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Founders and the Constitution
Who were the Founders of the United States of America? Introduce students to twenty-four individuals who had a direct impact on the founding of our constitutional government. Explore… learn more
Free 21st Century Timeline Poster for Your Classroom: Great Moments of the 2000s!
Get a poster, lesson plans, and a free magazine delivered to your classroom! The Week Junior is excited to offer a special giveaway that will bring history to… learn more
iCivics: Explore the Resource Library K-5
Access lesson plans and LMS tools to seamlessly integrate iCivics into your curriculum. Play games, watch videos, and complete class assignments. learn more
iCivics Education: Using iCivics Resources
From grab-and-go lessons to year-long curriculum, our resources engage students with complex concepts in ways they can understand and relate to. To get started, we recommend exploring our… learn more
iCivics Education
Nobody does social studies like iCivics. Whether it’s civics, government, or U.S. History, we’re fearless about creating dynamic learning experiences. From educational games and short-form, just-in-time materials to… learn more
Social Studies Curriculum and Literacy Resources
Strengthen literacy skills while expanding social studies knowledge with our elementary social studies curriculum. Packed with over 1,000 resources in printable, projectable, and assignable formats, this curriculum covers… learn more
Supreme Court Historical Society
Classroom Resources for Teachers & Students The Supreme Court Historical Society is a private non-profit organization, incorporated in the District of Columbia in 1974. The Society is dedicated… learn more
Lesson Plan: 2023-2024 Supreme Court Oral Arguments
Supreme Court Oral Arguments C-SPAN Classroom. The justices of the Supreme Court discuss the process and importance of the oral arguments during a Supreme Court case. learn more
Constituting America: Constitutional Lesson Plans
The mission is to teach students across America about the nonpartisan relevancy of the U.S. Constitution and the principles of self-governance inherent in our founding documents. Also, check… learn more
Lesson Plan: 2024 Presidential Candidates on the Issues
Welcome to C-SPAN Classroom's Lesson Plans! This section of the website is designed to enhance social studies curriculums by providing teachers with structured lesson plans that examine a… learn more
Bill of Rights Institute: Presidents and the Constitution
What are the powers delegated to the Executive Branch and how have constitutional principles have applied throughout U.S. History? Examine these questions with your students and equip them… learn more
The Supreme Court: Lesson Plans and Resources
Americans have looked to the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) as the moral conscience of the nation since it was established by the founding fathers in… learn more
Campaign 2024
This website provides C-SPAN Classroom video resources explaining the various aspects of the election process for candidates vying to become the next President of the United States. Separated into various… learn more
History U
The Gilder Lehrman Institute’s History U offers free, self-paced courses in American history to high school students. These courses, led by the nation’s top historians, are drawn from… learn more
Asian American & Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander Heritage Lesson Plans
Why should we teach students about Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) heritage? These lessons and resources for educators and parents provide an opportunity to share… learn more
PBS LearningMedia: Our Shared Differences
Help students understand that each person’s unique life experiences shape their values, interests, and choices. Through exploring their own and each other’s differences, students will recognize how diversity… learn more
Women's History Month Lesson Plans and Resources
Use these timely preK-12 lesson plans and class activities to incorporate key figures and historical events in your Women’s History lesson planning throughout the year. This Share My Lesson collection… learn more
Teaching the Rule of Law and Law Day
Did you know, annually, the United States recognizes May 1 as Law Day? Law Day was established in 1958 by President Dwight D. Eisenhower after the American Bar… learn more
Best Free Thanksgiving Lessons and Activities
One of the most beloved American holidays, Thanksgiving is celebrated by people of all religions and backgrounds. While some of the following Thanksgiving lessons, activities, and games include… learn more
Hispanic Heritage Month Activities and Lesson Plans
Share My Lesson. Hispanic Heritage Month, recognized from September 15 to October 15, is more than a celebration of Hispanic and Latino culture. It's an opportunity to educate,… learn more
Presidents Day Lesson Plans and Resources
What is there to know about Presidents Day? Also referred to as Washington’s Birthday, there is a colorful history behind the holiday that provides for a long weekend every… learn more
