A comprehensive collection of lessons and assessments covering civic engagement, psychological principles of intelligence and personality, and critical decision-making frameworks for high school students.
A weeklong exploration of Frederick Jackson Turner's Frontier Thesis, focusing on close reading, historical analysis, and the construction of American national identity. Students will engage with primary sources to understand how the concept of the frontier shaped democratic ideals, individualistic traits, and the exclusion of diverse perspectives.
A comprehensive review sequence focusing on the Gilded Age and Progressive Era through the analysis of historical imagery and political cartoons, specifically designed for Texas STAAR preparation.
A deep dive into the foundations of American government, covering the evolution of constitutional amendments and the structure and power of the judicial system.
A comprehensive US History EOC review sequence designed for AVID classrooms, utilizing WICOR strategies to master key eras from the Gilded Age through modern turning points.
A full-year curriculum of daily warm-ups and exit tickets for 11th Grade US History, spanning from 1877 to the present day, designed for visual impact and student engagement.
An 8-day US History remediation packet covering WWII, the Cold War, Civil Rights, and Vietnam, designed for 11th-grade students preparing for STAAR testing. Each day includes intensive reading with embedded vocabulary, active annotation guides, and a skill-based review worksheet.
A comprehensive unit exploring the intersection of industrial innovation and architectural design through the iconic lens of the Empire State Building. Students analyze the socio-economic impacts of the Great Depression on construction and the geometric principles of Art Deco style.
A series of four interactive stations designed for high school emerging bilingual students to explore the history and significance of Cinco de Mayo through reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The materials focus on 9th-grade TEKS (Inference and Text Structure) while maintaining a 4th-5th grade reading level for accessibility.
A comprehensive sequence focused on developing data literacy through the analysis of United States crime statistics. Students progress from national trend analysis to specific state and local investigations using primary data sources.
A comprehensive curriculum covering financial literacy, economic principles, and civic systems through historical case studies, ethical dilemmas, and real-world simulations.
This sequence explores the aftermath of the Compromise of 1877, detailing the systematic dismantling of Reconstruction-era progress and the establishment of the Jim Crow South. Students analyze the political, social, and legal mechanisms used to disenfranchise African Americans.