Jules Verne was born on February 8, 1828, in the busy port city of Nantes, France. It was a stirring time and place, …
Egyptian Hieroglyphs & Alphabets: A Unit Study
The latest known inscription written in Egyptian hieroglyphs stands in the temple of the goddess Isis on an island in …
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Edison’s Incandescent Light Bulb: A Unit Study
On January 27, 1880, Thomas Edison patented the electric incandescent lamp. The incandescent light bulb was invented by …
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Around the World in 80 Days: A Unit Study
Five minutes too late! Phileas Fogg was due back in London on December 21 and was to make his appearance at his usual …
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The Florida Everglades: A Unit Study
The renowned Florida Everglades is a large area of swamps and sawgrass prairie that floods in regular cycles. It is …
Gerrymander: A Unit Study
Elbridge Gerry, who died on November 23, 1814, could have been remembered for any number of contributions to American …