Celebration, Conflict & Contemplation: Digital Thanksgiving Activities & Lesson Plans for Students
Take students on a historical journey with our free pre-K12 Thanksgiving activities and resources for use in distance or hybrid learning classrooms. learn more
American Revolution Socratic Seminar
Students will conduct a Socratic Seminar, using Revolution Era documents to better understand the people, ideas, decisions and events of the War for Independence, as well as to… learn more
Elevate Indigenous voices during Indigenous Heritage Month
In November, we celebrate Indigenous Heritage Month at Microsoft, a time to recognize and honor the rich histories and cultures of Indigenous peoples. With inclusive activities from Minecraft Education and… learn more
C-Span: Campaign 2024
Videos, lesson plans, bellringers, and other resources on the 2024 Presidential Campaign. learn more
Martin Luther King Jr. Lesson Plans and Resources: Understanding a Life and Legacy
Martin Luther King Jr Activities and Lessons for a New Generation “The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character – that… learn more
Black History Lesson Plans and Resources
Teaching about Black History is an essential and important part of any history curriculum and an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the contributions and accomplishments of Black people… learn more
Veterans Day Activities and Lesson Plans
Veterans Day is a time to honor the men and women who have served in our armed forces. To help teachers bring the importance of this day into… learn more
Election Results Tracker
Election Results Tracker activity helps students monitor the election results with a map and Electoral College vote counter. Learning Objectives Track state election results Monitor the media’s election… learn more
2024 Election Lesson Plans and Teaching Resources
for the 2024 elections, educators have a unique opportunity to bring this process to life, delving into current events, voter issues, and the intricate workings of our electoral… learn more
Civics Education for Digital Citizens
MyCivicsLife is a free, educational social media tool that prepares middle-level students to be responsible citizens in the digital age -- in a safe and engaging practice space!… learn more
Women's Suffrage & Equal Rights: Free Lesson Plans & Resources
Women's Suffrage and the Transformation of Society Born from the powerful, unwavering momentum of hundreds of women who first convened a women’s rights convention in Seneca Falls, New York,… learn more
Foundations of Democracy and Government: Lessons and Resources
Ever wondered about the perfect way to introduce your students to the intriguing world of democracy? Well, Share My Lesson has you covered! Dive into our special collection… learn more
Bill of Rights Institute: Elementary Lesson Plans
BRI Jr. resources are primary source-based, inquiry-driven lessons that focus on content-area literacy instruction and performance-based assessments. Using a modular design, including Lexiled readings and video components, they… learn more
Bill of Rights Institute: Middle School Resources
Each resource contains full lesson plans, essays, activities, teacher support materials, and student comprehension questions. Along with scaffolded primary sources and vocabulary lists. learn more
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
Through narratives, primary sources, and point-counter-point debates, students will gain insights into the nature of the American experiment – the ongoing quest for a more perfect union. Containing… learn more
Constitution Day Activities and Lesson Plans
The American Federation of Teachers’ Share My Lesson is a free, award-winning community-based site that brings together educators, parents and caregivers, paraprofessionals and school-related personnel, specialized instructional support… learn more
Columbus Day Lesson Plans, Activities, and Teaching Resources
Teach your students about the history of Columbus Day with TeacherVision’s cross-curricular resources, printables, and Columbus Day lesson plans! Columbus Day occurs on the second Monday in October.… learn more
Center for Civic Education: Voting & Elections
Tuesday, November 5, 2024, marks Election Day in the U.S. During this election season, voters across the country will cast their ballots for various federal, state, and local… learn more
PBS LearningMedia: Election Central
Voting and elections are an essential part of democracy. Keep up with election news, study the history and process of elections, learn about voting rights, and engage in… learn more
Presidential Election Lesson Plans
Dive in with ready-to-use lesson plans for high school and middle school classrooms that consist of readings, vocabulary development, graphic organizers, and active participation opportunities. learn more
History Central
The Best Source of American and World History. This is Historycentral's Teachers Resource Center. Our goal is to provide resources including lesson plans, teachers guides . learn more
Christmas Around the World Activities For Your Classroom
