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Surveillance Technology & the Trump Administration Unit Study, E Course & Audio
$14.99 Add to cartSurveillance technology is nothing new but it has changed and grown since the government began using it expansively after WW2. Today Donald Trump’s administration for his second term in office contains substantial influence from technology executives.
Where did these executives come from? What is their objective? Learn the history of the technology we use everyday, its objectives, and how it relates to Trump administration in this unit study.
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The 1986 Vaccine Liability Act: Origins and Impact
$2.99 Add to cartHelp your teens understand the laws that shape their world.
The 1986 Vaccine Liability Act is a landmark federal law that affects every child in America—including yours. But most young people have never heard of it. This one day unit study changes that.
Through engaging readings, thought-provoking discussion questions, and hands-on activities, your student will explore the real history behind this compromise: the vaccine shortage crisis of the 1980s, how the law works today, and the unintended consequences that followed. They’ll learn to think critically about how laws shape incentives, how tradeoffs work, and why understanding policy matters for informed citizenship.
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The Assassination of John F. Kennedy Unit Study, E-Course, Audio
$14.99 Add to cartOn November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas—an event that changed the course of American history. While the official narrative attributes his death to a lone gunman, deeper examination reveals a web of political, intelligence, and criminal entanglements that raise profound questions.
This unit study takes a critical look at the JFK assassination, placing it within the broader context of 1960s political violence and its lasting implications.
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The COVID-19 Pandemic: From Origins to Global Impact Unit Study, E-Course & Audio
$14.99 Add to cartThe COVID-19 pandemic reshaped every corner of modern life—from personal freedoms and global economies to science, health policy, and international governance. This unit study gives students the tools to understand not only what happened during the pandemic, but why it happened—and how those decisions continue to shape the world today.
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The Historical Roots of DEI – Unit Study, E-Course & Audio
$14.99 Add to cartDiscover the Untold History That Shaped DEI
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is a term you’ve probably heard often, but what does it really mean, and where did it originate? The Historical Roots of DEI unit study dives into the critical events and movements that shaped the DEI conversation today, offering an eye-opening exploration of modern history often overlooked in traditional curricula.
This study isn’t about changing your mind or pushing an agenda—it’s about understanding. By uncovering key historical events from the post-World War II era, students gain the tools to engage in thoughtful discussions about DEI and its place in modern society.
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The Nakba: A Primary Source Reader
$34.95 Add to cartGive your students direct access to history with The Nakba: A Primary Source Reader. This comprehensive educational resource brings together historical documents, personal narratives, and essential context that textbooks often miss. From Theodor Herzl’s founding Zionist texts to firsthand accounts from 1948 Palestinian refugees, your students will engage with over 100 key terms, 16 chapters of primary sources, and powerful personal stories. Created by tenured history professor Rania Assily, this reader develops critical thinking, historical empathy, and the skills students need to analyze complex events from multiple perspectives. Perfect for homeschool families, microschools, and co-ops seeking rigorous, engaging history curriculum. $34.95
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The Strait of Hormuz: Global Trade and Geopolitics One Day Unit Study
$2.99 Add to cartThe Strait of Hormuz: Global Trade and Geopolitics
Through a narrow waterway barely two miles wide flows 20% of the world’s oil and one-third of its liquefied natural gas—over $1.5 billion daily. Yet most people have never heard of the Strait of Hormuz. Understanding this critical “chokepoint” is essential for informed citizens preparing to lead in an increasingly interconnected world.
This one day study reveals how distant geopolitical events directly impact your family’s grocery bills, fuel prices, and economic stability. Students will explore how geography grants unexpected power, why international law sometimes fails in practice, and how vulnerable our global economy truly is.
