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Old Warriors Face New Battle
In this history worksheet, students read an excerpt that describes the terracotta warriors and what they faced. They respond to four short answer questions related to the excerpt and photo. Students identify what the archaeologists...
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Songs from the Past
Students research songs from the past to learn about historical events. In this music history lesson, students conduct a survey on the Star-Spangled Banner, research the song and history on various websites, and research songs in the...
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Martine Luther King Jr. and John Lewis: Speeches at the March on Washington, August 1963
Ninth graders study the Civil Rights Movement. In this American History instructional activity, 9th graders analyze the speeches of major civil rights leaders. Students compare and contrast the meanings of these speeches.
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Multimedia Lesson on Japan and Paper Cranes
Students explore paper cranes. For this Japan and paper cranes lesson, students discuss Japanese culture and history prior to creating their own paper cranes.
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Reformation and Civil Wars of Religion in 16th Century France
Young scholars discover details about the Reformation. In this French history lesson, students view a PowerPoint presentation about the religious wars that took place in the country and within Europe. Young scholars take notes on the...
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Connecticut Communists
Eleventh graders investigate Cold War politics. In this Connecticut history lesson plan, 11th graders discover details about the Connecticut Seven who were indicted for violating the Alien Registration Act of 1940. Students write closing...
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Dekanawidah- A Forgotten Founding Father
Students compare plans for government. In this early American history lesson, students compare and contrast the U.S. Constitution with the Iroquois Constitution. Students identify cultural features, government functions, and citizenship...
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Conquistador
Eighth graders, after a warm up involving a professional basketball player playing a game against fifteen fifth graders, describe what a conquistador is and how they were able to take over the ancient Indian empires found in the...
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Child Labor Laws in the United States and the State of Nebraska
Students examine child labor laws. In this social justice lesson, students compare and contrast child labor laws of the United States and the state of Nebraska. Students research primary sources and complete the included analysis...
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Cyber Hunt Activities: Lewis & Clark
Students participate in cyber hunt activities involving Lewis and Clark in order to gain a better idea of what it was like to be an explorer of the vast western lands. In this history lesson plan, students may choose to study the route...
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The Counter Reformation
In this Counter Reformation study guide worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to the time period in world history and then respond to 3 reflection questions.
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Early America
Students explore what a leader represents. In this social science lesson, students discuss what the traits, qualities, or characteristics are of a leader. Students also understand that leaders existed in America's past and in the present...
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Advertising and Consumerism of the 1920's
Eleventh graders discover the impact of advertising in 1920's America. In this 20th century history lesson, 11th graders complete KNU charts as they research marketing techniques that were used during the decade to promote consumerism.
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Historical Fiction Writing: Connecticut’s African and Native Americans in the American Revolution
Students explore what life was like for African-Americans and Native Americans during the American Revolution. In this early U.S. history lesson, students research primary sources to find out more about their lives in order to write...
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Labor Rights
Students examine international labor laws. In this labor rights lesson, students analyze labor laws around the world. Students also read 2 case studies and determine how they do or do not fall into line with International Labor...
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Slavery Lesson
Fourth graders explore the issue of slavery. In this African American history activity, 4th graders visit a website to take a virtual journey on the Underground Railroad. Additionally, students read various suggested slave narratives....
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Putting It on the Map
Students consider the purpose of various types of maps and their different uses throughout history. They create their own maps and reflect on the map-making process.
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AIDS and Adolescence
Ninth graders examine the relationship between AIDS and teenagers. In groups, they discuss the various issues educators face in introducing the topic to teenagers in school. As a class, they brainstorm a list of the misconceptions they...
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Airborne & Special Operations Museum OSS Crossword Puzzle
In this history worksheet, learners answer key questions and/or descriptions to complete the puzzle related to Special Operations. There are 21 words/names needed to complete the puzzle.
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King Andrew And His Critics
In this United States history worksheet, students utilize a word bank of 10 terms or phrases to answer 10 fill in the blank questions about the Andrew Jackson and his critics. A short answer question is included as well.
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The Progressives
In this Progressive Era worksheet, students review a chapter as they read 10 descriptions identifying who or what is speaking, respond to 4 short answer questions, and explain a historical theme regarding this time period in United...
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Closing Lesson
Middle schoolers reflect on their thoughts about the Vietnam War. In this history lesson, students exhibit all they learned about the Vietnam War by sharing their knowledge through the creation of a portfolio that is shared with...
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Industrial Revolution - Inventor's Exposition
Sixth graders examine the impact of the Industrial Revolution on America today. In this American History lesson, 6th graders research a specific inventor from this time period. Students write a paper describing this inventors...
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Boy Scout Merit Badge: Law
In this boy scout merit badge: law worksheet, 8th graders research the topic with websites listed, answer 11 detailed questions about the definition, functions, history, role in society, and careers in the field of law.