American History Toolkit

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• This Land is Our Land Inquiry Unit: "How did (does) Europeans’ view of land impact their (our) relationship and interactions with Indigenous peoples?"
  SOCIAL STUDIES: 3 – H3.0.5 Use informational text and visual data to compare how Indigenous Peoples and non-Indigenous Peoples in the early history of Michigan interacted with, adapted to, used, and/or modified their environments.
  DescriptionSOCIAL STUDIES: 3 – H3.0.5 Use informational text and visual data to compare how Indigenous Peoples and non-Indigenous Peoples in the early history of Michigan interacted with, adapted to, used, and/or modified their environments.3 – H3.0.6 Use a variety of sources to describe interactions that occurred between Indigenous Peoples and the first European explorers and settlers in Michigan.5 – U1.4.1 Describe the convergence of Europeans, Indigenous Peoples, and Africans in the Americas after 1492 from the perspective of these three groups.5 – U2.1.1 Describe significant developments in the Southern colonies, including: - interactions with Indigenous Peoples, including the trading of goods, services, and ideas among Europeans and Indigenous Peoples.5 – U2.1.2 Describe significant developments in the New England colonies, including: - interactions with Indigenous Peoples, including the trading of goods, services, and ideas among Europeans and Indigenous Peoples, growth of agricultural (small farms) and non-agricultural (shipping, manufacturing) economies.5 – U2.1.3 Describe significant developments in the Middle colonies, including: - interactions with Indigenous Peoples, including the trading of goods, services, and ideas among Europeans and Indigenous Peoples.6 – G2.2.3 Explain how culture and experience influence people’s perception s of places and regions. 6 – G4.3.2 Describe patterns of settlement and explain why people settle where they do and how people make their livings.6 – C1.1.1 Compare and contrast different ideas about the purposes of government in different nations, nation-states or governments. 6 – P3.1.1 Integrate Michigan process and skills standards into a grade-appropriate project. Clearly state a global issue as a question of public policy, trace the origins of the issue, analyze various perspectives, and generate and evaluate alternative resolutions. Identify public policy issues related to global topics and issues studied.7 – H1.2.2 Read and comprehend a historical passage to identify basic factual knowledge and the literal meaning by indicating who was involved, what happened, where it happened, what events led to the development, and what consequences or outcomes followed.7 – H1.2.3 Identify the point of view (perspective of the author) and context when reading and discussing primary and secondary sources. 7 – H1.2.4 Compare and evaluate differing historical perspectives based on evidence.7 – G4.3.3 Explain the patterns, causes, and consequences of major human migrations.7 – G4.4.1 Identify factors that contribute to conflict and cooperation between and among cultural groups.7 – G4.4.2 Describe examples of cooperation and conflict in the era being studied.LITERACY/ELA RI.3.3 Describe the relationship between a series of historical events, scientific ideas or concepts, or steps in technical procedures in a text, using language that pertains to time, sequence, and cause/effect.

  CreatorAn Oakland University Student and C3 Teachers

  PublisherC3 Teachers
• Settler Colonialism and the American Revolution: Women and the American Story History Unit (1692-1783)
  Content wise, this unit goes best with 5th grade USHG Eras 2 and 3. There are opportunities for geography, economics, and civics integration.
  DescriptionContent wise, this unit goes best with 5th grade USHG Eras 2 and 3. There are opportunities for geography, economics, and civics integration. Related standards will depend on the resources you include, how you include them, and the grade you teach. That said, we do recommend these resources for all grades to help develop historical thinking and inquiry skills described in the standards.

  PublisherThe New York Historical
• Modernizing America: Women and the American Story History Unit (1889–1920)
  Content wise, this unit goes best with 8th grade and High School USHG Era 6. There are opportunities for geography, economics, and civics integration.
  DescriptionContent wise, this unit goes best with 8th grade and High School USHG Era 6. There are opportunities for geography, economics, and civics integration.Related standards will depend on the resources you include, how you include them, and the grade you teach. That said, we do recommend these resources for all grades to help develop historical thinking and inquiry skills described in the standards.

