In this lesson, students will examine primary sources to understand John Brown’s actions in Harpers Ferry and will develop a ...

This lesson plan outlines topics for short research projects and classroom performances related to the Mexican War. Have ...

In this lesson plan students will examine primary sources to determine the level of threat caused by the buildup of Soviet nuclear missiles and weapons sites in Cuba during the Cuban Missile Crisis ...

Women served in the Civil War as nurses, spies, and vivandières. Explore these stories with students through a video clip and close examination of two dresses and a woman's uniform. This lesson plan ...

Use artifacts and historical literature to bring the War of Independence to life for elementary students. By playing the "Who's in camp?" card game, students develop a deeper understanding of the many ...

Use a video clip and primary sources to develop an understanding of the challenges facing the ground troops during World War II’s Battle of the Bulge, then take on the role of one of those soldiers ...

Obverse Image: Right facing portrait bust of Washington based on Houdon's work. General Information: Engraved by Benjamin Duvivier; galvano of rejected obverse, known only from lead die trial in ...