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A great way for students to learn more about the War of 1812 and our nation' [...] »
Help students think about where evidence for history comes from.
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Primary source analysis activities can help include English Language [...] »
Primary sources in both English and Spanish on the Spanish American War, [...] »
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A pen or pencil in your student's hand is an excellent tool for teaching [...] »
Help students reconsider the how the expansion of the United States from [...] »
Help students understand the how religious beliefs shaped Americans' [...] »
Documents are riddled with difficult vocabulary. Don't be afraid to adapt [...] »
Thesis statements form the backbone of history essays and DBQs.
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