  PublisherThe New York Historical
• Maawndoonganan: Anishinaabe Resource Manual to Accompany the State of Michigan Social Studies Standards
  Please read the document for a full list of supported Michigan Social Studies standards.
  DescriptionPlease read the document for a full list of supported Michigan Social Studies standards.

  PublisherConfederation of Michigan Tribal Educator Departments (CMTED)
• Industry and Empire: Women and the American Story History Unit (1866-1904)
  Content wise, this unit goes best with 8th grade USHG Eras 5 + 6 and High School USHG Era 6. There are opportunities for geography, economics, and civics integration.
  DescriptionContent wise, this unit goes best with 8th grade USHG Eras 5 + 6 and High School USHG Era 6. There are opportunities for geography, economics, and civics integration.Related standards will depend on the resources you include, how you include them, and the grade you teach. That said, we do recommend these resources for all grades to help develop historical thinking and inquiry skills described in the standards.Click here to learn how to use WAMS in your classroom.

  PublisherThe New York Historical
• How To Celebrate and Honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day
  Paul Flores IV (Apache) details ways to include Indigenous knowledges, histories, and cultures into your teaching, especially if you do not identify as Indigenous. Flores says in paragraph 3, and we want to highlight: "It’s important to approach topics related to Indigenous peoples with thoughtfulness and care, as many of these subjects can be quite sensitive. Previewing any content before showing your class is recommended to make sure it’s presented in a respectful, culturally appropriate manner. By making the effort to learn directly from Native voices, you can gain invaluable insights into the vibrant, living cultures that have inhabited this land for millennia and participate in the important work of honoring and preserving these irreplaceable traditions."
  Creator"As a man who derives from the Apache tribal heritage, Paul Flores IV takes great pride in his diverse background and is passionate about preserving and celebrating his native traditions. From a young age, Flores has felt a strong calling to make a positive impact on the world, which led him to pursue a career in education."Read more about Flores by clicking here.

  DescriptionPaul Flores IV (Apache) details ways to include Indigenous knowledges, histories, and cultures into your teaching, especially if you do not identify as Indigenous. Flores says in paragraph 3, and we want to highlight: "It’s important to approach topics related to Indigenous peoples with thoughtfulness and care, as many of these subjects can be quite sensitive. Previewing any content before showing your class is recommended to make sure it’s presented in a respectful, culturally appropriate manner. By making the effort to learn directly from Native voices, you can gain invaluable insights into the vibrant, living cultures that have inhabited this land for millennia and participate in the important work of honoring and preserving these irreplaceable traditions."

  PublisherWe are Teachers
• Growth and Turmoil: U.S. History Unit (1948–1977)
  Content wise, this unit goes best with High School USHG Eras 7 + 8. There are opportunities for geography, economics, and civics integration.
  DescriptionContent wise, this unit goes best with High School USHG Eras 7 + 8. There are opportunities for geography, economics, and civics integration.Related standards will depend on the resources you include, how you include them, and the grade you teach. That said, we do recommend these resources for all grades to help develop historical thinking and inquiry skills described in the standards.

  PublisherThe New York Historical
• Expansions and Inequalities: Women and the American Story History Unit (1820-1869)
  Content wise, this unit goes best with 8th grade USHG Eras 4 + 5. There are opportunities for geography, economics, and civics integration.
  DescriptionContent wise, this unit goes best with 8th grade USHG Eras 4 + 5. There are opportunities for geography, economics, and civics integration.Related standards will depend on the resources you include, how you include them, and the grade you teach. That said, we do recommend these resources for all grades to help develop historical thinking and inquiry skills described in the standards.

