A high school geography and economics lesson comparing the Trans-Saharan and Indian Ocean trade networks, focusing on resource distribution, cultural diffusion via Islam, and the impact of map projections on our perception of the continent.
A high school history lesson exploring Woodrow Wilson's Fourteen Points, the Treaty of Versailles, and the intense U.S. Senate debate over joining the League of Nations. Students analyze primary sources and engage in a structured debate regarding American sovereignty and internationalism.
A 35-minute exploration of the American home front during World War I, covering social shifts, government propaganda, and legal challenges to civil liberties. Students analyze the roles of women and minorities, rationing efforts, and the tension between national security and free speech.
A 25-minute overview of World War I's defining characteristics and figures, covering trench warfare, technological innovations, and key military groups and individuals like the Harlem Hell Fighters and Alvin C. York.
A philosophical exploration of identity and logic centered on the Ship of Theseus paradox. Students analyze historical context, learn formal debate techniques, and grapple with the nature of change and continuity.
A collection of vocabulary resources focused on the structure of government and the role of the Pharaoh in Ancient Egypt, tailored for both elementary and high school levels.
A comprehensive look at the founding, geography, and development of the thirteen original American colonies.
A deep dive into the economic data of the Great Depression, comparing the US and German experiences through a slow-reveal graph technique to build analytical skills.
A comprehensive look at medieval Scottish life, covering religious devotion, the impact of the Black Death, the lawless Border Reivers, and the dangerous lives of monarchs.
An interactive exploration of fiscal policy, focusing on the federal budget, debt dynamics, and the specific application of expansionary and contractionary tools to manage the economy.