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Relive the dream of the women's vote through roleplay or interfacing with [...] »
Examining changes in early American homes helps interpret the past. It [...] »
English Language Learners
A shift in writing is required, often using new language tools, when making [...] »
Use the three P’s (Preparation, Purpose, and Proficiency) to provide [...] »
Teaching Guides
Classroom discussions need not be argumentative and unproductive. Discover a [...] »
Help students understand the how religious beliefs shaped Americans' [...] »
Using the premise of a mystery, elementary students act as history [...] »
Help your elementary school students get more out of historical biographies [...] »
Hypothesize, test, and acknowledge how sources form different "pictures of [...] »
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Looking for history right where you are. You'd be surprised how inspiring [...] »