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Lithograph, ...Jesse James, Donaldson Lith. Co., 188-?, Library of Congress

Wrestling bears, surly cowboys, vultures circling lone travelers. . . Find resources on American myth.

Tall Tales: The West as Legend

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Passport, Of Helga Rome, Signed 1937, JWA Commons, Flickr Commons

Vocabulary legends, guiding questions, and teamwork are all good solutions.

Bridging the Language Barrier

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photograph, Hand painted mural promoting the revolution in Havana Cuba, Jan 2010

NHD is a great way to get students to interact with history. KY teachers check this out!

National History Day in Kentucky

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Spotlight on Elementary Education

History is made by those who are unafraid to push the envelope and redefine the society in which they live. Encourage your students to examine the men and women who worked to make America what it is today with this creative activity. FIND OUT MORE »

Lesson Plan Reviews

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The Debate in the United States over the League of Nations

Documents and audio files explain the range of early political viewpoints on [...] »

Locate Yourself on a Map of the Americas

Young students locate themselves on a map and explore spatial relationships [...] »

English Language Learners

Instructional strategies and resources for ELL

Reframing English Language Development

Discover how to teach English learners history and historical thinking.

America's Heritage: An Adventure in Liberty

Find lessons about American heritage and the responsibilities of American [...] »

Teaching Guides

Explore new teaching methods and approaches

Religion and the Civil War: A Guide for Pre-Service Teachers

Help students understand the how religious beliefs shaped Americans' [...] »

Mystery Strategy for Elementary Students

Using the premise of a mystery, elementary students act as history [...] »

Stating Your Case: Writing Thesis Statements Effectively

Thesis statements form the backbone of history essays and DBQs.

Using Blogs in a History Classroom

Setting up and maintaining a blog for your classroom is easy (and typically [...] »

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 [...] »

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Tips and Tricks for Using Graphic Organizers

Graphic organizers can be tricky. Check out these tips on how to keep them [...] »

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