What Is History Through Story?
History Through Story is a literature-based history curriculum built around the beloved American Girl historical characters. Each unit uses one character’s story as a springboard to explore the real people, places, and events of that time period with care, depth, and age-appropriate activities.
The Vision: A 3-Year American History Program
I am designing this curriculum as a flexible three-year program. Each year will consist of six American Girl historical characters covering key time periods and cultural perspectives. It is designed to be flexible — you can use it as a full American History program or choose individual units or aspects of American history on which to focus.
Year 1 – Foundations of American History
Kaya and the Nez Perce: A Window into 18th Century Indigenous America
Felicity and Colonial America: Life on the Edge of Revolution (Launching Summer 2025)
Caroline and the War of 1812: Courage on the Great Lakes (Launching Summer 2025)
Josefina and the Mexican Southwest: Life on a Rancho in 1820s New Mexico (Launching Late Fall 2025)
Cécile, Marie-Grace, and the Yellow Fever Epidemic: Life in 1850s New Orleans (Launching Late Fall 2025/Early Winter 2026)
Kirsten and the Westward Journey: A Glimpse into Pioneer America (Launching Late Fall 2025/Early Winter 2026)
