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Did the Chinese discover America before Columbus? How would or does this [...] »
Learn about the experiences of immigrants detained at Angel Island and how [...] »
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Explore mysteries in Canadian history in both French and English.
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Discover how to teach English learners history and historical thinking.
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Help students understand the events of 9/11 and how such events are [...] »
Searching for new, exciting ways to engage your students in the classroom? [...] »
Help students understand the how policy and structural forces have shaped [...] »
To engage with a source, ask, "What do I know, what do I want [...] »
Looking for ways to use fiction in your elementary history curriculum? Read [...] »
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