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How geography influenced interactions among Lewis, Clark, & Native [...] »
Help students understand wartime propaganda with this excellent lesson plan [...] »
English Language Learners
Use the three P’s (Preparation, Purpose, and Proficiency) to provide [...] »
Graphic organizers are helpful for students with limited English proficiency [...] »
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Using primary sources from the Library of Congress, help students reconsider [...] »
Using the premise of a mystery, elementary students act as history [...] »
Help students reflect on the purpose of learning history and of education in [...] »
Documents are riddled with difficult vocabulary. Don't be afraid to adapt [...] »
Maps show far more than how to go from point A to point B! Discover how to [...] »
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For when your students need a healthy dose of participation to liven up the [...] »