A project-based sequence where students investigate the 'Prosocial' and 'Antisocial' effects of observational learning in contemporary media, culminating in a content analysis presentation.
A comprehensive dual-course sequence covering all units for both AP Comparative Government and AP US Government & Politics. The sequence bridges domestic and international political concepts, from foundational structures to civil liberties and participation.
A high school psychology unit exploring the biological and environmental underpinnings of addiction, focusing on the nature vs. nurture debate and the brain's capacity for adaptation.
A comprehensive psychology lesson for high schoolers analyzing the biological and psychosocial components of depression, focusing on clinical definitions, the medical model of mental health, and providing supportive communication.
A High School Civics lesson focused on neurodiversity as a civil rights and workforce inclusion issue, featuring a design-thinking activity to create inclusive environments.
A comprehensive unit focused on the psychological debate of Nature vs. Nurture, culminating in a major literature review research paper. Students will explore theoretical frameworks and synthesize existing research.
A comprehensive 9th-grade history unit focusing on the global causes and conflicts of World War II, intentionally centering European and Asian perspectives over the US-centric narrative. The unit explores the failures of diplomacy, the brutal scale of the Eastern Front, and the expansionist goals of Imperial Japan.
An undergraduate psychology lesson centered on critiquing the Biopsychosocial Model of depression through video analysis and gap identification. Students categorize clinical findings and propose expanded educational content to address systemic and environmental complexities.
A sequence exploring the transformative power of listening in historical contexts, from diplomatic negotiations to the preservation of oral histories. Students analyze how listening (or the lack thereof) shaped major world events and learn to apply these skills to primary source analysis.
A comprehensive 4-day station rotation covering US history from the 1970s to the 2000s, aligned with TEKS 10 and 11. Students explore major political, economic, and social shifts through primary sources, data analysis, and interactive tasks.
A comprehensive 5-lesson unit on the American Civil Rights Movement, covering the legal battles, non-violent protests, key legislation, and the evolving strategies for racial justice.
A comprehensive 2-day unit covering World War II for 11th Grade US History, aligned with TEKS. It focuses on the transition from isolationism to total war, the home front experience, major turning points in both the European and Pacific theaters, and the strategic decisions that ended the conflict.
A 4th-grade unit focused on kindness, fairness, and understanding how our words can make everyone feel like they belong, regardless of their background or skin color.
A high-stakes review series for the U.S. History STAAR exam, focusing on major eras, turning points, and key figures using a 'Mission-Based' archival theme.
A comprehensive unit on the American Abolitionist movement, examining the rhetorical strategies, diverse perspectives, and historical impact of leading abolitionist voices through primary source analysis.
A lesson sequence exploring the early American debate over federal vs. state power, focusing on the Alien and Sedition Acts and the Kentucky Resolutions.
This Economics lesson investigates the causes and consequences of hyperinflation in Weimar Germany following World War I. Students will analyze historical data to understand how printing money led to one of the most famous economic collapses in history.
A high school social studies sequence focused on the dynamics of domestic policy, federalism, and the 'tug-of-war' between state and federal jurisdictions. Students explore how policy is created, categorized, and contested in the American system.
A comprehensive unit introducing the foundational concepts of geography, focusing on the Five Themes of Geography as a framework for understanding human and physical world interactions.
A 10th-grade Government lesson exploring John Locke's Social Contract theory, the justification for revolution, and its historical applications in the American and French Revolutions. Students engage in a Socratic Seminar to analyze when a government loses its legitimacy.
A lesson examining the symbiotic relationship between Venice and the Ottoman Empire, focusing on how geography shaped their economic and political power. Students analyze trade networks, resource interdependence, and the eventual shift in global exploration.
A lesson examining the Populist Party's Omaha Platform of 1892, its agrarian roots, and its long-term impact on American political and economic policy through the Progressive Era.
A comprehensive unit exploring the geopolitical shifts, ideological conflicts, and strategic failures that led the world into the Second World War.
A deep dive into the tensions between classical philosophy and modern democratic practice, focusing on Plato's critiques and contemporary responses.
A high school history unit exploring the underlying economic and resource-driven motivations of World War II, moving beyond purely ideological narratives to understand the role of scarcity and expansionism.
A unit exploring the modern challenges and historical legacy of Eastern Europe, focusing on the intersection of geography, economy, and culture.
A comprehensive lesson sequence for AP Government students exploring the constitutional tension between the Supremacy Clause and State Rights through the lens of Judicial Review, featuring case studies and video analysis.
A sequence exploring the complexities of Intellectual Property in the digital age, covering copyright, patents, trademarks, and the future of creative rights.
A series of lessons exploring the rise and impact of major global empires, focusing on their geographical expansion, governance strategies, and cultural legacies during the first global age.
This unit explores the complex and often violent expansion of the United States in the late 19th century, focusing on the impact on Indigenous populations and the conflicting ideologies of progress and preservation.
A series of lessons exploring the intersectional history of the Black Power movement, focusing on the leadership of women and the cultural impact of Black activism.
A series of lessons exploring the intersection of primary source documents and modern historical memory, starting with the origins of American Independence.
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.
A series of lessons examining the power and philosophy of non-violence in the 20th century, from intellectual roots to global applications.
A series of lessons exploring how major historical events and social shifts have shaped the cultural and religious identity of the United States.
A lesson sequence exploring the economic consequences of imperial centralization and warfare through the lens of the Mughal Empire's most famous rulers, Akbar and Aurangzeb. Students evaluate how budget trade-offs and religious policies impact long-term national stability.
A civics sequence focused on the mechanics of American democracy, the two-party system, and the nuance of political identity.
A unit covering the structure, requirements, and controversial debates within the Federal Legislative Branch, focusing on representation and the balance of power.