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Introducing Our US History Curriculum Collection
Draw from this flexible curriculum collection as you plan any middle or high school US history course. Featuring units, C3-style inquiries, and case studies, the collection will help you explore themes of democracy and freedom with your students throughout the year.
Reflecting on Climate Change and Ecological Grief
Use this mini-lesson to help students reflect on their emotional reactions to climate change, their connection to the natural world, and the power of collective action.
![Earth Day Young Climate Activists.](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2022-08/AP_20107762919256_Medium_res.jpg?h=ffeece36&itok=nBqZ-xmX)
Mob Violence, Human Behavior, and the Capitol Insurrection
This mini-lesson on the Capitol insurrection invites students to reflect on how seemingly small choices made by individuals can contribute to larger acts of injustice and violence.
![January 6th 2021 Capitol Riot.](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2022-08/RTX8KRI5_fullres_Medium_res.jpg?h=c9f93661&itok=u6vuxxho)
Responding to the Synagogue Attack in Colleyville, Texas: For Jewish Educational Settings
This mini-lesson is designed to help guide an initial class discussion on the hostage situation at Congregation Beth Israel of Colleyville, Texas.
![Beth Israel Investigation, Colleyville, USA - 16 Jan 2022.](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2022-08/12763264f_Medium_res.jpg?h=84b85dfb&itok=eFbT29r0)
Responding to the Synagogue Attack in Colleyville, Texas
This mini-lesson is designed to help guide an initial class discussion on the hostage situation at Congregation Beth Israel of Colleyville, Texas.
![Texas Synagogue Standoff.](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2022-08/AP_22016488595087_Medium_res.jpg?h=800a4b5c&itok=7LJZ9lyL)
Teaching about the Ukrainian Refugee Crisis
Use this mini-lesson to introduce students to the experiences of Ukrainian refugees fleeing war, highlight inspiring ways people have stepped up to help, and raise ethical questions about the treatment of refugees from non-European countries.
![Ukrainian Refugees crossing a fallen bridge.](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2022-07/2022_RussiaUkraineConflict_FH2168262.jpg?h=7fb2964e&itok=suTcwNTN)
Holocaust Trivialization and Distortion
Use this mini-lesson to introduce students to contemporary examples of Holocaust trivialization and prompt reflection on the question “What are the implications of comparing current events to the Holocaust?”
![Jewish badge in the hands of a man stock photo.](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2022-08/iStock-967655408_Medium_res.jpg?h=7fb2964e&itok=J4UYQe6A)
What Does It Mean to Live with Social Media?
In this mini-lesson, students sharpen their media literacy skills as they evaluate the impact of social media on their lives and question how we can manage social media’s harmful effects.
![A group of people use their smartphones outdoors.](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2022-11/Stock_Image_Outdoors_On_The_Phone_FH2178690.png?h=807215e1&itok=zBCKIv7y)
Human Timeline
Use this interactive timeline activity to help students understand and remember the chronology of events.
![Students in two lines facing and talking to each other.](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2022-06/Memphis_Classroom_2015_FH221012.jpg?h=10d202d3&itok=7muXHc1M)
Fishbowl
Use the Fishbowl discussion strategy to help students practice being contributors and listeners in a group conversation.
Le bocal
Utiliser cette stratégie de discussion pour aider les élèves à mieux contribuer à la conversation dans un groupe et leur apprendre à écouter.
Introducing a New Book
Spark students’ interest in a book before reading it by having them make predictions and ask questions about its contents.
![Someone holding a stack of books](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2022-06/Classroom_2016_FH217836.jpg?h=c3635fa2&itok=vorL_pqB)