This is a project-based history course that emphasizes investigation over memorization. Students will analyze historical events through case studies, build maps and timelines, create diagrams, compare civilizations, participate in debates and historical simulations, and complete four major unit projects throughout the year. Along the way, they will explore medieval culture through the code of chivalry, courtly etiquette, medieval-inspired language, and historical food experiences that provide a deeper understanding of daily life during the Middle Ages while asking why events happened, examining multiple perspectives, identifying cause-and-effect relationships, and making meaningful connections between the medieval world and modern society. Through research, discussion, collaboration, and hands-on projects, students will develop both historical knowledge and the critical thinking skills needed to engage with history on a deeper level.