Students explore the history of Riverton through map analysis, identifying how land use has changed over a century and designing future urban solutions.
An exploration of the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution, known as the Bill of Rights, and their role in protecting individual liberties from government overreach.
A lesson focused on civic engagement and community service, guiding students through brainstorming actionable ways to improve their local neighborhoods and support community organizations.
An exploration of the final stages of the American Revolution, from the Battle of Yorktown to the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1783, establishing the formal end of the war and the beginning of American independence.
An exploration of the Articles of Confederation, the first government of the United States, its structure as a loose confederation, and the challenges that led to the Constitutional Convention.
A lesson focused on the key events of the American Revolution, designed specifically for English Language Learners with visual aids and simplified text.
A comprehensive exploration of the five federally recognized Native American tribes in Idaho, focusing on their ancestral lands, traditions, and enduring cultures. Students will learn about the Nez Perce, Shoshone-Bannock, Shoshone-Paiute, Coeur d’Alene, and Kootenai peoples.
Students explore the vital role of a free press as the 'Fourth Estate' in a democracy, examining historical impact and current relevance through inquiry and analysis.
A 45-minute ESL lesson for Grade 5 (Emerging/Developing) focused on sequencing historical events and summarizing oral information using the California Gold Rush as a central theme.
A comprehensive exploration of the United States presidential election process, from primary campaigns and national conventions to the Electoral College and Inauguration Day.
An exploration of the three branches of the United States government—Legislative, Executive, and Judicial—and the system of checks and balances that ensures no single branch becomes too powerful.
An exploration of voting rights in the United States, tracing the expansion of the franchise through constitutional amendments and the Civil Rights Movement.
An exploration of the Declaration of Independence, its historical context, key grievances against King George III, and the fundamental principles of American democracy.
A lesson focused on the key European explorers who reached North America, their motivations, and their discoveries.
A lesson exploring the cultural and environmental adaptations of Native American tribes across four key regions: Arctic, Northeast, Southeast, and Plateau.
Master the essential terminology of Ancient Rome through visual and descriptive flashcards.
Solve complex multiplication word problems using multiple strategies including arrays and area models.
Track and reflect on daily reading progress with differentiated logs for various ability levels.
Analyze the key figures, events, and documents of the American Civil Rights Movement.
Explore how plants transform sunlight into energy through the process of photosynthesis.
A lesson exploring the first three articles of the U.S. Constitution, focusing on the separation of powers into the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches through simplified text and visual breakdowns.