Week 1
Lesson 1
Ch 1 Columbus and the Indigenous
Introduction to Columbus's Voyages:Discuss the context of European exploration and the motivations behind Columbus’s journey.
  - Interaction with the Arawak: Examine the initial encounters between Columbus and the Arawak people. 
  - Impact of European Arrival: Discuss the immediate and long-term effects on indigenous populations, including disease, enslavement, and cultural disruption. 
  - Primary Sources: Read and analyze accounts from Columbus’s journals and letters, and missionaries.
 Week 2
Lesson 2
Ch 2 Black and White
Origins of the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade: Discuss the beginnings of the slave trade and its economic drivers.
  - Middle Passage: Explore the brutal conditions of the Middle Passage and the human cost of the slave trade.
  - Impact on Africa and the Americas: Discuss how the slave trade affected African societies and contributed to the development of the American economy.
  - Slave Narratives: Analyze first-hand accounts from enslaved people to understand their experiences and res
 Week 3
Lesson 3
Ch 3 Who Were the Colonists
Early European Settlements: Discuss the establishment of early colonies by the Spanish, French, and English.
  - Immigration Motives: Explore the reasons why Europeans emigrated to North America, including economic opportunities and religious freedom.
  - Interactions with Indigenous Peoples: Examine the varying relationships between European settlers and indigenous communities, including trade, conflict, and alliances.
  - Colonial Life: Discuss the daily lives of colonists, stuggles in America
 Week 4
Lesson 4
Ch 4 Tyranny is Tryanny
British Colonial Policies: Examine the economic and political policies imposed by Britain on the American colonies, such as the Navigation Acts and taxes.
  - Colonial Resistance: Discuss the various forms of resistance by colonists, including protests, boycotts, and the formation of groups like the Sons of Liberty.
  - Key Events Leading to Revolution: Analyze significant events such as the Boston Massacre and the Boston Tea Party that escalated tensions.
 Week 5
Lesson 5
Ch 5 Revolutions
Outbreak of the American Revolution: Discuss the battles of Lexington and Concord and the start of the Revolutionary War.
  - Key Figures: Explore the contributions of leaders like George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin.
  - Declaration of Independence: Analyze the text and significance of the Declaration of Independence.
  - International Involvement: Examine the role of foreign allies, particularly France, in the American victory.
 Week 6
Lesson 6
Ch 6 The Woman of Early America
Influential Women: Highlight the contributions of women such as Abigail Adams, Phillis Wheatley, and Mercy Otis Warren.
  - Roles in Society: Discuss the roles of women in colonial and revolutionary society, including their work in homes, farms, and businesses.
  - Women's Rights Movement: Explore the early calls for women's rights and education.
  - Primary Sources: Analyze letters, poems, and other writings by women of the period.
 Week 7
Lesson 7
Ch 7 Native American Relocations
Early Treaties and Conflicts: Discuss early treaties between Native American tribes and the U.S. government and the conflicts that arose.
  - Indian Removal Act: Examine the policies leading to the Indian Removal Act and its implementation.
  - Trail of Tears: Discuss the forced relocation of tribes, focusing on the Cherokee Nation, and the hardships faced during the Trail of Tears.
  - Long-term Impact: Analyze the long-term effects of relocation on Native American communities.
 Week 8
Lesson 8
Ch 8 War with Mexico
Causes of the War: Explore the causes of the U.S.-Mexican War, including territorial disputes and Manifest Destiny.
  - Major Battles and Strategies: Discuss key battles such as the Battle of Buena Vista and the Siege of Veracruz.
  - Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo: Analyze the terms of the treaty and its impact on territorial boundaries.
  - Effects on Mexican and Indigenous Populations: Discuss the social, economic, and political consequences of the war for Mexican and indigenous communities.
 Week 9
Lesson 9
Ch 9 Slavery and Emancipation
Institution of Slavery: Explore the development of slavery in the United States and its entrenchment in Southern society.
  - Abolition Movement: Discuss key figures and events in the abolition movement, such as Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, and the Underground Railroad.
  - Civil War and Emancipation: Examine the role of slavery in causing the Civil War and the issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation.
  - Life After Emancipation: Discuss the challenges during Reconstruction.
 Week 10
Lesson 10
Ch 10 Civil War
Causes of the Civil War: Discuss the complex causes of the Civil War, including slavery, economic differences, and states' rights.
  - Major Battles and Leaders: Explore significant battles like Gettysburg and key military leaders such as Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee.
  - Homefront and War Effort: Discuss the experiences of civilians, including women and African Americans, during the war.
  - Reconstruction: Analyze the policies and challenges of Reconstruction in rebuilding the South. 
 Week 11
Lesson 11
Ch 11 Robber Barons and Rebels
Industrial Revolution: Discuss the technological advancements and economic changes during the Industrial Revolution.
  - Key Industrialists: Examine the lives and practices of figures like John D. Rockefeller, Andrew Carnegie, and J.P. Morgan.
  - Labor Movement: Discuss the rise of labor unions and significant strikes, such as the Haymarket Affair and Pullman Strike.
  - Economic Inequality: Analyze the disparities between wealthy industrialists and the working class, and the soci
 Week 12
Lesson 12
Ch 12 The American Empire
Imperialism and Expansion: Explore the reasons behind American expansion and imperialism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
  - Spanish-American War: Discuss the causes, major events, and outcomes of the Spanish-American War.
  - Territorial Acquisitions: Examine the acquisition of territories such as Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines.
  - Debate Over Empire: Analyze the debates within the U.S. about imperialism, including arguments for and against expansion.
 Week 13
Lesson 13
Work Day
During this class period students will be able to have one-on-one feedback from the teacher on their final projects.
 Week 14
Lesson 14
Final Presentations
Students will present their final projects to the class.