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History is made by those who are unafraid to push the envelope and redefine the society in which they live. Encourage your students to examine the men and women who worked to make America what it is today with this creative activity. FIND OUT MORE »
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The Short-Handled Hoe 
History is imbedded in the smallest objects. In this lesson, students [...] »
The Road to Pearl Harbor 
Explore the rise of animosity between the U.S. and Japan through primary [...] »
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Explore materials on the Latino experience in New York from 1861 to the [...] »
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Native Women and Suffrage - Beyond the 19th Amendment: A Guide for Pre-Service Teachers 
Using primary sources from the Library of Congress, help students reconsider [...] »
Religion and the Civil War: A Guide for Pre-Service Teachers 
Help students understand the how religious beliefs shaped Americans' [...] »
History of Education and Indigenous Americans: A Guide for Pre-Service Teachers 
Help students reflect on the purpose of learning history and of education in [...] »
1916 Children's Code of Morality: A Guide for Pre-Service Teachers 
Primary sources from the Library of Congress help students explore a [...] »
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Tips and Tricks for Using Graphic Organizers 
Graphic organizers can be tricky. Check out these tips on how to keep them [...] »