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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 »
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Marbury v. Madison 
Constitutional or not? Read about this 1803 landmark court case deciding [...] »
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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America's Heritage: An Adventure in Liberty 
Find lessons about American heritage and the responsibilities of American [...] »
Reframing English Language Development ![The storming of Chapu[ltepec] Sept. 13th [1847]](/sites/default/files/styles/splash_thumb_images/public/mexamwar_image.jpg?itok=jD-RNlDi "The storming of Chapu[ltepec] Sept. 13th [1847] LC-DIG-pga-02604")
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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 ( [...] »
Comanche Nation and "Manifest Destiny": A Guide for Pre-Service Teachers 
Help students better understand the history behind the term "Manifest [...] »
Religion and the Civil War: A Guide for Pre-Service Teachers 
Help students understand the how religious beliefs shaped Americans' [...] »
Interpreting Political Cartoons in the History Classroom 
Political cartoons are often conceptually complex, but offer valuable [...] »
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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 [...] »