A lesson exploring the impact of Harriet Beecher Stowe's novel 'Uncle Tom's Cabin' on the abolitionist movement, designed for 3rd-4th grade students.

A lesson focused on evaluating the Louisiana Purchase through a short speech. Students use primary source facts to build a claim, support it with reasons, and present their perspective on the 1803 land deal.

A high-energy lesson on cryptography and the history of the Enigma machine, designed to motivate students before the WYTOPP state assessment. Students learn about substitution ciphers and decode a secret message of encouragement.

An immersive simulation where students experience the hardships and hopes of 19th-century westward expansion through first-person narrative writing and historical analysis.

A comprehensive review of the foundational documents that shaped Early America, including the Declaration of Independence, the Preamble, and the US Constitution.

A history and technology lesson for 8-year-olds exploring how daily life has transformed through technological advancement, featuring visual comparisons and differentiated tasks for EAL learners.

A multi-day research project where students investigate the leaders of Indiana's three branches of government: the Governor, a local legislator, and the Chief Justice.

Students explore the concept of neighborhood impact by mapping local needs and brainstorming small, actionable steps to help their immediate community.

A comprehensive look at the escalating tensions and key events that led the thirteen colonies to break away from British rule. Students will explore the transition from loyal subjects to independent revolutionaries through the lens of taxes, protests, and early battles.

A fast-paced overview of the key events leading to the American Revolution, designed for 4th graders to understand how colonial anger built over time.

An immersive Revolutionary War escape room experience where students solve historical puzzles to 'deliver a secret message' and secure American independence.

An in-depth look at the causes, key figures, and pivotal moments of the American Revolutionary War through reading and analysis.

Explores the Emancipation Proclamation, the surrender at Appomattox Court House, and the early efforts to rebuild a broken nation.

A deep dive into the lives of Civil War soldiers, the technology used in the 1860s, and the significance of major turning points like the Battle of Gettysburg.

An introductory lesson on the fundamental differences between the Union and the Confederacy, exploring the issues of slavery, state's rights, and the outbreak of war at Fort Sumter.

This lesson explores the minute-by-minute events of April 14, 1865, focusing on the atmosphere at Ford's Theatre and the calculated movements of John Wilkes Booth. Students will analyze a primary-source-inspired reading passage and reconstruct the timeline of the assassination.

An investigation into the history of Special Field Orders No. 15 and the broken promise of 'Forty Acres and a Mule' through a creative reconstruction project.

Exploring how people with disabilities contribute to and lead our school community with unique strengths.

Celebrating the diverse cultural backgrounds and global stories that enrich our school's leadership.