Pixton Lesson Ideas

Actually Fake News

These days, we are burdened with the task of filtering out this “noise” so that we can get to the heart of matters and not be distracted by loud, preference-driven commentary. Use this lesson to promote critical thinking and introspection among your students.

Political Cartoons

Students will learn about the impact imperialism had on indigenous peoples and cultures from around the world.

The Jewish Plight: Interwar Years

Students will learn about discrimination, prejudice, and the attempted genocide of Jewish people during the Holocaust and the years leading up to WWII.

The Events Leading to WWII

Students will investigate key events during the interwar years that indirectly or directly lead to World War II.

How Similar Are We?

Students will be able to compare and contrast cultural aspects of different ancient civilizations that developed around the same time.

Conserve to Preserve

Students will identify a current global issue affecting our environment and determine a method for resolving the issue.

Egyptian Math Mashup

Practice math skills and learn about Egyptian history at the same time with this activity.

The Great Depression

Students will learn about the Great Depression and demonstrate their understanding of this economic downfall.

Religious Diversity in the Ottoman Empire

Students will understand how the Ottoman Empire (1299-1922) maintained control over a religiously diverse group of peoples.

Show Me The Money: Major Economic Systems

Students will understand the three major economic systems and explore the pros and cons of each.

The Bill of Rights and Me

Students will develop an understanding of the Bill of Rights and how it impacts their lives.

World War II Cause and Effect

Students will make cause and effect connections between World War I and World War II.

Migration During The Industrial Revolution

Students will develop an understanding of the reasons why people leave their home and begin a new life in a new place.

The Incan Defeat

Students will develop an understanding of how the Incas interacted with the Spanish Conquistadors.

Teach Social Studies with Comics

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