Analytical frameworks for interpreting history, geography, and civic information. Equips learners with tools for chronological sequencing, map literacy, and critical evaluation of primary and secondary sources.
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 study of key military strategies, critical battles like Saratoga and Yorktown, and the ultimate victory of the Continental Army.
An exploration of the social, political, and economic factors that led to the American Revolution, focusing on the concept of 'No Taxation Without Representation'.
A comprehensive review of the historical figures and conflicts covered in the unit.
Covers modern milestones including the Persian Gulf War, 9/11, and the election of Barack Obama.
Discussion of the Vietnam War and its impact on the American public.
Examines the Space Race, JFK's challenge, and Neil Armstrong's moon landing.
Focuses on the Civil Rights Movement through the leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks.
Introduction to the Cold War, the Iron Curtain, and the Berlin Airlift.
Highlights the contributions of the Tuskegee Airmen and the WWII homefront.
Covers the origins of World War II and the leadership of Dwight D. Eisenhower.
Analysis of the causes and impact of the Great Depression and FDR's New Deal.
Overview of World War I, trench warfare, and the story of Alvin York.
Introduction to the Spanish-American War and the leadership of Theodore Roosevelt.
Examines the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad and the diverse groups of people who built it.
Explores the shift from agrarian life to the Industrial Revolution, focusing on inventors like Thomas Edison and Alexander Graham Bell.
A comprehensive lesson on the colonial bread-making process, featuring the roles of millers and bakers, bartering practices, and sequencing the steps from grain to loaf.
This lesson explores the historical layers of the English language, focusing on how invasions by the Celts, Vikings, and French shaped the vocabulary and grammar we use today. Students will trace the timeline from Old English to the Norman Conquest.
A comprehensive resource bundle for school leaders covering the history of the Atlantic Slave Trade and the Abolitionist Movement, featuring a detailed reference guide and a visual infographic.
This lesson explores the pivotal role of Creoles in the Latin American wars of independence, focusing on the social hierarchy of the Casta system and the motivations for revolution. Students will analyze how the desire for political power and Enlightenment ideas led to the break from Spanish rule.
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 investigating the political instability that led to the Fall of Rome, featuring differentiated evidence files for diverse reading levels. Students work collaboratively to diagnose the empire's 'political sickness.'
A comprehensive exploration of the Space Race, highlighting the technological competition between the US and USSR, the essential contributions of African American women at NASA, and the international agreements that keep space a peaceful frontier.
Students explore how athletes use their platforms for social change, comparing Jackie Robinson's leadership with a modern athlete to understand key factors of effective social leadership.
An entirely unplugged introduction to logic and algorithms. Students explore step-by-step traditions and secret codes using physical patterns and movement games.
Celebrating cultural heritage through physical artifacts and oral histories. Students learn to analyze primary sources and explore informational text features like Table of Contents and Glossaries.
Reflecting on a year of learning, reviewing library organization (Dewey Decimal), and preparing for summer reading adventures.
Honoring Women's History Month by exploring female inventors and engineers, featuring hands-on 'She-gineering' challenges.
Celebrating Black History Month through the lens of Afrofuturism, blending history with visionary STEM challenges and science fiction.
Focusing on biographies and the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., while practicing research and note-taking skills.
A focus on informational texts and non-fiction research skills, centered around Native American Heritage Month and the concept of 'Giving Thanks.'
Exploring the mystery and suspense genres through 'Spooky Stories' and engineering 'Maker Monsters' in the STEM lab.
Welcome back to the library! This unit focuses on library orientation, procedures, the 'Heart of the School' concept, and establishing a collaborative Maker Mindset.
A week-long exploration of poetry and nature, focusing on sensory language and observational skills in the library and media center. Includes differentiated worksheets and slides.
Cette formation pour les professeurs de TPS-PS vise à professionnaliser la conception des "traces" d'activités (cahiers de vie, affichages). En s'appuyant sur les photos de classe et les guides 2025, les enseignants apprennent à rendre les apprentissages explicites pour les élèves et les familles.
Cette formation vise à outiller les conseillers pédagogiques pour l'analyse et l'exploitation de ressources diverses (vidéos, manuels, guides) dans le cadre de la formation continue des professeurs des écoles en français, conformément aux orientations stratégiques nationales.
Cette leçon vise à introduire un projet d'écriture authentique en Grande Section : rédiger un message aux parents pour annoncer une sortie scolaire. Elle s'appuie sur l'observation de messages existants pour définir des critères de réussite et initier la planification selon les programmes 2025.
Students step into the shoes of historical figures to argue the legality and morality of the Boston Tea Party in a mock trial format. This interdisciplinary lesson blends ELA persuasive writing with Social Studies historical analysis.
An introductory lesson focused on the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution, helping students analyze the source of authority and the specific goals of the American government through guided annotation and critical thinking.
A comprehensive look at Leif Erikson's life, his voyage to Vinland, and his legacy as the first European to reach North America. Students will explore historical sagas and archaeological evidence.
An engaging, detective-themed review of government and civics for grades 3-5, covering the branches of government, rights and responsibilities, and community decision-making.
An immersive project where students 'travel' the world, researching diverse cultures, landmarks, and traditions to complete their own personalized explorer passport.
A quick visual identification activity where students recognize the seven continents by their silhouettes alone.
Finalizing the travel brochure and presenting planned trips to the class.
Research and initial drafting for the 'Plan a Trip' travel brochure project.
Examination of modern industries, major cities, and the diverse demographics of the West today.
