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April is National Poetry Month, 30 days of celebrating the joy, expressiveness, and pure delight of poetry. Learn more about the National Poetry Month, get to know some … learn more

National Parks Conservation Association. Women comprise more than half of the population and make history virtually everywhere. Yet, only eight U.S. national park sites specifically commemorate some aspect … learn more

The beautiful and unparalleled bond of love shared between kids and mothers is honored and celebrated on Mother’s Day

NVTA Certification Being a great teacher in the classroom is an amazing accomplishment. Learning how to do it both in-person and online allows you to really push the … learn more

Each year on the third Monday of January we observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day and reflect on the work that still needs to be done for racial … learn more

Math and reading scores for students across the country are down following years of disrupted learning during the pandemic. On Monday, the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), … learn more

Empowering people to create a just and compassionate future by exploring, preserving, and sharing the complexity of our past. We collect artifacts of all kinds—from gowns to locomotives—to … learn more

Learn about the world of air and space through stories, objects, videos, and virtual programs.

The diverse collections of the National Museum of American History reflect a wide variety of subjects relating to the history of the United States as well as the … learn more

The National WWII Museum is dedicated to providing materials you can use in your classroom to teach about the war. We offer free, primary-source driven lesson plans, image … learn more

Follow rangers on a journey to places most people never go. Follow National Park Rangers on a remarkable journey in these 360-degree videos.

National parks are America’s largest classrooms. Find lesson plans about these great places.

The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future … learn more

America’s Geologic Legacy Come and explore the world’s most magnificent rock collection—your National Parks. The science of geology will help you to better understand park scenery and Earth … learn more

As of March 2021, 65 women have flown in space. Of these, 38 have visited the International Space Station as long-duration expedition crewmembers, as visitors on space shuttle … learn more

National Standards in Teaching Personal Finance and Economics Ensuring economic and financial literacy standards are in place is the first step in fostering proper K-12 education.

NCSS is the umbrella professional organization for social studies teachers, including all the academic disciplines associated with history and social science. The site has been re-designed to include … learn more

NESTA’s purpose is the advancement, stimulation, extension, improvement, and coordination of Earth Science education at all educational levels. NESTA is an organization made up of and governed by … learn more

The International Literacy Association (ILA) is a professional organization with a mission of connecting research and practice to continuously improve the quality of literacy instruction across the globe.

Invasive Species: Resource Library was prepared by the US Office of Agriculture. Many new discoveries have been found to strengthen crop production.

The ALA’s international counterpart, the International Association of School Libraries, in contrast, contains information primarily of importance to its professional members, though a few links for online resources … learn more

ISTE, the International Society for Technology in Education, has developed matrices for implementing skills, standards, and activities into both teacher education methods courses and field experiences. Rather than … learn more

SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-4357 (HELP), TTY: 1-800-487-4889, is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance … learn more

NCREST works to advance education stakeholders’ understanding of the complex and challenging work of restructuring schools. They conduct research, foster connections, and share expertise, resources, and images that … learn more

The Environmental Protection Agency provides a number of free resources and guidelines for all age ranges from K thru 12.

NAGC is the nation’s leading organization focused on the needs of gifted and talented children. Dedicated to uplifting and empowering those who support children with advanced abilities, NAGC … learn more

John Uhler has assembled a list of all known U.S. National Park, National Monument, National Recreational Area, and National Seashore webcams available on the Internet. He also includes … learn more

Opportunities and resources from across NOAA for students, educators, and curious people everywhere. The NOAA Education Portal is your one-stop shop to connect with learning and teaching resources … learn more

Our Documents is a collaboration among many archive agencies to provide wider access to key U.S. History expressions of turning points. Often, texts include excerpts of these primary … learn more

NARA, the U.S. National Archives and Record Administration,now called just Archives, has just begun to display its holdings, almost all of which cannot be found elsewhere. For starters … learn more

NOVA’s Saving the National Treasures has launched a site to illustrate the efforts at preserving the PHYSICAL documents of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and Bill of … learn more

This section of the WWW Virtual Library system is a frequently updated Internet directory of over 2000 annotated links to high-quality English-language resources for a wide range of current international … learn more

Up-to-date information on regions within the US are posted at NOAA.