  PublisherThe New York Historical
• End of the Twentieth Century Women and the American Story History Unit (1977-2001): A Conservative Turn
  Content wise, this unit goes best with High School USHG Eras 8+ 9. There are opportunities for geography, economics, and civics integration.
  DescriptionContent wise, this unit goes best with High School USHG Eras 8+ 9. There are opportunities for geography, economics, and civics integration.Related standards will depend on the resources you include, how you include them, and the grade you teach. That said, we do recommend these resources for all grades to help develop historical thinking and inquiry skills described in the standards.

  PublisherThe New York Historical
• Early Encounters: Women and the American Story History Unit (1492-1734)
  Content wise, this unit goes best with 5th grade USHG Eras 1 and 2.
  DescriptionContent wise, this unit goes best with 5th grade USHG Eras 1 and 2.Related standards will depend on the resources you include, how you include them, and the grade you teach. That said, we do recommend these resources for all grades to help develop historical thinking and inquiry skills described in the standards. How to use WAMS in your classroom

  PublisherThe New York Historical
• Confidence and Crises: Women and the American Story History Unit (1920-1948)
  Content wise, this unit goes best with High School USHG Eras 6, 7, and 8. There are opportunities for geography, economics, and civics integration.
  DescriptionContent wise, this unit goes best with High School USHG Eras 6, 7, and 8. There are opportunities for geography, economics, and civics integration.Related standards will depend on the resources you include, how you include them, and the grade you teach. That said, we do recommend these resources for all grades to help develop historical thinking and inquiry skills described in the standards.

  PublisherThe New York Historical
• Chaldean History: Who are the Chaldeans?
  A brief article outlining the over 5,500-year history of Chaldean people: from their beginnings in Mesopotamia to Metro Detroit becoming the second largest community of Chaldeans worldwide. The article also includes information about language, religion, and demographics.
  CreatorChaldean Community Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to lifting the cultural heritage, community, and labor of Chaldeans and Chaldean Americans in and beyond Michigan.Learn more about the Chaldean Community Foundation.

  DescriptionA brief article outlining the over 5,500-year history of Chaldean people: from their beginnings in Mesopotamia to Metro Detroit becoming the second largest community of Chaldeans worldwide. The article also includes information about language, religion, and demographics.

  PublisherChaldean Community Foundation
• Chaldean American Month Video Series
  A 4 minute, 4-part YouTube playlist that explores: 1. Who are the Chaldeans? 2. Aramaic Language 3. Religion 4. Demographics
  CreatorChaldean Community Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to lifting the cultural heritage, community, and labor of Chaldeans and Chaldean Americans in and beyond Michigan.Learn more about the Chaldean Community Foundation

  DescriptionA 4 minute, 4-part YouTube playlist that explores: 1. Who are the Chaldeans? 2. Aramaic Language 3. Religion 4. Demographics

  PublisherChaldean Community Foundation
• Building a New Nation: Women and the American Story History Unit (1776-1831)
  Content wise, this unit goes best with 5th grade USHG Era 3 and 8th grade USHG Eras 3 + 4. There are opportunities for geography, economics, and civics integration. Related standards will depend on the resources you include, how you include them, and the grade you teach. That said, we do recommend these resources for all grades to help develop historical thinking and inquiry skills described in the standards.
  DescriptionContent wise, this unit goes best with 5th grade USHG Era 3 and 8th grade USHG Eras 3 + 4. There are opportunities for geography, economics, and civics integration. Related standards will depend on the resources you include, how you include them, and the grade you teach. That said, we do recommend these resources for all grades to help develop historical thinking and inquiry skills described in the standards.

  PublisherThe New York Historical
• A Nation Divided: U.S. History Unit (1832-1877)
  Content wise, this unit goes best with 5th grade USHG Era 3 and 8th grade USHG Eras 4 + 5. There are opportunities for geography, economics, and civics integration.
  DescriptionContent wise, this unit goes best with 5th grade USHG Era 3 and 8th grade USHG Eras 4 + 5. There are opportunities for geography, economics, and civics integration. Related standards will depend on the resources you include, how you include them, and the grade you teach. That said, we do recommend these resources for all grades to help develop historical thinking and inquiry skills described in the standards.

  PublisherThe New York Historical