Teaching African American History: Do We Still Need a Black History Month?
Black History Month is as important now as when Carter Woodson first thought of it.
Thanksgiving: The Real Backstory
Historians dispute the date of the first Thanksgiving. Is there a definite time and place?
Teaching Native American History: I is for Inclusion
How can I tell good books about Indians from bad ones?
Teaching about Columbus Day: Mythbusters
Will the REAL Cristoforo Colombo please stand up.
Bookmark This! Teaching Mexican American History with the Bracero Program
A resource for bilingual (Spanish-English) materials for teaching 20th century American history.
Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 marks the independence day for five Latin American countries and the start of Hispanic Heritage Month in the United States.
When Did July 4 Become the Fourth of July?
Even Thomas Jefferson got his dates mixed up.
Resources: Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
The term Asian Pacific American covers millions of people, thousands of cultures, and dozens of countries.
Tonight's the Night: PBS Broadcasts We Shall Remain
Television well-worth watching.
Another Kind of American Idol
Explore the history of America’s most iconic image—the American flag. But remember: lip-syncing is not allowed!
Happy Presidents Day
What exactly is Presidents Day?
Remember the Ladies—But Not Just in March
Women’s history should be integral to the total narrative of American history.
Lincoln Bicentennial: A Teachable Moment (updated February 24)
An ongoing reference to exhibits, events, lectures, reenactments, ceremonies, and other tributes commemorating the significance of Lincoln’s life and his presidency during this 200th-year anniversary.
Objects and Memory: Making Sense of Catastrophe
What is it about a piece of paper, an ID card, or a teddy bear that evokes powerful memories?
Teaching about Memorial Day
Memorial Day is a day of remembrance. Materials for all classroom levels are plentiful.
March is Women's History Month
March is Women’s History Month and classroom resources and lesson plans abound.