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Introducing Our US History Curriculum Collection
Draw from this flexible curriculum collection as you plan any middle or high school US history course. Featuring units, C3-style inquiries, and case studies, the collection will help you explore themes of democracy and freedom with your students throughout the year.
The Redneck Stereotype
Authors Joseph Flora and Lucinda MacKethan describe the characteristics of the “redneck,” a specific stereotype of a poor white Southerner.
Beyond Classification
Explore three first person perspectives on stereotyping to understand how these prejudices can divide a society.
Talking About Religion
Eboo Patel reflects on how religion impacts his identity and a time in his past when he was a bystander.
“Where I’m From” by George Ella Lyon
In this poem, George Ella Lyon lists all the characteristics that shape her identity and where she’s from.
Introducing Borders (Adapted Version)
Adapted for English Learners and students who benefit from scaffolding, this informational text introduces students to the concept of borders.
“Identity” by Julio Noboa Polanco
In this poem, Julio Noboa Polanco chooses to reject conformity and instead embrace and celebrate individuality.
Why Do People Need to Belong?
This informational text about belonging explores why humans seek belonging and the positive and negative aspects of forming social groups.
“Rehearsal for the New World” Transcript
Students use this handout to read, analyze, and discuss the poem “Rehearsal for the New World”.
Still Me Inside
A teenager describes how changing her appearance affected the way that others perceived her identity and how she thought about herself.
A Letter to the Students of Colour Who Were in My History Classes
Dylan Wray reflects on his time in the classroom as a white educator teaching a racially diverse group of students in South Africa.