by Jill Tomey | Sep 9, 2023 | Curriculum Connection
Loyalty Curriculum Connection – History The name of Benedict Arnold has become synonymous with traitor – the opposite of Loyalty. Arnold committed treason in 1780 when, as a general in the Revolutionary Army he defected to the British Army. The connection...
by Jill Tomey | Aug 8, 2023 | Curriculum Connection
Confidence Curriculum Connection – History Studying historical figures that overcame challenges can inspire confidence in oneself by providing examples of people who have achieved great things despite facing adversity. This can be particularly helpful for people...
by Jill Tomey | Oct 25, 2022 | Curriculum Connection
Gratefulness Curriculum Connection – History In 1861, President Abraham Lincoln ordered that Government offices be closed for a local day of Thanksgiving. In 1863, he issued a proclamation that set the precedent for succeeding presidents to issue a Thanksgiving...
by Jill Tomey | Apr 25, 2022 | Curriculum Connection
Courage Curriculum Connection – History Profiles in Courage Profiles in Courage is a 1955 Pulitzer Prize-winning biography describing acts of bravery and integrity by eight United States Senators throughout the Senate’s history. The book profiles senators...
by Jill Tomey | Oct 25, 2021 | Curriculum Connection
Respect Curriculum Connection – History Ironic History George Washington led the American troops in fighting for the freedom of speech but in that same war, he admonished his troops for using profane language. “The General is sorry to be informed that the...
