Lesson Plans

• Reference: Education: K through 12: Educators: Lesson Plans  (77)

A Book in Time - Chronological lists of books, crafts, maps, timelines, and other resources for social studies teachers and homeschoolers.

Crossroads: A K-16 American History Curriculum - Thirty-six units for elementary through high school. Includes essays, activities, and enrichment ideas.

History Adventures - How to plan history adventures and themed treasure hunts to bring history alive.

History Lesson Plans and Resources - A collection of lesson plans and teaching resources covering a variety of topics and time periods including the Renaissance, the Civil War, Women's Suffrage, and the Korean War.

Immigrant Values: Building a Country - These classroom lessons show that dramatic socio-economic change in Lowland Scotland had significant impact on the development of rural Scottish communities in pre-Confederation Canada.

Internet Lessons for World History - Units that include art, creative writing and economic analysis, as well as a series of quizzes on ancient cultures.

Mrs. G's American History Page - Lesson plans and ideas for teaching 8th grade American History, U.S. History, including tips for first-year teachers. This was my plan book for the year.

Presidential Decision - Truman's decision reviewed by students includes primary source documents, decision charts and slide show. Problem solving activity to help students decide on possible alternatives.

Teaching Needham’s Puzzle - Fostering Historical Thinking - In this article, the author shares his teaching experience with regard to Needham's Puzzle and introduces online resources and teaching materials.

Thomas Jefferson Online - Enlightenment - Classroom activities from the Ken Burns' documentary site.

With Miles to go before I Sleep - A virtual journey on the Underground Railroad for students in grades 4 - 10. Using realtime data on the Web, students keep journals where they respond to problems that they encounter along the way. Students also have an opportunity to participate in contemporary ethical discussions on topics related to slavery.

World History and Geography - This resource for high school teachers includes a concise alternative textbook, instructional materials and activities. Teachers collaborate in developing effective educational tools.