Have you decided to do a Christmas around-the-world unit with your class? Are you looking for Christmas around the world activities for your upper elementary school classroom? If… learn more
Texas Archive: Reliable Digital Content for Educators
Our collection provides access to primary and secondary source films relating to Texas, U.S., and World History, as well as free lesson plans aligned with Texas teaching standards… learn more
iCivics: Government & the Market
In this unit, students learn about the relationship between the government and the economy. Starting with the basics of the market economy, students learn about government regulations on… learn more
iCivics: Public Policy
In this unit, students learn what public policy is and who creates, implements, and influences it. Through case studies, scenarios, and possible role-playing, students discover how difficult it… learn more
iCivics: Election Headquarters Teaching Resources
State and Local Election Resources. Use these curated, non-partisan teaching resources to help students to learn about state and local election processes, understand the power of their vote,… learn more
iCivics Lesson Plans for Teachers
Founded by Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, iCivics re-imagines civic education for American democracy. With iCivics, nearly 10 million students learn about our government, the rule of law, and… learn more
History for Humans
History For Humans is devoted to creating engaging video-based history lessons that interest and challenge students to think deeply about the past and its importance today. learn more
Mr. Dowling: Browse through History
Engaging History Lessons - Interactive Quizzes - Free Downloads. Take whatever you need. The study guides, homework assignments and exams that are free and available for you to… learn more
iCivics: Separate and Sovereign
Tribal Land Rights Lesson Plan. The relationship between Native nations and the U.S. federal government is important to understand. This mini-lesson provides an overview of tribal sovereignty from… learn more
High School Government Resources
Build a foundational understanding of the constitutional system of United States government and how the system evolved over the course of U.S. History. Each resource contains full lesson… learn more
High School United States History Resources
Share the story of the United States from its earliest days to the present. Each resource contains full lesson plans, essays, activities, teacher support materials and student comprehension… learn more
C-Span Classroom: Lesson Plan: Reflections on September 11, 2001
This lesson plan showcases reflections on the tragedy from President George W. Bush, Secretary Donald Rumsfeld, and Senator Chuck Schumer. learn more
5 Themes of Geography
To make geography easier to use and to make it more useful, geography is divided into five themes - location, place, human-environment interaction, region, and movement. Geography In… learn more
Celebrate Latinx History
Google Applied Digital Skills. Use these lessons to explore the importance of Latinx history, express your identity, and celebrate the contributions made by the Latinx community during Hispanic… learn more
25 Great Lesson Plans for Constitution Day
Any of the following 25 lesson plans would provide an excellent entry point into a classroom discussion about the significance of the U.S. Constitution and the rights that… learn more
African American History Month – Teacher Resources
The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution and United States Holocaust Memorial… learn more
Museum of the American Revolution: Mini Lesson Plans
The Museum of the American Revolution offers a growing list of free, downloadable lesson plans that explore topics including the role of museums, types of revolutions, and the people, causes,… learn more
iCivics: The Road to Civil Rights
Explore with students the methods Dr. King and other leaders used to advance civil rights. Students will learn about opposition to the movement, and identify how it took… learn more
iCivics: Government & the Economy
This lesson uses the topic of cell phone service to illustrate how government and the economy are related. Students learn the difference between market, command, and mixed economies.… learn more
TPT: Students of History
Teachers Pay Teachers. Empowering teachers with content, tools, and community to teach at their best. Offers unit topics or full curriculum in US History, World History, and Government… learn more
iCivics: How Did Laws, Courts, and People Impact Civil Rights in the Late 1800s?
Everyone deserves to be treated equally. But how can people make sure that happens? In this inquiry-based unit, students will explain how Amendments to the Constitution attempted to… learn more
Lesson Plans for American History & Literature
America in Class® Lessons are tailored to meet Common Core and state curriculum standards. The Lessons present challenging primary resources in a classroom-ready format, with background information and strategies that enable teachers… learn more
LessonPlanet: Wagons Ho! Hard Times! Hard Choices!
