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Plotted - Plotted
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6 to 12
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Plotted is a free interactive tool that helps readers visualize and share the journeys in their favorite books. By combining maps with literary analysis, the site allows you to track...more
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Plotted is a free interactive tool that helps readers visualize and share the journeys in their favorite books. By combining maps with literary analysis, the site allows you to track a character's path through either a real-world location or a custom-uploaded fantasy map. You can place interactive plots on the map, which serve as digital markers containing text descriptions, book quotes, or analyses of specific scenes. Create an account to create a new map by adding a title, choosing a fantasy or real-world option, adding a description, and optional book information. Click on the map to add and label locations. Each map project is shareable via a unique URL, enabling a community of readers to explore different geographic interpretations of the same story. The platform is highly accessible to any age group capable of reading and identifying locations, making it a versatile resource for upper elementary students mapping a picture-book journey or high schoolers analyzing complex global migrations in a novel.
tag(s): digital storytelling (171), maps (221)
In the Classroom
Transform a literature unit by having students create a visual geography of a protagonist's emotional and physical journey. For a middle school lesson on a novel like A Long Walk to Water, students can plot the specific coordinates of the character's travels across Africa and add reflections on how the character overcame obstacles at each location. After completing their interactive map, students can summarize the overarching themes by creating an engaging presentation with Gamma, reviewed here. To extend the project into a collaborative discussion, have students share their map links on a digital bulletin board using Lino, reviewed here, where peers can leave sticky note comments comparing different mapping choices. This approach moves beyond traditional book reports by requiring students to synthesize geographic data with narrative evidence to show a deeper understanding of the story's progression.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Reading Treks: Uprising - TeachersFirst
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5 to 8
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Uprising tells the powerful, interwoven stories of Bella, Yetta, and Jane--three young women from vastly different backgrounds living in New York City in 1911. This Reading Trek includes...more
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Uprising tells the powerful, interwoven stories of Bella, Yetta, and Jane--three young women from vastly different backgrounds living in New York City in 1911. This Reading Trek includes interactive maps--available as both a Google My Maps link and a downloadable Google Earth (KMZ) file--that trace key locations from the story. There is also a downloadable teacher guide (PDF) to support classroom instruction and provide activities and extensions.
tag(s): 1910s (27), fire (24), Reading Treks (56)
In the Classroom
Use the interactive Google My Maps or Google Earth file to trace Bella, Yetta, and Jane's paths through 1911 New York City, helping students visualize the neighborhoods, factories, and social divides that shaped their different lives. As students explore each location, they can research its historical significance, including the real Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, around which the novel is built. Pair this map exploration with the teacher guide's activities and extensions.
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Reading Treks: Prairie Lotus - TeachersFirst
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5 to 8
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Prairie Lotus by Linda Sue Park is a historical fiction novel set in the Dakota Territory in the 1880s. It follows Hanna, a half-Chinese, half-white girl who moves with her ...more
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Prairie Lotus by Linda Sue Park is a historical fiction novel set in the Dakota Territory in the 1880s. It follows Hanna, a half-Chinese, half-white girl who moves with her father to a small frontier town after her mother's death. Hanna dreams of becoming a dressmaker and finishing school, but she faces discrimination and exclusion because of her Asian heritage. Despite the racism and prejudice around her, Hanna remains determined to honor her mother's legacy and find acceptance in the community. Through resilience, courage, and kindness, she begins to carve out a place for herself on the American prairie. This Reading Trek includes interactive maps (available as both a Google My Maps link and a downloadable Google Earth (KMZ) file). The maps trace key locations from the story. There is also a teacher guide (PDF) with classroom activities and extension activities.
tag(s): 1800s (87), racism (81), Reading Treks (56), westward expansion (42)
In the Classroom
Use the interactive maps to have students trace Hanna's journey to the Dakota Territory, visualizing the frontier landscape and the distances families traveled during Westward Expansion. As students explore each stop, they can research the historical context of the 1880s frontier, including the experiences of mixed-race and immigrant families during this era. Pair this map exploration with the teacher guide's activities to examine themes of identity, prejudice, resilience, and belonging.
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Information Literacy Toolkit - University of Texas Libraries
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5 to 12
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The University of Texas Libraries' Information Literacy Toolkit provides instructions for a group activity that students can use as a starting point to identify criteria and strategies...more
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The University of Texas Libraries' Information Literacy Toolkit provides instructions for a group activity that students can use as a starting point to identify criteria and strategies for evaluating information. The link includes: Set Up and Source Selection, Activity, Possible Questions for the Activity, and Discussion Pointers. To further extend the lesson, the Google link shares an additional lesson on Source Analysis/Evaluation.
tag(s): evaluating sources (52), media literacy (130)
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When sharing the questions from the lesson, students can view them on Padlet, reviewed here. Students can answer the questions via Google Forms, reviewed here. To complete the group activity, students can collaborate using Google Slides, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Evaluating Sources - Cathy Costello
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6 to 12
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The Virtual Library's Evaluating Sources page helps students become critical consumers of information by introducing the CRAAP Test -- Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and...more
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The Virtual Library's Evaluating Sources page helps students become critical consumers of information by introducing the CRAAP Test -- Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose. The resource includes an informative slideshow, an infographic, an instructional video, and a self-check quiz that guide students through analyzing sources for credibility and reliability. Students can also explore tips for evaluating websites, making this a valuable resource for teaching research skills, media literacy, and digital citizenship. The materials are presented in a student-friendly format and can be used for independent learning, classroom instruction, or review.
