Students examine the history or relations between China and Tibet. In this research skills activity, students investigate the relationship between Tibet and China as they explore provided Internet links. Students write position...

Learners examine how Latin America was affected by the Holocaust in Europe. In groups, they research topics related to Latin America and World War II. They interview survivors if possible and discover how entire nations were effected...

Eleventh graders study the history of South Carolina during World War II.  In this American History lesson, 11th graders analyze the economic growth of this state through primary sources.  Students interpret many different...

Students research, compare, and identify imperial Rome's impact on modern governments. They compare the political system of ancient Rome to modern political systems throughout the world.

Young scholars research the history of the process of amending the US Constitution to explain the latest amendment that failed on June 28, 2006. They complete the research and view images online.

Students examine art and primary documents that depicts the Native Americans' crossing of Washington's Bitterroot Mountains to arrive at the Spokane Council. Students investigate and compare maps and other historical materials determine...

Students consider the role that government should play in economics. In this Great Depression lesson plan, students analyze New Deal legislation to develop an informed opinion about the public programs and then present their findings to...

Students define the term "liberty." They explore the concept of liberty in our nation's history and how it is reflected throughout our rich culture. Students connect the office of the presidency to our nations' development and its place...

High schoolers explore human rights issues. In this social justice lesson plan, students examine human rights as they read segments of the "Universal Declaration of Human Rights," discuss photographs with human rights implications, and...

Students are exposed to the need for federal, state and local governments to tax constituents to provide goods and services for their residents. They identify the different kinds of taxes and give examples of the goods and services taxed.

High schoolers examine the controversy and varying points of view leading up to the 19th century Mexican War. They research examples of anti-war movements throughout history and write editorials about their findings.

Young scholars explore muckraking. For this American history lesson, students listen to their instructor present a lecture regarding the details of Upton Sinclair's The Jungle. Young scholars respond to discussion questions pertaining to...

High schoolers explore the culture of the United States in the 1950's.  In this history lesson, students research culture in the 1950's, with a focus on fashion, music, television, automobiles, etc., then work in groups to create a...

Eleventh graders examine the denial of rights to individuals in the United States.  In this American Government instructional activity, 11th graders study President Roosevelt's Day of Infamy speech.  Students create a...

Learners investigate the history and goals of NASA and human spaceflight. In this space science lesson, students answer questions about one of seven manned space programs and print pictures from the mission. As a...

Students investigate the influence of the Enlightenment on American society and government. In this Enlightenment lesson, students work cooperatively in groups to define the principles of the Enlightenment, American...

High schoolers take on the role of journalists. In this Iran lesson, students explore the condition of the country at this point in history and collaborate to create a news magazine that features current events and cultural issues...

Eleventh graders consider the role that government should play in economics. In this Great Depression lesson, 11th graders watch the film Cinderella Man and then complete a packet of worksheets to help them analyze the themes of the...

Learners discover how floods occur by visiting the Weather Channel's website. They examine the areas of the United States which are more vulnerable for flooding. They research the history of previous floods and how to protect themselves.

Learners explore the impact of the Plessy v. Ferguson case. In this social justice lesson plan, students examine the case, Jim Crow laws, and non-violent forms of protest. Learners write essays to persuade the government regarding...

Young scholars examine the Work Opportunity Act of 1996. In this welfare lesson, students listen to their instructor present a lecture regarding the history of welfare and the passage of welfare reform. Young scholars respond...

Eighth graders examine the voting process for the President of the United States.  In this American Government lesson, 8th graders research the viewpoints on this system.  Students participate in a debate on this process. 

Twelfth graders examine the role of the Senate in the United States.  In this American Government lesson, 12th graders read various articles and answer questions to these articles.  Students write a letter to their Senator on a...

Students examine equal protection. In this Supreme Court activity, students  examine primary documents from Korematsu v. United States and discuss the implications of the decision with regards to Japanese internment.