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Who Lived Here First?: Introduction to Indigenous Peoples and Land Sovereignty Students will learn about the history of Native Americans as the original inhabitants of North America, understanding that Indigenous peoples lived here long before the United States existed and that their diverse cultures and communities continue to thrive today. Through a read-aloud of “We

Freedom for All? Black Revolutionary Voices In this lesson, students will explore the contributions of Black Americans during the Revolutionary War and examine the contradiction between America’s founding ideals of freedom and the reality of slavery. Through a primary source analysis of Phillis Wheatley’s poetry collection, a student-performed talk show featuring four Black Revolutionary figures,

In this lesson, students will explore the Boston Tea Party as a pivotal protest leading to the American Revolution, examining the events, causes, and impacts of the colonial resistance to British taxes. Through a hands-on gallery walk analyzing primary sources, classroom simulations, and group discussions, students will develop an understanding of the tensions between the

Symbols: The American Flag In this lesson, students will learn about the American flag as a powerful national symbol by examining its design, colors, and evolution throughout history. Through a symbol recognition game, guided coloring activities comparing historical flags, and hands-on worksheets, students will identify why the flag has 13 stripes and 50 stars, what