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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.
Characters within Systems
The questions in this activity support students in reflecting on the social systems operating in Edwardian society that have a bearing on the characters' choices and behaviour.
Mr Birling Essay Models
Give students the appropriate essay model for their ability, and help them understand how to write an effective character essay.
Mrs Birling Essay Models
Give students the appropriate essay model for their ability, and help them understand how to write an effective character essay.
Essay Structure and Sentence Starters
Give students this planning sheet to help them structure and write effective essays.
Defying the Nazis: The Sharps' War Interviews-Catherine Chvany
Catherine Chvany, rescued from France, reflects on the Sharps’ decision to rescue Jews.
The Beginning of the Nazi Party
Consider why the Nazi Party platform and Adolf Hitler attracted followers in the wake of Germany’s defeat in World War I.
Where I'm From Brainstorm
Students use the prompts in this handout to describe the place where they are from.
California Grape Workers’ Strike Timeline
Provide students with a historical overview of the events that occurred during the Delano grape strike of 1965–1970.
California Grape Workers' Strike Viewing Guide
Students answer the questions in this guide as they watch clips from a PBS documentary about the Delano grape strike.
Farmworkers’ Movement Gallery Walk
Use these images of California farmworkers in the 1960s to facilitate a Big Paper activity.
War Fever in Vienna
Explore this firsthand description of Austria's atmosphere of excitement and fraternity at the outbreak of World War I.