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tag(s): digital citizenship (108), evaluating sources (52), media literacy (130)
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Students can create a game using Blooket, reviewed here teaching others how to evaluate sources. Students can create an infographic with information on identifying credible sources using MindMeister, reviewed here. Students can create a podcast teaching about reliable sources using Adobe Podcast, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Teaching Students How to Identify Credible Sources - edutopia
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3 to 12
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Teaching Students How to Identify Credible Sources is an article about teaching students to identify reliable sources in the digital age. The article outlines the CRAAP model: Currency,...more
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Teaching Students How to Identify Credible Sources is an article about teaching students to identify reliable sources in the digital age. The article outlines the CRAAP model: Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose. It also shares ways to use the CRAAP model, including: using Kahoot or Waygrounds, scavenger hunts, races, debates, and more.
tag(s): evaluating sources (52), Research (89)
In the Classroom
Create an interactive game using Kahoot!, reviewed here or Wayground (formerly Quizizz), reviewed here to use the CRAAP model to evaluate sources. Students can create an infographic showcasing the model using Infographics Presentation Templates, reviewed here. Students can use Google Keep, reviewed here to create a list of reliable sources.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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A Point of View Lesson Using Comic Strips - Teaching Made Practical
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3 to 12
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Help students master perspective through creative storytelling with A Point of View Lesson Using Comic Strips. This classroom resource demonstrates how creating comics can strengthen...more
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Help students master perspective through creative storytelling with A Point of View Lesson Using Comic Strips. This classroom resource demonstrates how creating comics can strengthen students' understanding of point of view by engaging them in both visual and written storytelling. The article shares five practical lesson ideas, including creating comic debates, comparing characters' perspectives, analyzing or challenging an author's point of view, illustrating how different people experience the same event, and practicing first- and third-person narration. In addition to instructional strategies, the resource includes book recommendations, free comic strip templates, and an example lesson using MakeBeliefsComix to guide students through the comic creation process. These activities provide engaging opportunities to reinforce reading comprehension, writing, and critical thinking skills across grade levels.
tag(s): comics and cartoons (67), perspective (33), point of view (9)
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Have students retell a scene from a novel or a historical event from the perspective of a different character. Students should illustrate how the character's thoughts, feelings, and motivations change the story. Assign students two opposing viewpoints from a historical event, scientific issue, or current topic. Working in pairs, students can create comic strip conversations with Cartoon Comic Maker, reviewed here that present each side's reasoning and evidence before discussing which arguments are most convincing. Ask students to identify the author's point of view or theme in a text. Students can create an original comic with Comic Strip Templates by Canva, reviewed here that either supports, questions, or offers an alternative perspective to the author's message. Finish with a gallery walk where classmates explain the evidence behind their creative choices.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Seven Ideas for Crafting Comics in History Classes - Classwork.com
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5 to 12
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Looking for a creative way to bring history to life? Seven Ideas for Crafting Comics in History Classes explores how comic creation can deepen students' understanding of historical...more
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Looking for a creative way to bring history to life? Seven Ideas for Crafting Comics in History Classes explores how comic creation can deepen students' understanding of historical events, people, and concepts through visual storytelling. The article presents seven practical classroom activities, including creating historical biographies and dialogues, imagining modern-day conversations between historical figures, designing political cartoons, illustrating sequences of events, recreating courtroom scenes, developing comic-style diagrams, and illustrating historical letters. Each idea includes a brief explanation, classroom examples, and recommendations for free or low-cost digital tools and primary-source resources to help teachers guide students through the creative process. Whether used as an assessment, discussion starter, or enrichment activity, these ideas encourage students to think critically, communicate visually, and engage more deeply with history.
tag(s): comics and cartoons (67)
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When creating a political cartoon, students can use ToonyTool, reviewed here. Students can use Comic Strip Templates by Canva, reviewed here to sequence events. Students can use Free Comic Strip Maker by Adobe, reviewed here to create courtroom scenes.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Daily IQ - Infoplease
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4 to 12
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Infoplease's Daily IQ shares daily fun facts. Facts include: This Day in History, Word of the Day, Birthday of the Day, Analogy of the Day, News of the World, and ...more
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Infoplease's Daily IQ shares daily fun facts. Facts include: This Day in History, Word of the Day, Birthday of the Day, Analogy of the Day, News of the World, and Weather of the Day. Visit additional links on the site to view other recent content.
