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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.
The Social Reality of Race
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Is race a social construct? An American living in the Netherlands is faced with this question when she encounters the Dutch's definition of who is "black."
One Identity, Multiple Belongings
Consider the danger of forcing people to choose one part of their identity over another with this essay from a Lebanon-born writer living in France.
Religion and Identity
Four teenagers from different religious traditions reflect on their experiences of religious belief and belonging.
Revenge
Reflect on the desire for revenge that many victorious troops held at the end of World War II.
Does the Universal Declaration of Human Rights Matter?
Consider the reverberations that the Universal Declaration of Human Rights has made in the years since it was adopted.
The Last Chance for Justice
Learn about the trials of former Nazi perpetrators taking place in the 21st century and consider the motivation behind them and the challenges they pose.
Dernière chance pour la justice
Découvrez les procès d’anciens criminels nazis qui se déroulent au XXIe siècle, et examinez les motivations intrinsèques et les défis qu’ils représentent.
Betraying the Youth
Former Nazi youth member Alfons Heck reflects on coming to terms with Germany’s role and his own part in the Holocaust.
The Business of Slave Labor
Learn about the use of slave labor by German companies and manufacturers during World War II.
Choices that Define Us
Explore three stories of choices people made during World War II and consider their complexities, their impact, and what they can teach about human behavior.
Des choix qui nous définissent
Explorez trois histoires de choix faits par certaines personnes pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale et examinez leur complexité, leur impact et ce qu’ils peuvent enseigner sur le comportement humain.