Here is a ten-day unit covering westward expansion, pioneer life, and the Oregon Trail. Activities include baking, model building, role-play, newspaper writing, science experiments, and so much more!… learn more
Izzit
Entertaining & educational videos come with tons of additional resources — Teacher's Guide, activities, quizzes, and much more! We also offer Current Events lessons — two each school… learn more
Colonial Williamsburg: Educator Resource Library
The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation advances its mission — “that the future may learn from the past” — through educational programming, preservation and ongoing research. Williamsburg was the thriving… learn more
C-Span Classroom: Lesson Plan: The Bill of Rights
Students will learn about the individual rights that are included in the Bill of Rights and current issues relating to them. Students will use C-SPAN Classroom's Constitution Clips… learn more
C-Span Classroom Lesson Plans
Welcome to C-SPAN Classroom's Lesson Plans! This section of the website is designed to enhance social studies curriculums by providing teachers with structured lesson plans that examine a… learn more
Ancestry: Making Connections Between the Past & Present
Ancestry® has a long-term commitment to education, and proud to assist educators and parents with their focus on finding new and unique curriculum topics and to foster more… learn more
CivicED Lesson Plans
The Center for Civic Education helps students develop (1) an increased understanding of the institutions of constitutional democracy and the fundamental principles and values upon which they are… learn more
The Kennedy Center: Indigenous Peoples of the Americas
Experience and honor cultures of the Indigenous peoples of the Americas through dance, music, literary, and visual arts. Watch Native Pride Dancers perform the eagle and hoop dances,… learn more
Civics Lesson Plans for Elementary Students
Free Civics Lesson Plans for Elementary Students It is never too early to teach our youngest citizens how to be civically engaged. This carefully curated collection of civic… learn more
Looking to the Past with Mary Jenkins Teaching Resources
Teaching Pay Teachers. Jenkins specializes in middle school ancient history materials and resources. Check out her free resources. learn more
Women & the American Story
Welcome to Women & the American Story! A digital curriculum for K-12 classrooms. Women & the American Story (WAMS) is designed with that in mind. The primary resources and… learn more
Hail to the Chief: Inauguration Lessons
Every four years on January 20, an important event occurs in the United States: A president takes the Oath of Office during an inauguration ceremony. Education World offers… learn more
EconEdLink-All Grades
EconEdLink is brought to you by the Council for Economic Education. CEE is the leading organization in the United States that focuses on the economic and financial education… learn more
Teacher Vision: Mini-Lessons
Mini-lessons promote easy, regular skill-building Teach your students smaller concepts with focused mini lessons; they will later be able to relate this smaller idea to a larger concept… learn more
Smithsonian's History Explorer: Lessons & Activities
Smithsonian's History Explorer was developed by the National Museum of American History in partnership with the Verizon Foundation to offer hundreds of free, innovative online resources for teaching… learn more
Global Game Changes
MY TALENT + MY HEART = MY SUPERPOWER!™ That’s the message that our students start with and hear every day. At Global Game Changers, we believe that rich… learn more
Thanksgiving Lesson Plans and Resources
Explore new ways to take your students on a historical journey this holiday season and help them discover the meaning of Thanksgiving. Share My Lesson’s curated collections of… learn more
Docs Teach: Bring History to Life
DocsTeach is a product of the National Archives education division. Our mission is to engage, educate, and inspire all learners to discover and explore the records of the… learn more
PBS NewsHour Classroom: Lesson Plans
News for Students and Teacher Resources Grades 6-12. Classroom features daily news lessons based on PBS NewsHour, full-length video-based lesson plans. learn more
Indigenous Peoples Lesson Plans and Resources
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
17 Essential Lessons for Teaching the Holocaust
The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is dedicated to supporting educators who undertake this important work. The museum’s leading educators and historians have used their renowned collection of… learn more
Teaching Materials on the Holocaust
These Holocaust lesson plans introduce key concepts and information to middle school and high school students. Grounded in historical context, the lessons utilize primary source materials from the… learn more
