World History Curriculum Companion

Episode 22: The Modern World

The modern era is known for recent technological advancements, global interconnectedness, and ongoing political and social transformations. But with progress also come ne

Episode 21: The Cold War Era

The decades after World War 2 were defined by the Cold War, a tense global standoff between the United States and the Soviet Union. This period also saw the dismantling o

Episode 20: World War 2 & the Holocaust

World War 2 was the most destructive conflict in history, involving nations across the globe. The war’s battles, alliances, and consequences reshaped the modern world. I

World War 1 & the Interwar Era

World War I was a devastating conflict that engulfed Europe and dragged in many other countries through a tangle of alliances. The war’s aftermath set the stage for even

Episode 18: The Age of Imperialism

During the Age of Imperialism, European nations expanded their empires across Africa, Asia, and the Americas. That expansion, however, came at a price of brutality and ex

Episode 17: The Industrial Revolution

  The Industrial Revolution transformed the world, bringing rapid technological advancements and major changes to daily life. But industrialization also led to harsh wor

Episode 16: Nationalism in Europe & Latin America

The 19th century was a time of sweeping change, as nationalist movements and revolutions reshaped Europe and Latin America. Inspired by Enlightenment ideals and a success

Episode 15: The French Revolution

The French Revolution was a turning point in world history, as the people of France rose up to overthrow the monarchy and reshape their society. But revolution also broug

Episode 14: The Age of Enlightenment

The Age of Enlightenment sparked a new way of thinking, challenging traditional authority and laying the foundation for modern democracy. With reason as their guide, Enli

Episode 13: Absolute Monarchs in Europe

During the era of absolutism, European monarchs ruled with unchecked power, claiming divine right and reshaping their nations. In this episode of The World History Curri

Episode 12: The Age of Exploration & Encounter

The Age of Exploration launched an era of global connections, trade, and conquest, forever changing the course of world history. But with discovery came conflict, exploit

Episode 11: The Protestant Reformation

The Protestant Reformation shattered religious unity in Europe and reshaped the course of history. In this episode of The World History Curriculum Companion, we explore t

Episode 10: The Renaissance

The Renaissance was a period of incredible creativity and intellectual growth that reshaped Europe and set the stage for the modern world. In this episode of The World Hi

Episode 9: Civilizations in Africa and the Americas

Across Africa and the Americas, powerful civilizations flourished long before European exploration. In this episode of The World History Curriculum Companion, we review t

Episode 8: Europe's Middle Ages

The Middle Ages in Europe was a time of knights and castles, but also of great turmoil and transformation. In this episode of The World History Curriculum Companion, we e

Episode 7: Classical Asia

From the powerful dynasties of China to the vast Mongol Empire, Classical Asia was home to some of the most influential civilizations in history. In this episode of The

Episode 5: The Byzantine Empire & Kievan Rus'

After the fall of the Western Roman Empire, a new empire rose in the east—one that would preserve Roman traditions, influence Christianity, and shape the development of E

Episode 6: Islamic Civilizations

In the 7th century, a new faith emerged in the Arabian Peninsula that would shape history for centuries to come. In this episode of The World History Curriculum Companion

Episode 4: Ancient Rome

What started as a small city on the banks of the Tiber River grew into one of the most powerful empires in history. In our next unit overview of our World History curricu

Episode 3: Ancient Greece

From the mountains to the sparkling Aegean Sea, the geography of Greece shaped its ancient civilizations like nowhere else. In this episode of the World History Curricul