American History

The development of the state of Israel

Geography, the rise of the Middle East, and the recognition of Israel.

A broad overview of U.S. foreign policy from Truman to Bush 43.

A lesson focusing on foreign policy.

Students will complete in-class and outside of class assignments using political cartoons, posters and documents.

Students will work in groups to analyze primary source documents to investigate the Marshall Plan was and its controversies.

Students will analyze the Marshall Plan (primary sources) and draw conclusions as to the pro and cons to the aid.

To understand the Korean War and how it changed the Cold War.

Analyze and compare the presidency of Harry Truman and Lyndon Johnson.

This lesson will help students focus on the needs of the world following World War II and will allow the students to use and understand the importance of political cartoons as a primary source.