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UNITS INCLUDED ON THIS CD:
U.S. Constitution
As the end result of the effort of many
individuals, the Constitution represents an excellent model of cooperation, diplomacy, and compromise. Learn more!
The Mayflower, Journey to a New
Life
Nearly 400 years ago, a group of people left Europe to seek religious freedom. They made
a treacherous voyage across the Atlantic Ocean on a ship called the Mayflower. Learn about the Mayflower and its journey to America in this
cross-curricular unit!
Native Americans, Parts 1 & 2
Native American tribes are classified into culture areas or groups with strong
similarities. Each culture area is unique in its traditions, history, languages and daily life. Learn about tribes from the Plains, Plateau,
Great Basin and Southwest regions in these units, and explore Native American life across the grades and curricula!
Colonial America, Parts 1 & 2
In 1607, a group of about 100 settlers from England landed near the Chesapeake Bay in
what is now Virginia. They established Jamestown, which became the first permanent British colony in North America. Over the next 150 years,
thousands of settlers, also known as colonists, from England and other European countries came to America. The British settlers formed
thirteen colonies that extended from present-day Maine in the north to Georgia. In these two units, learn about the thirteen British
colonies that started the United States of America, and about life in those colonies.
American Revolutionary War,
Parts 1 & 2
"No Taxation Without Representation!" This statement would help launch the American
colonies into a war for economic and political freedom. In these two units, we investigate how the Revolutionary War began, endured, and
ended with the birth of a nation!
Civil War, Parts 1 & 2
The Civil War was a time of great strife and conflict that divided our nation. It
resulted in the end of slavery and left deep scars on the country. What were the causes of this war that pitted brother against brother? Why
did the South want to secede from the Union? What was it like to be alive during this tumultuous era? Examine the roots, causes and history
of the Civil War in these two units.
The Gold Rush, Parts 1 & 2
The cry of "Gold!" in 1848 sent excited groups traveling westward in the hopes of
finding fortune. While most did not achieve wealth, their travels and settlements grew a nation. Learn more about the Gold Rush and Manifest
Destiny in these two cross-curricular units.
Abe Lincoln
Learn more about Abraham Lincoln, the sixteenth president of the United States. Through
hard work and determination he rose to the presidency during one of the most difficult times in our nation’s history-the Civil War.
Meet the Presidents!
Although 42 men have held that office throughout this country's 200-year history, most
Americans are familiar with the achievements of only a very few of them. Why not take some time to learn about the rest in this
cross-curricular unit?
Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson was one of America's greatest presidents. He authored the Declaration
of Independence and was responsible for the Louisiana Purchase. Learn more about this great American statesman and his many other
accomplishments.
Henry Ford and Automobiles
Henry Ford revolutionized automobile mass production methods, he made automobiles
affordable to the average worker, and he transformed travel around the world.
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