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What Events Led to Lincoln's Assassination? 
Elementary students investigate the first presidential assassination and [...] »
Causation: The War of 1812 and the Star-Spangled Banner 
A great way for students to learn more about the War of 1812 and our nation' [...] »
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Using Primary Sources with English Language Learners 
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History of Higher Education: A Guide for Pre-Service Teachers 
Help students understand the different types of universities and colleges in [...] »
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 [...] »
Free Speech Teaching Guide 1: The Birth of the Modern First Amendment and How Oliver Wendell Holmes Changed His Mind 
This guide focuses on the history of free speech in one crucial year ( [...] »
What Is an "Inquiry Lesson"? 
Hypothesize, test, and acknowledge how sources form different "pictures of [...] »
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Challenging Gifted 10th Graders 
Explore tips on challenging gifted high school students, including resources [...] »