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Did the Delegates do what they were supposed to do at the Constitutional Convention?

Join us on September 21 for our Private i History Detectives Constitution event! During this free webinar, we explore how to make the Constitution and civic engagement accessible to your elementary learners.

The Constitution EXPLAINED Video Series

Our comprehensive, short-form video series created with the Center for Civic Education explains the text, history, and relevance of the United States Constitution, Bill of Rights, and additional amendments in everyday language. Check out all 35 videos today!

Private i History Detectives—Now with Narration!

Wondering how our Private i History Detectives lessons work? Let our narrators show you! Each unit’s Google slide decks are narrated, providing insight into how to deliver and a sense of the lesson flow.

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    View the Constitution from the perspective of its foundational principles. Consider the Founders' intentions and the Constitution itself as you discover how the constitutional principles are critical…
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    Even presidents have to worry about making the grade! Discover the history behind the “First 100 Days” and its impact on the American presidency with this new lesson plan that includes extension…
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    Introduction to Inquiry Mysteries, Grades K-1

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    Students have lots of questions! Engage their curiosity through inquiry-based learning. In this unit, students will learn to examine images of primary source artifacts. They will have the opportunity…
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    Then and Now

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    The past tells us about the present! In this unit, students analyze primary images from the past and compare them to those from today. Students will have the opportunity to learn how people, work,…
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    How Do We Celebrate Our Shared Traditions?

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    Traditions can be large or small. Kids may be familiar with certain traditions. This unit allows them to explore more. They will have the opportunity to identify traditions that are important to…
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    What Makes a Good Leader?

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    Every community needs leaders. But how do we choose them, and what makes someone a good leader? In this unit, students will explore leaders in their community and identify leadership traits. Students…
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    We learn by asking questions! In this inquiry-based unit, students will have the chance to learn how asking questions can lead to learning. They will understand that sometimes there is more than one…
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    Why Do People Move?

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    People move for many different reasons. Maybe for jobs or to be closer to family. In this inquiry-based unit, students will learn all about moving. They will start by learning about the push and pull…
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    Why Do We Need Maps?

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    This inquiry-based unit puts kids on the map! Key vocabulary and primary source information allow kids to study different map projections and learn how maps have changed over time. The 1904 World’s…
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    How Does Culture Impact the Way We Live?

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    In this unit, the story of the Clotilda Africans is the backdrop to learning about cultural values. Students will see how they incorporated many of the Yoruba cultural values they had learned as…
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    What Strategies Did Native Nations Use To Protect…

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    In this inquiry-based unit, students will become more familiar with Native history and people. They will learn about some elements of Native sovereignty and its importance in American history.…
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    Why Do Many People Celebrate on the Fourth of July?

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    The Fourth of July is all about fireworks and barbeque. Or is it? In this inquiry-based unit, students will learn the historical context of the Fourth of July. They will gain a better understanding…
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