Opium, textiles, spices, and trade mark the beginning of part two in this six-part series. The British Raj conquered India through profit and Imperialism. But, in this episode viewers will also learn that some British fell in love with...

Part one of this six-part series that concludes the larger series, The Story of India, and introduces viewers to the next wave of invaders, the British. Viewers will see India's rise to freedom, democracy, and an open path. This series...

How do cultural and historical background impact thought? To explore this essential question, class members view of portion of the film, The Passage to India, read an excerpt from The Magician’s Nephew, and Nissim Ezekiel’s poem, "In...

What obstacles did India face during their post-colonial formation after gaining independence? Topics discussed in the lesson include Pakistan's conflict over Kashmir, the Indian Constitution, economic development, and the influence of...

How much can one country take? The revolution this time is that of the year 1857 in which Muslims and Hindus join forces against British power. Called the Indian mutiny, this fight for freedom unparalleled anything western colonists had...

How did British imperialism and colonization impact India? Uncover how India was considered to be Britain's most valuable colony, how Europe's Industrial Revolution affected India, and the beginnings of the East India Company. A short,...

An amazing PowerPoint on the decolonization of Africa, India, and Latin America. As each nation fought for independence, changes occurred economically, socially, and politically. Each of these changes are outlined in a thorough and...

Introduce the class to the music of India. They'll discover three main types of music Raga, Tala, and Kriti. Cultural context and a description of basic Indian instruments is also provided. 

In need of an easy way to review the events leading up to and just after the Sepoy Mutiny? The Raj, social class system, the causes and effects of Sepoy Mutiny are briefly covered in this slide show. Two great assignments are also included.

Read the provided passage on the impact of British colonialism then complete the assignment. The class reads two paragraphs and then creates a t-chart showing the pros and cons of British imperialism in India.

WWII led to a collapse in colonial empires Europe had created prior to the turn of the century. Budding historians examine the fall of Imperialism through expository writing. They compose three responses that discuss the role of the...

In this world history worksheet, students complete the graphic organizer by summarizing the significance of each of the 7 people or events to British colonialism in India.

In this Asian studies instructional activity, students read the noted pages in their textbooks and then respond to 12 short answer questions about Southeast Asia, World War II, Gandhi, India, and Pakistan.

Students examine the factors dividing colonial India. They examine the motives of the colonizers. They research colonial India. They participate in a debate on major controversies surrounding the revolt in colonial India.

Read a short excerpt from a primary source to answer 1 critical-thinking question. Then, locate Bangladesh, Pakistani Kashmir, and Indian Kashmir on a map to help answer an inference question.

Tenth graders learn how the differences between Indian and British cultural perspectives, as seen in works of art. Students participate in discussion of the differences in how individuals are viewes by others.

In this world history worksheet, middle schoolers explore the causes and effects of 6 events pertaining to imperialism in India. Students explain why the British viewed India as the "jewel in the crown."

Students analyze the impact of Tea Act in the colonies. In this colonial America lesson plan, students listen to their instructor present a lecture regarding the Tea Act, Samuel Adams's execution of the Boston Tea Party, and British...

Fifth graders watch videos, read poems, debate, and more about the Stamp Act of 1765. For this Stamp Act lesson plan, 5th graders relate to the colonists in the time of taxation.

Young scholars discover the philosophies of Karl Marx and Mahatma Gandhi and investigate their theories on communities.  In this philosophy lesson, students research Karl Marx's ideas about returning power of a civilization to the...

Pupils participate in a role-play activity. They examine the factors dividing colonial India. They examine how the British raj contributed to the formation of Indian nationalism.

"Rikki-Tikki-Tavi," from The Jungle Book, offers young readers a chance to examine how Rudyard Kipling uses setting and personification to bring to life the brave mongoose who battles cobras to protect his family. Class members explore...

Students research how and why different parts of the world were colonized, considering the pros and cons for both the rulers and the ruled.

Here is part two of this terrific four-part series on the American Revolutionary War. Concepts covered include trade and the British Empire, the debt from the Seven Years' War, Colonial interests in trade in the East India Company, the...