A comprehensive civics unit exploring the structure and functions of the American government, focusing on the Constitution, the three branches of power, and the balance of federalism.
An analytical deep-dive into the collapse of the Western Roman Empire, treating history as a forensic investigation into why great powers fail.
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.
An in-depth exploration of the Reconstruction era, focusing on the promises made to formerly enslaved people and how those promises were ultimately broken. students will analyze primary sources and complete a research project on land ownership and the quest for economic independence.
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 multi-day exploration of Philadelphia's cultural history through the lens of the film Rocky, covering the late 1970s, the Bicentennial, and the real-life inspirations behind the character.
A fundamental sequence designed to orient students to the major geographic regions used in global historical and social studies, focusing on clear spatial identification and standardized nomenclature.
A multi-day mini-unit exploring the contrasting philosophies of Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. Du Bois regarding African American progress, education, and civil rights at the turn of the 20th century.
A comprehensive 5-day unit exploring the Great Depression's impact on the United States and Minnesota, focusing on economic collapse, rural hardship, urban survival, and New Deal recovery through primary source analysis.
A three-lesson unit designed for ESL newcomers with minimal English proficiency, focusing on Dudley Randall's poem 'Booker T. and W.E.B.' and preparing them for a standardized assessment on author's purpose and language.
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 multi-day investigation into the Dred Scott case, focusing on the shifting definitions of citizenship and the legal battle for freedom in pre-Civil War America.
A comprehensive study of the rise and fall of the Athenian Empire, focusing on the Delian League, the Peloponnesian War, and the impact of democratic leadership. Students explore key historical texts through structured discussion and evidence-based writing.
A comprehensive study of 'Hidden Figures' by Margot Lee Shetterly, focusing on chapter-by-chapter summaries, historical context, and the incredible contributions of the human computers at NASA.
An 18-day remediation program for high school Government students focusing on the U.S. Constitution, the three branches of government, and the Bill of Rights. Each day features a structured reading passage with embedded vocabulary, annotation tasks, and a comprehensive review worksheet.
A complete series of lessons for the NSW Studies of Religion 1 Judaism Depth Study, covering Origins, Principal Beliefs, Sacred Texts, Ethics, and Observance.
A two-day exploration of the Battle of Thermopylae, focusing on strategic geography, historical context, and the concept of valor through evidence-based analysis and targeted vocabulary acquisition.
A comprehensive historical background unit designed to contextualize the events of 'A Thousand Splendid Suns', focusing on the political shifts in Afghanistan and their impact on women's lives and character motivations.