U.S. History Supplemental Curriculum for Mississippi Schools
Proudly delivered in partnership with Governor Tate Reeves.

An Invitation to Mississippi School Leaders
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves invites the state’s middle and high schools to use the Story of America, a U.S. history supplemental curriculum designed for middle and high school students to develop civic literacy. The program is aligned with Mississippi’s Social Studies Standards and is available to Mississippi schools AT NO COST.

Preview The Story of America

Turn Lessons into Immersive Historical Experiences
Students explore 31 interactive units, from the Pre-Columbian Era to today, covering 235 history learning objectives that deepen understanding of pivotal moments in our nation’s story.
- Middle School
- High School
Action-Packed US History Units
Students explore 31 interactive units spanning from the Pre-Columbian Era to today - diving into pivotal moments that shaped our nation.
Unit 1: The Americas Before Columbus
Unit 2: The Age of Exploration
Unit 3: The Colonization of America
Unit 4: The Road to Revolution
Unit 5: The American Revolution
Unit 6: The New Nation
Unit 7: The Challenges of a Young Nation
Unit 8: The Rise of the New Republic
Unit 9: The Age of Jackson and the Common Man
Unit 10: Growth and Division
Unit 11: The Civil War
Unit 12: Reconstruction
Unit 13: Social Studies Skills
Unit 14: The US Constitution
Review Unit: Pre-Columbian to Reconstruction
Unit 1: Reconstruction
Unit 2: The Nation Expands
Unit 3: The Impact of Industry
Unit 4: The Gilded Age
Unit 5: The Progressive Era
Unit 6: America and the Age of Empires
Unit 7: World War I
Unit 8: From the Roaring Twenties to Black Tuesday
Unit 9: The Great Depression and the New Deal
Unit 10: World War II
Unit 11: The Cold War and Prosperity
Unit 12: The Sixties and Seventies
Unit 13: The End of the American Century
Unit 14: Social Studies Skills
Unit 15: The US Constitution
Supporting Instruction in Mississippi Classrooms
Correlates with Mississippi Standards
All lessons and assessments are correlated to Mississippi's Social Studies Standards.

Factual Portrayal of US History
Teaches the unvarnished truth of US history while improving grade-level reading comprehension.
Available in Spanish and English
Provides an online US History program in both Spanish and English.

Prepares Students for State Assessments
Comprehensive lessons and content equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel on state assessments.

Accessible Content and Experience
Visual, auditory, and contextual features enhance the learning experience for every learner.
Skill-Building Content Modules
Designed for middle and high school students, activities include analysis, summarization, and research to deepen understanding.

Enhancing U.S. History Instruction with Professional Learning
Support your implementation with expert-led professional learning. Explore practical strategies, model lessons, and tools for success, designed for Mississippi educators.
Getting Started with The Story of America
Mississippi districts and schools can sign up today to implement these resources at no cost. Complete the following form, and we’ll contact you.