Lessons
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- Explorers/ Early America
- Colonial America/ Revolution
- Early National
- Civil War and Reconstruction
- Early Twentieth Century
- 1950 to Present
Explorers/ Early America
Columbus’ Journey to Find a Western Sea Route to Asia
By evaluating (comparing and contrasting) the information that was...[more]
TopColonial America/ Revolution
The Stamp Act Effect
In this lesson, we will be analyzing a variety of sources related to the...[more]
The Stamp Act/Taxation Without Representation
This lesson will serve as an introduction to the Revolutionary War. ...[more]
Understanding the Declaration of Independence
During this lesson the students will examine the Declaration of...[more]
Weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation
The students will be introduced to the weaknesses under the Articles of...[more]
Early National Period
Alexander Hamilton and the Roots of Federalism
The students will explore Alexander Hamilton's views on the future of...[more]
John Brown's Raid on Harper's Ferry and John Brown's Body (Song)
Students will read and analyze three letters or newspaper articles in...[more]
Northern and Southern Differences in 1856
Discussion of the economic needs of the North and South prior to the...[more]
The Abolitionist Movement: A Fight for Freedom
In this mini-unit, we will be covering a part of the reform movement...[more]
Civil War and Reconstruction
A Look at Virginians During Reconstruction
In this lesson students will examine how governmental actions during...[more]
A Nation Divided: Why Couldn’t They Just Get Along?
This unit explores the differences between the Northern and Southern...[more]
John Brown's Raid on Harper's Ferry and John Brown's Body (Song)
Students will read and analyze three letters or newspaper articles in...[more]
Northern and Southern Differences in 1856
Discussion of the economic needs of the North and South prior to the...[more]
Virginia and the Civil War
In this lesson, students will demonstrate their understanding that...[more]
Early Twentieth Century
Harlem Renaissance
Students will be introduced to the art, music, and literature of the...[more]
The Great Depression
Students will understand the causes and effects (impact) of the Great...[more]
The U.S. Involvement in the Paris Peace Conference: The Fate of Alsace-Lorraine
For this lesson, students will be looking at a variety of information...[more]
1950 to Present
Electoral College Policy Brief to the Virginia Governor
Students will be placed in groups of three to write policy briefs to...[more]
Massive Resistance and School Integration: Social Ramifications in Virginia
In this lesson students will examine how the Brown v. Board of...[more]
The Role of Television Commercials in Presidential Election Campaigns
This extended lesson will provide students with an opportunity to learn...[more]