Time Travel With AI: Enhance Learning in Social Studies
Combining artificial intelligence (AI) with social studies projects can revolutionize student engagement and deepen their understanding of historical events and influential figures. In this article, we will explore… learn more
History for Kids: Lesson Plans
Free history network for kids. My name is Stephen Byrne, I’m 14 years old (started the website when I was 12) I’m the creator of the History for… learn more
Evaluating Sources in a ‘Post-Truth’ World: Ideas for Teaching and Learning about Fake News
LessonPlanet. The framers of the United States Constitution felt a free press was so essential to a democracy that they granted the press the protection it needed to… learn more
Curipod Lesson Plan
This Curipod Lesson Plan is designed to help educators integrate the digital tool to support instruction. Curipod brings an exciting addition to the available presentation and slideshow digital… learn more
National Women's History Museum: Digital Classroom Resources
Explore classroom-ready resources created by the Museum and through the "For Educators, by Educators" initiative. There are lesson plans, biographies, posters, primary sources, and more. You can search… learn more
PBS LearningMedia: Separation of Powers | Civics 101
To protect the rights of the people—the Constitution says it takes three parts of the government to make or change a law or make other important decisions. This… learn more
Favorite Presidents' Day Printables Gallery, Grades K-8
Celebrate Presidents' Day this February with one or all of our favorite activities. There are printables, lesson plans, and more resources for you to enjoy with your class.… learn more
Women’s History in the United States
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
Lesson Plan: Civil War Portrait Photography
This lesson highlights the role and impact of portrait photography during and after the American Civil War. The lesson, which features the American Battlefield Trust's Melissa Winn speaking… learn more
Abraham Lincoln and Executive Power
The lesson, written by John J. Patrick, Professor Emeritus of Education at Indiana University, supplements the We the People: The Citizen & the Constitution text. It is designed to… learn more
Lesson Ideas for Abraham Lincoln
For Lincoln's birthday or any time of year, here are ideas to better acquaint students with the life, times, and work of the 16th president of the United… learn more
Abraham Lincoln: Man versus Legend
In this lesson, students interrogate their own assumptions about Abraham Lincoln in order to arrive at a deeper understanding of who Lincoln was. They investigate primary source documents… learn more
Teaching Lincoln’s Assassination and Legacy
Explore the life, leadership, death and legacy of Abraham Lincoln through primary sources and lesson plans developed by our education staff and master teachers. We offer ready-to-use history lesson… learn more
Abraham Lincoln's Presidential Library & Museum: Lesson Plans
Understanding the importance of educating about President Lincoln’s life and legacy, as well as the history of the great state of Illinois, ALPLM’s Education Department works hand-in-hand with… learn more
Best Lessons and Activities for Teaching Black History Month
The following are some of the best lessons and activities for teaching Black history. learn more
Guidelines for Teaching About the Holocaust
Teaching Holocaust history requires a high level of sensitivity and keen awareness of the complexity of the subject matter. The following guidelines reflect approaches appropriate for effective teaching… learn more
Overview of the Industrial Revolution Lesson
In this lesson, students will gain a chronological understanding of the Industrial Revolution. They will develop an awareness of the causes and the most significant effects of the… learn more
History Skills: Free High School History Lessons
Learn about the past in a way that suits you. Each lesson, you can choose how you learn: watch a documentary, engage with historical sources, research online or read high-quality… learn more
Texas Parks & Wildlife: Activities & Lessons
Texas Parks & Wildlife has a variety of in-person and on-demand resources for students in early childhood through 12th grade. learn more
World History Digital Education: Lesson Plan Library
Free Lesson Plans for Teachers WHDE offers a set of free resources for teachers to help students better understand Korea. The lesson plans cover a variety of topics… learn more
40 Black History Month Activities for February and Beyond
Black history is American history and needs to be embedded into your classroom experiences year-round. At the same time, Black History Month provides the necessary opportunity to dig… learn more
