A high school economics sequence focused on the Arabian Peninsula, exploring the impact of oil wealth, the necessity of economic diversification, and the stark wealth inequalities caused by conflict.
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.
An exploration of 19th-century Imperialism through the lens of a high-stakes geopolitical simulation. Students take on the roles of industrial nations to understand the economic, social, and political motivations behind the Scramble for Africa.
A comprehensive unit exploring the diverse urban and rural land use patterns across the Balkan Peninsula, culminating in a comparative research project.
A tribute to influential women of color from 2015 to the present, focusing on their achievements in politics, science, arts, and activism. Students explore biographies through a trivia-style game and creative research activities.
A two-day historical simulation and project focused on the Bay of Pigs invasion, Cold War containment strategies, and multi-perspective journalism. Students analyze primary sources and government documents to create a 1961 newspaper report.
A comprehensive guide to the Bill of Rights designed for different learning needs. Students explore the first ten amendments through visual planning, vocabulary building, and a creative poster project.
A comprehensive middle school history unit where students act as 'history detectives' to investigate the rise of nation-states in England, France, Spain, and Russia through primary source analysis.
A comprehensive deep-dive into Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, focusing on Act 1. Students will analyze character dynamics, the tension between destiny and choice, and the rich poetic language of the play across individual scenes.
A comprehensive 4-week microeconomics unit covering elasticity, consumer behavior, production theory, market failures, and labor economics. This sequence blends theoretical models with real-world applications and quantitative analysis.
A comprehensive exploration of American history and culture from the 1950s to the 2000s, using primary sources to trace social, political, and technological shifts.
A short dramatic unit exploring the impact of the women's suffrage movement in the early 1920s, focusing on the transition from protest to political participation.
A deep dive into the 16th-century contact between European powers and indigenous American civilizations, exploring the complexities of conquest, resistance, and the emergence of a new global order.
A comprehensive unit on the Canadian government, exploring its historical roots, the division of powers between levels of government, the mechanics of different voting systems, and the creation of political parties.
A comprehensive unit exploring the diverse political and economic structures of North American and Caribbean nations.
A 5-day inquiry-based unit for 10th grade US History exploring the central question: "Should the US have gotten involved in WWI?" Students analyze primary sources, economic ties, and diplomatic shifts to form their own evidence-based conclusion.
A 3-day project where students research and create a visual timeline of the major military and political events in the European Theater of WWII, analyzing significance and outcomes.
A series of lessons exploring the lives and legacies of global leaders who fought for justice and equality.
A two-block introductory unit for Elie Wiesel's 'Night' designed for students with ADHD and SLD, focusing on character introduction, historical context, and the psychological impact of the Holocaust through movement and tactile activities.