. The lesson uses high-engagement strategies like Think-Pair-Share and Stop-and-Jot to support all learners.

A lesson focused on identifying and analyzing different forms of government through scenario-based assessments and critical thinking exercises.

A Grade 5 lesson focusing on the value of Ubuntu, exploring 'Black Boy Joy' through Pharrell Williams and the collective energy of the 1963 March on Washington.

A Grade 6 lesson focusing on Virtus (excellence) and energy, using Simone Biles and the 1968 Olympics to show how personal power can be channeled into advocacy.

A Grade 7 lesson centered on Kenkyo (humility), focusing on mental health advocacy with Megan Thee Stallion and Kid Cudi to normalize emotional wellness.

A Grade 7 deep dive into Ganas (grit) and resilience, connecting the narrative of 'The Other Wes Moore' and Jay-Z to the historical excellence of the Harlem Renaissance.

A pre-reading webquest for the novel 'Refugee' by Alan Gratz, covering the historical contexts of the Holocaust, Cuban migration in the 1990s, and the Syrian civil war. Students explore digital resources to build background knowledge on the challenges faced by refugees across different eras.

A multi-day, inquiry-based group project where students explore the Super Bowl's evolution from a simple championship game into a global cultural and economic powerhouse. Students conduct research on historical, social, and economic factors before presenting their findings through a medium of their choice.

An introductory lesson covering the major events, alliances, and turning points of World War II through a map-based summary video.

An introductory lesson covering the essential timeline, major powers, and key events of World War II through visual media and structured note-taking.

Students complete a Short Constructed Response (SCR) analyzing how the author uses character and plot to answer the essential question.