World History Encyclopedia: Teaching Materials
Free Lessons, Activities & More Our lessons come with a collection of supplementary materials and useful links on the subject, as well as downloadable handouts, assessments, keys and… learn more
Foundation for Teaching Economics: Teacher Resources
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
EDSITEment: Dr. King's Dream
In this lesson, students will learn about the life and work of civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr. Students will listen to a brief biography, view photographs… learn more
Martin Luther King Jr. and the Power of Words
A Lesson Plan for Grades 7–12. In this lesson, students have the opportunity to discuss how words have the power to bring about political, social, or economic change… learn more
Martin Luther King Jr. Online
MLK Speeches, Pictures, Quotes, Biography, Videos & More for Teachers, Students and Fans. Lesson Plans. learn more
Smithsonian Tween Tribune: Lesson Plans
Lesson Planning Made Easy The lesson plans refresh themselves with new stories, questions and quizzes posted everyday. Each also includes links to the Common Core standards that apply… learn more
C-Span Classroom: The Louisiana Purchase Lesson Plan
In 1803, Thomas Jefferson arranged for the purchase of the Louisiana Territory from Napoleon Bonaparte from France. This purchase was significant in terms of its size as well… learn more
History Hustle: American History Teacher Resources
American history teacher resources selected by History Hustle to assist history teachers with developing fun ways to teach history to their students and make the experience of learning… learn more
Liberty Nation: GenZ News for Kids
Liberty Nation GenZis an educational website for young Americans that seeks to give the next generation accurate and unbiased information on issues of the day. Our mission is… learn more
Black History Month Lessons & Resources
Bring African-American culture & history into your curriculum. Throughout the month of February, we come together to celebrate Black heritage, tradition, and achievement. learn more
Lesson Planet: Christmas Around the World
Christmas is celebrated in many different parts of the world. What better way to explore these celebrations than with a collection with allows for the learning of new… learn more
Marginal Revolution University: Economics
Economics has the power to change the way you see the world This is why we are on a mission to provide a world-class economics education to everyone,… learn more
Christmas Around the World Part 2
This lesson combines Music and Social Studies. Students will listen to and learn Christmas songs from around the world and analyze. Students will compare and contrast the different… learn more
Christmas Around the World Part 1
This lesson combines Visual Arts with Social Studies. Students will read about how Christmas is celebrated in different parts of the world and draw a scene depicting that… learn more
Izzit: Simply Civics Course
Welcome to Simply Civics, a free, rigorous civics course aimed at increasing and honing civics competency and facilitating an active and informed citizenry. It covers a foundational understanding of… learn more
Help Teaching: Online Self-Paced Social Studies Lessons
The social studies lessons are designed to help students learn geography, U.S. history, world history, and traits of government, as well as help students build the critical thinking… learn more
Bill of Rights Institute Lessons
Primary-source based, ready to use lesson plans for history, government, and civics classrooms learn more
Plimoth Patuxet: You are the Historian
Get transported to Patuxet, the pre-European homeland of the Wampanoag, and be immersed in a story of cultural change and persistence that spans 12,000 years. This Teacher Toolkit includes… learn more
History Teaching Institute: Lesson Plans
The History Teaching Institute (HTI) serves as the primary outreach unit of The Ohio State University History Department. We work with teachers to develop curriculum and to incorporate… learn more
History Simulations: Interactive Social Studies Games, Simulations & History Presentations
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
TeacherVision: Pilgrim Unit (7 lessons)
This unit will lead students towards an understanding of the Pilgrims and native people who inhabited the area of present-day Plymouth, Massachusetts in the 1620's. The main texts… learn more
Exploring Native American Agriculture Project-Based Learning Unit
A Historical Native American Agriculture Lesson and Community Citizenship Project Build background knowledge of the transition from hunting to farming, create and play a game of "Hunt and… learn more
How World War I Started | Crash Course World History
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
The Teacher's Corner: Thematic Units - Colonial America
