In this lesson plans, students will learn about the geography, historical development, economics, and culture of the Ancient Champa Kingdom. This lesson is designed to situate into broader curriculum about ancient world civilizations in the sixth grade. Students will practice skills like primary and secondary source analysis, citing evidence to support their answers, compare and contrast, writing, and discussion. Incorporating fun games and an archaeological activity, this lesson plan will keep students engaged and ask them to question the typical narratives they learn in history!

In this lesson plan, students will explore the under discussed Brown Asian American Power Movement. Students will learn how the South and South East Asians experience othering by East Asian groups as well as non-Asian groups, as well as the history of how Asian American social justice movements emerged. This lesson plan will also build student’s skills in literary analysis, argumentative writing, and research.

In this lesson, students will analyze the intersection between colonialism and sexuality, especially in the context of how colonial states use sex as a form of power and control. Students will utilize their critical thinking skills to learn about heteronormativity and the impacts of settler colonialism on Indigenous communities. Through small and large group discussions, students will explore topics covering imperialism, sexuality, and watch videos relating to how federal policies seek to reinforce hetero-patriarchy within the United States.