The American Mosaic

Students study the Native American tribes impacted during the Lewis and Clark expedition. In this US history activity, students complete a chart of guide questions about 11 Native American tribal groups by working in groups to research...

Students examine fairness in relation to the incarceration of Japanese Americans during WWII. In this equality lesson, students watch a video "Rabbit in the Moon" and discuss what happened to the Japanese Americans during WWII. Students...

Students examine the idea of having to move based on economics.  In this Native American lesson plan, students recognize the impact of termination on the Native Americans.  Students review a DVD and discuss the points of view associated...

Young scholars view the Film American Made and view the experiences of a Sikh family in the Western part of America.  In this life in America lesson plan, students explore the life of Americans who might by looks be thought to be...

Students discuss the cultural similarities and differences found in Northen Europe, Southern Europe, Western Europe, and Eastern Europe and create daily journal entries charting their discoveries. This lesson is the First Part in a Four...

Students consider the meaning of loyalty. They explore the history of Japanese in the United States. and consider the meaning of citizenship. They create a presentation for the class. It can be a poster, Power Point or other...

Students explore business ownership and define its advantages. Through discussion and research, they examine economic changes from 1890s to the 1960s and their effects on Arkansas's African American communities. Students explore the...

Learners identify and document their views on the roles of men and women in society today. They examine photographs and interpret the roles of men and women during the first half of the 20th Century.

Middle schoolers research the people that Lewis and Clark encountered on their expedition. In small groups, they conduct research on a group of Native Americans, answer research questions, and contribute information to a class chart...

Students learn about Nepals many cultures, religions, and landscape. They compare a Nepal student to an American student and relate location, place, and culture of American and Nepals. They discuss reasons why they think there is such...