An AP US History lesson exploring the unique characteristics of American chattel slavery through Orlando Patterson's concept of 'social death,' contrasting it with traditional historical forms of servitude.
A hands-on cartography lesson where students explore the political boundaries and physical geography of Oceania through labeling and coloring.
A self-paced study guide exploring the diverse economic landscapes of Asia, focusing on the relationship between economic systems, GDP, and quality of life across major nations.
A comprehensive investigation into the use of chemical weapons during WWI, focusing on the tactical, psychological, and physiological impacts of poison gas. Students analyze multiple primary and secondary sources to construct a formal report on the horrors of gas warfare and the subsequent international efforts to ban it.
Focuses on the critical turning points of World War II, exploring the strategic shifts and human stories that defined the conflict's outcome.
This lesson explores the Spanish-American War, focusing on Theodore Roosevelt's rise, the Treaty of Paris, and the United States' transition from isolationism to an imperial power. Students will analyze the motives and arguments surrounding the annexation of the Philippines and other territories.
A comprehensive research project exploring the 1960s-80s social movements, focusing on the roles of protest, advocacy, and citizen participation in shaping civil rights for diverse communities.
This lesson explores the pivotal events and figures of the early Civil Rights Movement during the 1950s, aligned with HMH Module 21. Students will analyze the legal battles against segregation and the rise of grassroots activism.
An overview of the domestic life, economic prosperity, and cultural shifts of the 1950s. This lesson covers the GI Bill, the rise of suburbia, the baby boom, and the tension between conformity and the emerging counterculture.
A comprehensive lesson exploring the historical context, legal arguments, and social impact of the Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court decision. Students analyze the transition from Plessy v. Ferguson to the civil rights era through primary source excerpts and critical thinking questions.
An advanced exploration of global physical geography, focusing on the unique tectonic, climatic, and bathymetric features of the world's continents and oceans. Students will synthesize geographic data to solve complex spatial puzzles.
A comprehensive lesson on the Silk Road, focusing on geography, the exchange of goods and ideas, and the impact of trans-continental trade on High School World History students.
Examines the post-Cold War era, 9/11, the War on Terror, and the impact of technology in the 21st century. Includes TEKS 11A, 11D, and 27C.
Covers the transition from the Nixon era through the Reagan revolution, focusing on economic shifts and the end of the Cold War. Includes TEKS 10A, 10B, and 10E.
Explores the causes and effects of the Vietnam War, the anti-war movement, and the cultural shifts of the 1960s. Includes TEKS 8D, 8F, and 20A.
Examines the struggle for equality, from Brown v. Board to the legislative victories of the 1960s. Includes TEKS 9A, 9D, and 9F.
Covers the origins of the Cold War, containment policy, the Korean War, and the cultural landscape of the 1950s. Includes TEKS 8A, 8C, and 17B.
Examines individual rights, religious freedom, landmark Supreme Court cases, and the impact of the 14th Amendment on state government. Now Days 19-24.
Explores the structure of the federal government with a focus on the Judicial branch, judicial review, and the system of checks and balances. Now Days 13-18.
The final day of the 25-day remediation program, featuring a comprehensive review of all constitutional concepts and a final reflection on civil liberties.
Focuses on the Legislative and Executive branches, covering Article I and Article II of the Constitution, the legislative process, and the role of the bureaucracy.
A high-impact 40-minute exploration of the Spanish-American War, focusing on the rise of Teddy Roosevelt, the Treaty of Paris, and the emergence of the United States as a global power.
An inquiry-based lesson exploring the cultural syncretism of European, Indigenous, and African influences in colonial Latin America, with a focus on language and religion.