The Junior Ranger programs below are designed to encourage our young visitors to explore nature! Dive underwater, explore a cave, or look up at the night sky. There … learn more

At the Smithsonian National Zoo’s website, you can solve jigsaw puzzles and crossword puzzles, take a virtual world tour, send an e-card, and learn about animals and their … learn more

This site tracks and consolidates the latest news and advances. Includes special sections for students and educators. With the human genome sequence completed, scientists around the world have … learn more

Garden, home of the National Garden Association, contains K-12 curricula and information on topics such as grasses, fungi and butterfly gardens.

The International Science Teaching Foundation is a non-profit organization headquartered in London, United Kingdom. We are a global entity committed to the improvement of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, … learn more

A resource to help scientists and educators conduct learning experiences and communicate about astrobiology.   Resources   A collection of fun and interesting astrobiology-related resources.

The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum has a complete on-line collection of planes (and space craft) with pictures and descriptions of over 356 aircraft. For a details … learn more

We update our library of free sample lessons regularly to help teachers while school system leaders consider how to partner with NMSI. We’re also grateful to our incredible … learn more

Lawrence Livermore National Lab has programs for both teachers and students. The Teacher Research Academy is a professional development program where middle school, high school, and community college … learn more

The U.S. Department of Education tracks a number of international collaboration projects. Find current information using this link.

Nonfiction reading is both powerful and essential for students of all ages. It’s also been historically underrepresented in elementary classrooms, according to research reviewed by the National Council of … learn more

Every year, the United Nations recognizes April 22nd as International Mother Earth Day. It is a day we can all participate in making our air clean, our water … learn more

Celebrated every March since 1987, National Women’s History Month is an opportunity to honor women’s contributions to society, culture, and history. Kids of all ages and genders can … learn more

US National Science Foundation. On April 8th, a total solar eclipse will be visible across North America. Join us for a day of educational activities and safe solar … learn more

In this original story from the National Air and Space Museum, three friends get ready to watch a solar eclipse. They make eclipse viewers and learn about what … learn more

Kids love crafts (and many grown-ups do too). Sites like Pinterest are full of craft ideas for kids, but sometimes you don’t feel like wading through all of … learn more

It’s time to break out the confetti and strike up the band because it’s National Library Week, April 7-13! Let’s give a round of applause to those magical … learn more

National Wildlife Federation. Join our “wildlife watch” for an exciting look into the ways wildlife behave in their habitats across America. Through live wildlife cams and fun animal … learn more

Sharing poetry in the classroom can spark so many awesome class conversations, whether you’re tackling required standards, celebrating National Poetry Month in April, or just enjoying poetry as … learn more

The National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF) is the nation’s leading organization in lifelong environmental learning, creating opportunities for people to experience and learn about the environment in ways … learn more

Connecting National Poetry Month and Earth Day can be fun, engaging, and inspiring for high school students. This Earth Day, try infusing environmental advocacy with poetry, which can … learn more

St. Patrick’s Day is a cultural and religious holiday held annually on March 17. Named after the patron saint of Ireland, Saint Patrick, the day celebrates Irish heritage with … learn more

Education.com  Teaching is one of the most challenging and complex jobs on the planet. Our digital resources, tools, and learning materials are developed by educational experts to incorporate … learn more

This month brings us both National Reading Month and March Madness, and to celebrate, we created this free book bracket template bundle featuring four different brackets plus a … learn more

Poet Langston Hughes (1901-1967) was one of the most influential voices of the Harlem Renaissance. This movement brought national (and international) attention to the voices of Black artists, writers, and musicians. … learn more

Women’s History Month is a chance to honor the contributions of women in history and shine a spotlight on their lasting impacts on today’s society. Celebrating women during National … learn more

Greater global awareness of mathematical sciences are vital to addressing challenges in areas such as artificial intelligence, climate change, energy and sustainable development, and to improving the quality … learn more

March is Women’s History Month, coinciding with International Women’s Day on March 8. It’s a time to recognize the achievements of remarkable women from around the globe throughout history. This … learn more

Use this packet for Women’s History Month, International Women’s Day, or any time of the year, to help your middle school students learn about the achievements of five … learn more

The third Monday in February is just around the corner, and more than likely you’re on the hunt for some engaging Presidents’ Day activities for your students. The … learn more

International Women’s Day has been commemorated across the world on March 8th since 1911 and every U.S. President has marked March as Women’s History Month since 1995. While the right … learn more

March is Women’s History Month The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution … learn more

Abraham Lincoln is largely considered one of the greatest presidents this country has ever seen. In Abraham Lincoln for Kids, you will learn so many wonderful things about … learn more

Explore Ford’s Theatre National Historic Site and learn about Lincoln’s assassination and the aftermath.

