A short sequence combining history and science, exploring the journey of the Pilgrims and the natural transformation of autumn leaves. Designed for quick, engaging Tier 1 classroom sessions.
A comprehensive tour of the 50 United States, exploring their flags, shapes, capitals, and unique facts through interactive worksheets and visual aids.
An intensive investigative unit on Franz Kafka's *The Metamorphosis* following the North Star/Uncommon Schools instructional model. The unit focuses on the thematic intersection of labor, identity, and dehumanization. Students analyze Gregor's alienation from his family and society through a structured rigorous framework including vocabulary acquisition, character identification, and thematic synthesis.
A three-day immersive sequence where 3rd-grade students learn the fundamentals of supply and demand. Students progress from learning basic logic with lemonade to investigating "Price Crimes" as Market Detectives, using economic clues to solve mystery price shifts.
A two-day structured lesson for 11th-grade US History students to analyze current events through a historical lens, featuring heavily scaffolded writing supports for EB and SPED learners.
A unit on the American Civil War era and the movements that led to change, focusing on the people and ideas that shaped history.
Une séquence pédagogique pour les élèves de 5ème visant à déconstruire les stéréotypes de genre dans les médias et à produire une infographie de sensibilisation.
A two-part series designed to empower 4th and 5th graders to identify needs and take action in their neighborhoods and schools. Students move from mapping local needs to designing impactful school-wide service projects.
A unit exploring the transformative decade of the 1950s, covering the Civil Rights movement, postwar economic booms, the rise of suburbia, and the cultural shifts of the Atomic Age.
A comprehensive 4th-grade unit exploring the American Civil War, covering the causes, major battles, daily life of soldiers, and the path to peace. Students will analyze primary sources, understand the North-South divide, and reflect on the impact of the conflict.
A case study of four famous ancient leaders (Julius Caesar, Alexander the Great, Hatshepsut, and Empress Wu) focusing on the complexities of power, leadership, and moral ambiguity for 6th-grade students.
A series of lessons exploring the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt, focusing on their architecture, gods, and historical figures through decodable texts and activities.
A four-week exploration of school community roles, focusing on diversity, inclusion, and representation in leadership. Students will identify daily community members and learn about the contributions of women of color and people with disabilities in their school and beyond.
A unit on Westward Expansion designed for students working at a 3rd-grade academic level, focusing on the reasons for moving west and daily life on the Oregon Trail.
A comprehensive curriculum sequence covering late 19th and early 20th-century American history, focusing on economic transformation, Western expansion, global imperialism, and the impact of the Great War.
A collection of social studies and science lessons focused on foundational concepts and civilizations.
A 25-day intensive remediation program for 11th Grade US History students, focusing on the Cold War, Civil Rights, Vietnam, the Reagan Era, and contemporary history. Each day features a 'Ledger' reader with embedded annotations and a review worksheet, aligned with Texas TEKS standards.
A comprehensive unit exploring the foundational structures of American government through the lens of the US Constitution.