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Spotlight on Elementary Education
History has been shaped and influenced by the out come of ancient trials—such as the Trial of Socrates in 399B.C.—to Rosenberg Trial in the 1950s. This site offers a comprehensive look at 50 prominent court trials throughout history and its resources can be used to give young learners an introduction to the history of the modern judicial system.
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The Leonard Bernstein Collection, ca.1920-1989 
An extensive collection of primary resources concerning renowned composer [...] »
Dickinson Electronic Archives 
Learn about Dickinson's family through their own writings and wider critical [...] »
Public Papers of the Presidency 
From Herbert Hoover to George W. Bush—discover the public messages, [...] »
History Quiz
Test your history knowledge
The Ice Cream Wars 
Was there conflict in the past over one of our favorite summer treats?
[...] »To the Source! 
Where do historians turn for historical evidence?
[...] »Classroom Glory 
Does the movie "Glory" depict historical accuracy or wholesale fiction?
[...] »Beyond the Textbook
Question textbook narratives
The Modern Civil Rights Movement: A River of Purposeful Anger 
Textbooks are silent about defining race and racism, even though the modern [...] »
Causing the Civil War 
Did King Cotton cause the Civil War? Or should you look further?
[...] »Women's Reform Movement 
The Seneca Falls Declaration of Sentiments in 1848 reflected the voices of [...] »
National Resources
Federal teaching resources
Federal Trade Commission 
Keeping businesses on the straight and narrow. Discover more about the [...] »
National Institute for Literacy 
Do you have struggling readers in your class? Try incorporating literacy [...] »
U.S. Postal Service 
Come rain or shine, the mail must go through, bringing information and [...] »
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Native American Customs of Childbirth 
Native American women restricted their activity and took care with their [...] »