You will find various Lesson Plans on the top portion of this page.. Further down, you will find Web Sites. We have a page of Books that you can order directly from Amazon.com! learn more
The Teacher's Corner: Thanksgiving Activities and Lesson Plans
The Thanksgiving pages will provide you with great activities and resources for this day of being thankful. Ideas within this section include: thematic units, easy craft ideas, bulletin… learn more
The Real Story of Thanksgiving: Project for High School
Thanksgiving is a good opportunity for reflection. This thought-provoking high school project encourages students to consider the well-known Thanksgiving story from a Native American perspective. It includes everything… learn more
National History Day: Teacher Resources
Classroom Tools. National History Day® (NHD) works with organizations to develop lessons and resources for teaching a variety of content areas. All NHD materials are developed by teachers for… learn more
GeoInquiries for US History-Map Based Activities
Experience the past with this collection that highlights critical map concepts in American history including the original 13 colonies, expansion, resettlement, World War I, World War II, and… learn more
SEVEN US MILITARY HISTORY TEACHING RESOURCES
With Veterans Day coming up on November 11, you might be looking for some great resources to teach US military history and give insight into the lives, work,… learn more
Native Knowledge 360
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
LESSON IDEAS FOR USING POLITICAL CARTOONS TO TEACH CIVICS
I can’t imagine teaching civics and government without political cartoons—they are essential to the subject. They make the best entry point for introducing concepts and diving deeper into diverse viewpoints on… learn more
Kids Discover Online: Free Lesson Plans
Nonfiction, at its Finest Enrich your science, social studies, and ELA curriculums with engaging, standards-aligned nonfiction texts, at 3 Reading Levels. With a specialty in science and social… learn more
C-Span Classroom Featured Resources
Below are collections of C-SPAN Classroom resources organized by various topics and themes. Additional C-SPAN Classroom resources can be found on the C-SPAN Classroom website. learn more
World History Encyclopedia Lessons & Teaching Materials
Teaching Materials. Free Lessons, Activities & More Our lessons come with a collection of supplementary materials and useful links on the subject, as well as downloadable handouts, assessments,… learn more
Mr. Donn's Free Geography Lesson Plans & Units
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
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History was founded in 1994 by Richard Gilder and Lewis E. Lehrman, visionaries and lifelong supporters of American history education. The Institute… learn more
Facing History: Lessons & Mini-Lessons
Feel prepared to discuss challenging current events or to explore pivotal periods in history with your students. Our lessons are written using Facing History’s unique pedagogical approach, with… learn more
The Huntington Collections
Explore lessons generated by teachers, for teachers and inspired by The Huntington's collections. The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens shares its world-renowned collections to support scholarship,… learn more
National History Day
Studying the past to inform the present and shape the future. Once a frontier is crossed, history changes. The National History Day® (NHD) 2023 contest theme invites the exploration… learn more
55+ Best Social Studies Websites for the Classroom
Social studies takes a look at the different branches of human society, and as we’ve navigated this global pandemic, we’ve watched a major moment in history unfold. Why… learn more
NewseumED: ED Collections
Browse 1,000s of Lesson Plans, Digital Artifacts, Videos, Historical Events, Interactives and Other EDTools. learn more
History with Mr. E
Engaging American & World History Lessons STUDENT-CENTERED UNITS. World and American History intrigue-based resources, crime scene investigations, debates, interactive notebooks, and primary source analysis place (and keep) students… learn more
iCivics: Infographic Library for Civics & Social Studies
For your convenience, we've assembled a library of the infographics that exist within other units. Use these infographics with your class to introduce students to a new civics topic,… learn more
Geography Revision
We have put together a full GCSE Geography curriculum that will give you all the teaching materials you need to teach any topic. Whether you’re a brand new Geography teacher,… learn more
Intro to Economics Unit Plan