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tag(s): history day (39), news (223), trivia (18), vocabulary (252), weather (173)
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Students can create a virtual bulletin board using Lino, reviewed here to share sentences using the Word of the Day. Students can compare and contrast weather from this day in history to today using the Interactive 2 Circle Venn Diagram by Read Write Think, reviewed here. Students can create their own Analogy of the Day to post on Google Slides, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Alabama History Hub - Alabama Department of Archives & History
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K to 12
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The Alabama History Hub, hosted by the Alabama Department of Archives and History, is a free online resource that provides educators and students with access to primary sources, artifacts,...more
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The Alabama History Hub, hosted by the Alabama Department of Archives and History, is a free online resource that provides educators and students with access to primary sources, artifacts, lesson plans, activities, games, and worksheets on Alabama history. Resources can be searched by grade level, topic, time period, and resource type, making it easy to locate materials that support specific curriculum goals. Designed for PreK-12 classrooms, the site helps teachers integrate primary-source analysis and inquiry-based learning into social studies, history, civics, and cross-curricular lessons. In addition to classroom resources, the Alabama Department of Archives and History offers educators access to traveling resource kits, virtual learning opportunities, museum field trips, and professional development programs that support the teaching of Alabama history and civics.
tag(s): 1700s (39), 1800s (87), 1900s (84), 2000s (2), 20th century (168), civil rights (221), civil war (138), primary sources (133), professional development (322), states (128)
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Students can work in small groups to compare different primary sources (letters, photos, or documents) from the site, discuss how each source provides a unique perspective, and then present their findings using a graphic organizer or sketchnote using Google Drawings, reviewed here. Students can use the Hub's lesson plans and activities to conduct a guided inquiry project where they develop a question about Alabama history, gather evidence from sources, and present a claim supported by reasoning. Students can explore the Alabama History Hub by selecting a time period (such as the Civil War or the Civil Rights era) and analyzing primary sources to create a short "history news report" summarizing key events and perspectives from that era. They can record using a digital tool such as Kapwing, reviewed here.
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Civics in Real Life - University of Central Florida
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5 to 12
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Florida Citizens' Civics in Real Life provides a wealth of information that expands understanding of the United States government and how "We the People" engage with it and with each...more
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Florida Citizens' Civics in Real Life provides a wealth of information that expands understanding of the United States government and how "We the People" engage with it and with each other. The "tag" allows you to search for the amendments, the Bill of Rights, the Anti-Trust Laws, Black History, the Electoral College, and so much more. Each search will feature: Date, Title, Summary, Tags, and Link (Download or Preview). Each Civics in Real Life features a "To Think and To Do" section and "Learn More."
tag(s): bill of rights (39), black history (131), branches of government (70), civics (128), civil rights (221), climate (95), declaration of independence (20), electoral college (24), foreign policy (15), freedom of speech (15), hispanic (53), labor day (6), martin luther king (42), pearl harbor (16), presidents (151), womenchangemaker (79)
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Students can complete the featured "To Think and To Do" sections. Students can use Kiddle, reviewed here to learn more about a person or subject. Students can use Adobe Creative Cloud Express, reviewed here to create a presentation to showcase their learning.
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Middle School Benchmark Resources - Florida Joint Center for Citizenship
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6 to 8
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The Florida Citizens' Middle School Curriculum provided resources to support Middle School Civics and Government benchmarks, including curricular materials, teacher support materials,...more
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The Florida Citizens' Middle School Curriculum provided resources to support Middle School Civics and Government benchmarks, including curricular materials, teacher support materials, and assessment questions. For students in grades 6 and 8, the site provides resources for both World and U.S. History. To access the lessons, you must create a free account. All lessons can be downloaded in Microsoft Word, Google, or PDF format. Each lesson includes a lesson plan, handouts, slides, and sample answers.
tag(s): american revolution (91), bill of rights (39), branches of government (70), constitution (104), declaration of independence (20), electoral college (24), greece (47), holocaust (42), rome (36), sept11 (19), supreme court (33)
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Students can use all the resources that are provided with each lesson. Students can use the Venn Diagram Creator by Canva, reviewed here to compare Ancient Civilizations or the Loyalists v. Patriots. Students can use Aha Slides, reviewed here to create presentations on any of the material that was taught.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Civics360 - Florida Citizen
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6 to 8
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Civics360 is an interactive civics review resource designed to help middle school students build strong civic knowledge and skills. The site offers engaging lessons on topics such as...more
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Civics360 is an interactive civics review resource designed to help middle school students build strong civic knowledge and skills. The site offers engaging lessons on topics such as Citizen You, Founders' Influence, The Founding from Colonies to the United States, Constitutional Principles and Structures, The Executive and Legislative Branches, the Judicial Branch and Legal System, Florida State and Local Government, My Rights and Liberties, Engaged Citizens, