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Lesson Plan Reviews
Through the lens of documents concerning the Iran-Contra Affair, this lesson [...] »
What were the consequences of and motivations for Japanese American removal [...] »
English Language Learners
Learn about SQ3R, a note-taking system for English Language Learners to help [...] »
Explore the music of Spanish-speaking residents of rural Northern New Mexico [...] »
Teaching Guides
This guide consists of curated primary and secondary sources to help [...] »
Help students understand recent immigration history by exploring photographs [...] »
Looking for ways to use fiction in your elementary history curriculum? Read [...] »
A pen or pencil in your student's hand is an excellent tool for teaching [...] »
Help students understand the how religious beliefs shaped Americans' [...] »
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