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History Unboxed
Civil War Unboxed (American History)
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Civil War Unboxed (American History)

$59.95

Inside This Box:

  • Learn about the real Underground Railroad and paint a dipper gourd with the symbol for freedom.
  • Build a morse code machine and practice using a state-of-the-art communication method: Morse Code!
  • Decipher secret codes with a cipher wheel.
  • Read quotes from Abraham Lincoln.
…and more! Looking for more information on the American Civil War?  Our Civil War Unboxed Pinterest board has additional activities, books, and learning resources. *Due to shipping restrictions, batteries are not included. Our youth boxes contain printed materials at multiple levels from elementary to lower high school level. The young adult box contains additional literature featuring mature content. Youth SKU: BOX-CIV-1OZ Young Adult SKU: BOX-CIV-1OS
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Civil War Unboxed

Step into one of the most pivotal moments in American history with Civil War Unboxed! This immersive lesson delves into the people, innovations, and stories of the American Civil War, offering hands-on activities to bring history to life.

What’s Inside Civil War Unboxed?

  • Soldiers and Music: Learn about the role music played during the conflict, and how soldiers used it to lift their spirits during the war.
  • Underground Railroad: Discover the history of the real Underground Railroad and paint a dipper gourd with the symbol for freedom, commemorating the courage of those who sought freedom and those who helped them.
  • Morse Code and Communication: Build your own morse code machine, a revolutionary communication method during the nineteenth century, and decipher a code using a cipher wheel.
  • Abraham Lincoln’s Words: Read quotes from Abraham Lincoln and gain insight into the thoughts and leadership of one of America’s most iconic presidents.
  • Read about Abraham Lincoln from the Native perspective: Lipan Apache author Kelly Tudor describes the tragic story of the Dakota 38.

Hands-On Activities:

  • Paint a dipper gourd inspired by the Underground Railroad’s freedom symbol.
  • Build and use a morse code machine for authentic historical communication
  • Use artifact replica cipher wheel to decipher secret codes

Why Choose Civil War Unboxed?

  • Rich Historical Content: Gain a deeper understanding of the conflict, its key figures, and its cultural significance.
  • Interactive Learning: Engage with history through hands-on projects like music-making, painting, and constructing a communication device.
  • Fun and Educational: Perfect for homeschool families, this curriculum makes studying the war accessible and meaningful.

Experience the Legacy of the Civil War
The Civil War shaped America’s history in profound ways. This lesson connects students to the era’s struggles and triumphs through creative and interactive activities.

Perfect for Homeschool Families
With engaging projects and thoughtful lessons, Civil War Unboxed offers a hands-on exploration of one of America’s most critical historical periods.

Discover Civil War Unboxed today and bring the stories of the past to life!

Please note: The Young Adult version of this box contains discussion of John Brown’s Raid.

Weight 1.25 lbs
Dimensions 11.375 × 8.875 × 3 in
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Missions Unboxed

Explore the history of missions in Spanish colonial America. This immersive lesson delves into the daily lives, traditions, and challenges faced by Indigenous peoples and Spanish colonists during this pivotal time in history.

What’s Inside?

  • Cultural Connections: Discover the role of drinking chocolate in the missions and its significance to both Spanish colonists and Native peoples. Then, make your own chocolate with a traditional tool to experience this treasured beverage firsthand.
  • Everyday Life: Learn about the foods enjoyed by Pacific Native peoples, including salted crickets, and try this healthy and sustainable snack for yourself.
  • Games and Toys: Create an acorn spinning toy, just like the ones played with by Indigenous children for a fun, hands-on connection to history.
  • Struggles and Changes: Examine the impacts of colonialism on Indigenous communities. Understand the cultural exchanges, conflicts, and transformations that shaped life in these Catholic institutions.

Hands-On Activities:

  • Make your own drinking chocolate from scratch.
  • Try salted crickets, a snack inspired by Pacific Native peoples.
  • Craft an acorn spinning toy like those used by 18th century children.
  • Explore stories and historical accounts of life during the era.

Why Choose Missions Unboxed?

  • Balanced Perspective: Learn about the missions from multiple viewpoints. This lesson highlights both the struggles and contributions of Indigenous peoples and Spanish colonizers.
  • Interactive Learning: Engage with history through hands-on activities, from crafting toys to enjoying authentic foods.
  • Fun and Educational: Perfect for homeschool families, this curriculum provides a meaningful exploration of this period in Spanish America.

Discover the History of the Missions
With Missions Unboxed, students will gain a deeper understanding of the cultural exchanges, innovations, and challenges that defined the mission era. This is a perfect supplement for California history’s fourth grade social studies mission project!

Perfect for Homeschool Families
Designed to spark curiosity and critical thinking, Missions Unboxed brings history to life with activities and lessons that are both engaging and educational.

Discover Missions Unboxed today and explore the rich history of colonial America!

Please note: The Young Adult box contains discussions of toileting and approaches to sexuality in Indigenous and Spanish communities.

Weight 2.36 lbs
Dimensions 11 × 9 × 6 in
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