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Students will explore the concept of federalism, from the powers held by the federal government to the powers reserved for the states. They will also learn about state government…
The lessons in this unit were developed just for Washington State! You'll also find these lessons filed under other curriculum units where they may fit into the overall…
Being the new kid on the block wasn't enough for the United States. Early Americans wanted their nation to be bigger, too. (And probably badder.) They succeeded--but at a cost. In…
For your convenience, we've added lessons from our Geography Library to related units. But you can still view the full library right here! Now in our "A Growing Nation"…
How did we go from thirteen British colonies to the United States of America? Explore the major hardships of life under British rule, why some colonists decided to break away, and…
This comprehensive series of 35 short videos explains the text, history, and relevance of the United States Constitution, Bill of Rights, and additional amendments in everyday…
The push towards civil rights in the United States has been longstanding and is ever-evolving. While not encompassing, our civil rights unit covers the expansion and abolition of…
Students will learn about the federal and state courts and what they do. They will explore the courts’ role in fairly settling disputes and administering justice, and the unique…
This library of mini-lessons targets a variety of landmark cases from the United States Supreme Court. Each mini-lesson includes a one-page reading and one page of activities. The…
This unit is designed to provide students with an introduction to the electoral processes of the American political system. Students will develop a strong foundation that will…
The lessons in this unit were developed just for the State of Ohio! You'll also find these lessons filed under other curriculum units where they may fit into the overall…
Task students with digging into the preambles and introductory text of the Declaration of Independence, Articles of Confederation, and the U.S. Constitution.
Students will learn how World War I impacted the woman suffrage movement. Sources will show how suffragists promoted woman suffrage as a war measure, how women’s roles expanded…
When President Eisenhower authorized troops under federal authority to desegregate Little Rock Central High School in 1957, he became the first president since Reconstruction to…
Navigate our court system and guide citizens to the right place.
Step inside the Situation Room and take on the role of president responding to international events.
Can you find a path forward for a new nation... with a lot of disagreements?
Make your own history! Are you team Federalist or AntiFederalist?
Argue real Supreme Court cases, and put your lawyering skills to the test.
Manage Texas county government in our first state-based local government game!
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