Watch cast members from the National Theater’s production of Romeo and Juliet attempt to summarize the play in 60-seconds! Use this video as a challenge to students to … learn more

At the end of each calendar year, the Share My Lesson team loves to take a peek behind the curtains to see which resources our members used the … learn more

Located among our national monuments to freedom on the National Mall, the Museum provides a powerful lesson in the fragility of freedom, the myth of progress, and the … learn more

Space-based science is supporting our nation’s goals in education. Space Station Explorers is a community of educators, learners, and organizations that make STEM learning fun and exciting through … learn more

Space exploration has fascinated the world for many years. Only a few have taken the brave journey to venture outside our atmosphere. Here is a list of famous … learn more

National Council for History Education (NCHE) is pleased to share this curated list of resources gathered to support our programs focused on the history of space exploration. Assembled … learn more

On August 18, 1920, women won the right to vote with the ratification of the 19th Amendment. To commemorate this anniversary, the National Archives hosted a conversation with … learn more

On this date in 1863, President Abraham Lincoln delivered his famous Gettysburg Address at the dedication of the Soldiers’ National Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Speech given by Abraham Lincoln … learn more

Join host John Green to learn about World War I and the confusion surrounding its beginning. You’ll learn about Franz Ferdinand, Gavrilo Pincep, the Black Hand, and why … learn more

In the History Simulation lesson activities, your students are assigned roles as world leaders and given objectives that mirror the national interests of those countries. Guided by these … learn more

National Museum of the American Indian. Transforming teaching and learningabout Native Americans. Share more about Native Peoples’ vibrant, ongoing traditions and diverse cultures throughout the year with the … learn more

Math is one of those subjects that elicits strong emotions from educators because when most of us today were in school, it was all about getting the right … learn more

THE FUEL UP LEARNING PLAN FOR EDUCATORS. As an Educator, you have a lot on your plate and it’s not easy finding materials focusing on STEM, agriculture and … learn more

All FTE lessons are correlated to the National Voluntary Content Standards in Economics and to each states’ standards. Our searchable interface facilitates alignment of lesson content and activities … learn more

NAMLE envisions a day when everyone, in our nation and around the world, possesses the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, create, and act using all forms of communication. Media literacy … learn more

Smithsonian’s National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute. Conservation Classroom is a collection of monthly lessons for K-5 students. Each lesson has four elements: wonder, engage, act and connect. … learn more

From Smithsonian’s National Zoo’s Conservation Biology Institute, Conservation Classroom is a collection of lessons for K–5 students that include live virtual programs each month, from September through May. Each lesson has four elements: Wonder (preprogram videos that introduce the monthly … learn more

Veterans Day honors those who have served in the armed forces and soldiers who lost their lives in the country’s wars. In the U.S., the national holiday is commemorated … learn more

This website has been produced by the Geological Society of London in partnership with University Geoscience UK, and the content therefore focuses on the UK education system, university system … learn more

Share My Lesson is your go-to resource for indigenous peoples and Native American lesson plans with this free PreK-12 collection of resources. November is National Native American Heritage Month, and … learn more

Children’s literature, movies, and other media often perpetuate generalized stereotypes, whether positive or negative, in their representations of Native American peoples. Teaching children about the First Americans in … learn more

We are both college graduates with multiple degrees in history, geography, language arts, and education. Before Mr. Donn was a teacher, he was in the Navy in military … learn more

Hispanics and Latinos have strongly influenced US culture since before the nation’s founding. National Hispanic Heritage Month traditionally honors the cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans. These … learn more

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with these activities exploring Hispanic and Latino culture through art, music, and language — perfect for Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade. Help younger … learn more

October is National Bullying Prevention Month! Chatting with friends online can be loads of fun. But sometimes, being able to hide behind a screen can embolden people to … learn more

Books, lesson plans, and activities to help make this the best year yet. DK Learning’s free lesson plans are curriculum-aligned resources that offer visual and engaging content at … learn more

Each October, we celebrate World Teachers Day. But what exactly is this holiday, and how is it different from Teacher Appreciation Day? Learn all about this special day, … learn more

Inspire. Engage. Educate. Employ. The Next Generation of Explorers. A list of lesson plans and activities are provided. K-12 educators are invited to explore more STEM resources. The … learn more

Oodles of FREE fun music & movement videos! With combined backgrounds and degrees in early childhood education, child development and music, this trio, has achieved international stature as … learn more