Focus on Film
Transform film from a source of entertainment to a piece of historical evidence.
The Conspirator in the Classroom
With the new film, The Conspirator, out in theaters, here are a few resources to help you explore the story of Mary Surratt and America’s first presidential assassination.
Media Analysis Tools
These worksheets from the Library of Congress help students analyze primary sources.
Document Analysis Worksheets
Find the National Archive’s worksheets for analyzing a variety of primary sources.
Making Sense of American Popular Songs
Don’t overlook song as a way of understanding the past.
Making Sense of Films
Work with early twentieth-century film as historical evidence. What questions do you need to ask?