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This lesson covers the Human Development Index (HDI) with a reading, source analysis and questions. Students will read about HDI and analyze 7 sources with a combination of comprehension and inference questions. There are two versions - I have provided a longer version that will likely take two days, and a shorter version that will take 1 day. This lesson includes:3-page original reading & sources(Long Version) 3 pages of questions(Short Version) 2 pages of questions2 keys (one for each versio

This Industrialization in America unit introduces students to the rise of big business and the major changes of the late 19th century through a mix of structured lessons and independent activities. Students will learn about the growth of corporations, the impact of new technology, and the debate over whether industrial leaders were captains of industry or robber barons. The variety of PowerPoints, readings, activities, and a gallery walk keeps students engaged while giving teachers flexible opt

This Reconstruction bundle is designed around the essential question: How did Reconstruction efforts after the Civil War attempt to rebuild and transform American society, economics, and politics, and to what extent were the efforts successful in achieving their goals? The lessons are mostly a combination of direct instruction and source analysis. I have also included a free bonus vocabulary sheet students can use throughout the unit to record/define terms. The 5 lessons are detailed in the prev

In this engaging activity, students will explore the historical significance of the Zimmermann Telegram and experience the art of code-breaking firsthand. After reading a brief summary of the event, students will create their own secret messages based on what they've learned. Using the cipher (a simple letter-shifting code), each student will encode their message with a shift of their choice. Once their messages are coded, students will trade with a classmate, who must then decipher the messages

This lesson brings economics to life by connecting key concepts to the holiday season in a way that’s both engaging and practical. Through a detailed reading, students explore topics like supply chain management, elasticity of demand, marginal utility, scarcity, and externalities—all tied to real-world data and relatable Christmas trends. The included questions are designed to spark critical thinking and help students apply what they’ve learned to real-world scenarios. With no prep required, thi

In this lesson, we provide a comprehensive two-page reading that explores the similarities and differences between the three Abrahamic religions (Islam, Christianity, and Judaism). Students first complete an AVID style anticipation guide. If you've never done one, no worries! They are easy and the worksheet has clear instructions. Students answer questions before the reading based on what they think they know, and then they re-answer the questions after reading to see if they were misinformed. T

This lesson is designed for students to read about this history of ancient West Africa. It specifically covers the rise and decline of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai. The 2-page original reading has a separate sheet of document-based questions (DBQs). I put them on a separate sheet in case you have multiple periods of the same class and want to print a class set of the reading to save copies. There is also a simple key for the DBQs for easy grading. There is an additional storyboard activity that you

This engaging bundle exposes students to the world of "adulting." What is the cost of living? This bundle not only explores careers but goes over how to apply for jobs and practices interview questions. What about renting your first place or one day buying a home or car? Covered! See the preview or individual lessons for more information: Cost of Living (PowerPoint, Worksheet) Financial Literacy / EconomicsCareer Exploration One Pager Activity (Infographic)Paychecks, Application, & Interviews -

This lesson covers the short-term causes of World War II (expansionism). There are three pages of readings (one for each of Germany, Italy, and Japan) with a map and quote. These can be printed on a class set or provided on an online platform. Students use these readings, maps, and primary sources to answer two pages of document-based questions. The DBQ sheet also has some vocabulary words students should define using context clues from the text (Lebensraum, Appease, Anschluss, Formidable). Ple

This lesson is designed for students to read about the legacy left behind from the Olmec, Zapotec, and Chavin civilizations of the Americas. The 2-page original reading has 2 pages of text to include sources the students will analyze. This lesson includes a worksheet students use to respond to the text and sources. I put them on a separate sheet in case you have multiple periods of the same class and want to print a class set of the reading to save copies. There is also a simple key for the DBQ

This lesson on Japanese expansionism in Asia from 1931 to 1941 provides a comprehensive exploration of the topic through an engaging informational text, complete with embedded sources such as excerpts, political cartoons, and maps. It includes a variety of question styles in the document-based questions, allowing students to analyze Japan's motivations and actions during this critical period. The lesson also features an optional sensory figure activity designed to deepen students' perspectives a

This lesson covers both the background of Theodore Roosevelt and the Rough Riders, as well as their role in the Battle of San Juan Hill in the Spanish American War. Students read an original 2-page reading (with sources embedded) and follow along with a worksheet. The reading and work are on separate documents so you can choose to print a class set of the reading or post to your school's online platform, etc. The worksheet allows students to process the information but allows them to display th

In the "6 Elements of Geography" lesson, students will explore key geographic concepts such as population density, physical systems, human systems, and the relationship between human activity and the environment. The lesson begins with a detailed reading that explains these elements, providing a comprehensive overview of how geography shapes the world. Afterward, students will answer a series of questions that encourage them to think critically and connect the material to real-world examples. To

This versatile lesson offers teachers a ready-to-use resource for studying the rise of totalitarianism and U.S. isolationism after World War I. It includes a detailed reading on historical ideologies—Communism, Fascism, Nazism, and Isolationism—paired with analytical, historical thinking questions that promote critical engagement. The "print-and-go" reading and questions option is ideal for substitute plans or days when teachers need a straightforward, independent assignment. For a more interact

This lesson includes an original 2-page reading. The reading is neatly divided into 4 sections that cover the causes, events, and effects of the Renaissance. Students follow along answering document-based questions with their worksheet as they read. These questions are answered using the "RACES" model - Restate the questions, Answer the question, Cite & Explain the evidence Summarize. The worksheet explains how to do it! This lesson can be done independently, so it would work well for subs o

This bundle is everything you need (and likely a little extra) for World War Two at the High School Level. You can check each lesson out at the links below. These lessons provide variety in teaching methods:Five lessons have a PowerPoint with guided notes and typically end with a source analysis. These each have guided notes worksheets!Eight of the lessons are more independent and are each some form of reading (either informational readings OR source analysis). All of these include a worksheet

This lesson focuses on the challenges the United States faced during demobilization after World War I. Students will engage with a reading that covers the difficulties returning soldiers encountered, such as finding jobs, dealing with economic issues, and experiencing social tensions. Key topics include the role of the War Finance Corporation, the significance of the Boston Police Strike, and the impact of the Red Scare on public views of labor movements. Through document-based questions, studen

This lesson focuses on the key events surrounding the assassinations of Ngo Dinh Diem and John F. Kennedy, and how these events led to the escalation of U.S. involvement in Vietnam. Students will engage in a cause-and-effect activity that encourages them to connect historical events with their broader consequences. The activity challenges students to analyze the reasons behind these events and understand their long-term impacts on U.S. foreign policy. An exit ticket at the end helps teachers qui

This Civil War bundle is designed around the essential question: How did the various social, political, and economic factors leading up to the start of the Civil War contribute to the outbreak of the conflict, and what were the long-term consequences on American society, economics, and politics? The lessons are mostly a combination of direct instruction and source analysis. I have also included a free bonus vocabulary sheet students can use throughout the unit to record/define terms. The 5 les

This lesson provides high school students with a comprehensive overview of U.S. military involvement in Vietnam, focusing on the shift from President Eisenhower’s approach to President Kennedy’s increased engagement. The reading highlights Kennedy’s decisions to send more military advisors and provide greater military aid to South Vietnam, with a focus on the creation of MACV (Military Assistance Command, Vietnam). Accompanied by a series of questions, the lesson encourages students to analyze t