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Dive into Modern History with 1890s: A Turning Point! This comprehensive globally-centered interactive history lesson immerses learners in the people, events, and ideas that shaped decade of the 1890s, providing hands-on activities and engaging materials. This box is part of our Modern History Curriculum Series.
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The 1890s was a turning point in world history. This lesson provides a dynamic way to explore the influences of colonialism and industrial revolution on the modern era. Steam, electricity, and innovation connected distant places, while new voices challenged old systems of power. This lesson offers a dynamic way to explore how communication, invention, and imperial ambition ushered in the modern era.
The 1890s marked a dramatic shift towards a more modern world. From the rise of wireless technology to the insatiable need for raw industrial materials, this decade shaped the world we live in today. Our 1890s box invites learners to think critically about major global themes—including colonialism, innovation, and identity—while developing historical empathy and curiosity.
This immersive history lesson includes:
Student-Friendly Primary Sources – Explore yellow journalism with reproductions of real newspapers.
Global Perspective – Examine imperialism, independence, and innovation through events in Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Creative Expression – Use traditional Spanish playing cards to explore cultural exchange through Latin American games.
STEM Meets History – Build your own radio kit to understand how early inventors changed communication forever.
This box is ideal for:
Homeschool families seeking a secular, global history curriculum
Teachers supplementing modern history in the classroom
Co-ops and micro-schools focusing on project-based learning
Families using Charlotte Mason, Classical, or Unit Study approaches
Recommended for ages 13+ (Youth) and 16+ (Young Adult version).
Discover the 1890s today and continue your study of the modern era!
| Weight | 1.53 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 12 × 9 × 3 in |
| Age Range | Young Adult, Youth |
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