Interactive Practice: Students play engaging interactives with real-time feedback. Real-World Examples: Incorporates real-life examples of economics concepts. Teacher Friendly: Easy-to-understand lesson plans, Google Slides for teaching, activities for… learn more
STEAMing into the Future: E-Learning Lessons
Steamship Historical Society of America. We share our archival resources through K – 12 STEAM education lessons. All lesson are 100% free to use and conform to education standards. Steamships… learn more
Kids Discover: August 2023 Lesson Ideas
As August unfolds, the air is filled with anticipation as teachers prepare to welcome a new group of students back to school. After a hopefully relaxing summer break,… learn more
PBS Learning Media: Elementary Social Studies
Discover exciting resources and methods for teaching social studies to students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Elementary Social Studies. Students can practice making inferences as they explore… learn more
PBS Learning Media: Social Studies Activities & Lessons
Explore the past and learn about the present with resources on government, history, economics, and more. learn more
TeacherVision: Science & Social Studies Mini-Lessons
Become an Instant Expert on Science and Social Studies topics featured in DK's award-winning reference series. Find motivational mini-lessons and the informational texts you need to reinforce key… learn more
PBS: World History Lesson Plans
World History is an expansive subject with topics including the Beginnings of Human society and Early Civilizations (4000 - 1000 BCE) to The World Since 1945. John Green's… learn more
Explore the World with these 15 Top EdTech Tools for Geography Teachers
Geography is a subject that is all about understanding the world around us. With the help of ICT (Information and Communication Technology) tools, geography teachers can make learning… learn more
Digital Civics Toolkit
The Digital Civics Toolkit is a collection of resources for educators to support youth to explore, recognize, and take seriously the civic potentials of digital life. The Toolkit… learn more
NewseumED: Lesson Plans
NewseumED.org offers free resources to cultivate the First Amendment and media literacy skills essential to civic life. Learn how to authenticate, analyze and evaluate information from a variety… learn more
Nearpod Lesson Plan
A Nearpod lesson plan designed to help educators implement the digital tool into their instruction. The comprehensive and interactive online platform Nearpod is an all-encompassing edtech tool that… learn more
American Battlefield: Resources for Educators
As a history teacher, you can make a big impression in leading young Americans to care about the history of the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and the Civil… learn more
Facing History & Ourselves: Resource Library
Find compelling classroom resources, learn new teaching methods, meet standards, and make a difference in the lives of your students. learn more
Facing History and Ourselves: Lessons & Mini-Lessons
We use lessons of the past to help us create a better future. Facing History & Ourselves uses lessons of history to challenge teachers and their students to… learn more
iCivics: Free Lesson Plans & Games
Remote Learning Toolkit For Educators. Explore our free, easy-to-use games and lesson plans (ideal for Google Classroom, Nearpod, and more!) that will help you prioritize civic learning and… learn more
Anniberg Classroom: Lesson Plans Archives
Most of these lessons are based on Annenberg Classroom videos. Teachers may contact info@annenbergclassroom.org to get the Teacher’s Key for the lesson plans. Teachers will also find lessons… learn more
EDSITEment: Lesson Plans
EDSITEment is a partnership between the National Endowment for the Humanities and the National Trust for the Humanities. EDSITEment offers free resources for teachers, students, and parents searching for high-quality K-12… learn more
TeacherVision: Instant Expert
Become an instant expert on science and social studies topics featured in DK's award-winning reference series. Find whiteboard-compatible mini-lessons and the reference material you need to reinforce key… learn more
Why did Phillis Wheatley Disappear
TED Talk In 1775, General George Washington received a poem from one of colonial America’s most famous writers. Its verses praised the burgeoning revolution, invoking the goddess of… learn more
Free Resources for World History, US History, & Civics!
Check out this free sample pack of over 30 pages of awesome social studies resources! Inside you'll find interactive notebook pages, digital Google Drive activities, primary and secondary source worksheets,… learn more
Resources for Educators and Students
The Educator's Toolkit The Texas Young Lawyers Association (TYLA) has several resources for educators and programs across all grade levels. The Educator’s Toolkit highlights the resources TYLA has… learn more