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Children on the Street

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Learners explore the causes and effects of child homelessness in Turkey and around the world. They compare the issues surrounding child homelessness in poor and wealthy countries.
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Around the World Calendar

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students examine world landmarks and monuments. They create a 12 month calendar featuring a significant site for 12 different countries.
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Creating Identity Posters

For Teachers K - 5th
Students discover the identities of their classmates.  In this tolerance lesson, students create individual posters showcasing their identity, history, and family background.  Students examine the posters to get a better...
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The Legacy of the "Great War"

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students study how the map of Europe changed as a result of the Treaty of Versailles at the end of World War I. They examine the results of the end of the Cold War.
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Examining the Reasons for the Creation of the State of Israel

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the connection between World War II and Jewish immigration to Israel after the War.  In this World History lesson, students discuss the details of what it might have been like to live through the Holocaust. ...
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Famous Landmarks

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Young scholars investigate countries by identifying their national landmarks.  In this World Geography lesson, students utilize the Internet to research a historic landmark in a foreign country and complete a landmark survey...
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Life in Korea During World War II: When My Name Was Keoko

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders review facts about roles of Asia and Japan in World War II, read When My Name Was Keoko to familiarize themselves with daily life and historic events during World War II in Korea, and participate in student-led...
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World War II: Causes And Consequences

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students discuss the U.S. economy, society, and politics in the years following World War II. They explore the boom in advertising during this period by reviewing print advertisements from the late 1940s and early 1950s. Students view...
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World History/Current Events

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Students write a poem discussing the courage, dignity, and hope of the Afghan Students. The poem consists of at least 12 lines. The poem should be illustrated on poster board using images from the magazines.
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World War II Review

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders review previously presented material on World War II and discover how the world was at that time. They, in groups, participate in map work designed to explain Axis and Allied countries using toy army men.
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The Interconnectedness of Ancient Peoples Map Study

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders begin this instructional activity by viewing various maps of the Ancient World. As a class, they take notes on the changes of different areas in Europe and Asia as their teacher lectures to them. They answer questions...
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Why Study History?

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Young scholars interpret historical evidence presented in primary and secondary resources. In this world history lesson, students research several historical events and their impact. Young scholars compose essays that address the...
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Mesoamerica: The History of Central America

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars examine the role of women in Mesoamerica. They watch segments of the Discovery video "Mesoamerica: The History of Central America". After conducting further research pertaining to specific Mayan women, they write...
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Israel History: The Big Picture

For Teachers 7th - 11th
In this Israel history study guide worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to the history of Israel from B.C. times to the present.
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The German Occupation of the Rhineland

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Students discover the history of WWII by investigating the Nazis. For this World History lesson, students identify the Rhineland, the Treaty of Versailles, and how Nazis broke the agreement.  Students read transcripts of secret...
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What Caused WWII?

For Teachers 6th - 11th
In this causes of World War II study guide worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to the time period in world history and then respond to a reflection question.
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The History of the Theory of Evolution

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners research the history of the theory of evolution and make a comparative timeline of events in world history and in the history of evolutionary theory.
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Creating Animated Overviews in History

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore the attributes of ancient civilizations. In this world history lesson, 7th graders conduct research to create animated movies. Students research ancient Egypt or feudal Japan and follow the provided steps to...
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Hope vs. History

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students explore the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.  In this World History instructional activity, students research a key person that was involved in the Arab-Israeli conflict over the past several years, then create a...
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The History of St. Patrick's day

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders study the past of the Irish.  In this World History lesson plan, 10th graders create a timeline that represents the key events of the Irish coming to America. 
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We Can Win Too

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students explore world history by illustrating an image. In this Mexican culture lesson plan, students identify the history of the holiday Cinco De Mayo and discuss the challenges the Mexican army faced. Students illustrate a picture...
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Industrial Revolution History

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students examine the facets of the Industrial Revolution. In this world history lesson, students use the Internet to research causes, effects, and implications of the Industrial Revolution. Students use selected websites to respond to...
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Current Spanish History 1900-present

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders study the Spanish Civil War.  In this World History lesson plan, 10th graders analyze famous paintings.  Students compare and contrast the government of the United States with that of Spain. 
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AP European History

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders explore the concept of the Protestant Reformation.  In this World History lesson, 10th graders participate in a Think-pair-share activity.  Students write an essay question in regards to the Protestant...

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