A comprehensive unit for 7th grade students exploring the ideological roots of the Cold War, the division of Europe, and the early conflicts between the US and USSR through simulations, map analysis, and case studies.
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 5-day unit exploring the geography, climate, indigenous cultures (Paiute and Coast Salish), and modern life of the Western United States, culminating in a travel brochure project.
A series of lessons focusing on the key figures, battles, and turning points of the American Civil War, designed for students with low reading comprehension.
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 12-day unit for 7th graders covering the origins, events, and aftermath of the Cold War. Using a 'Top Secret Dossier' theme, students explore ideologies, decolonization, proxy wars, and the eventual fall of the Soviet Union through data literacy, source analysis, and collaborative activities.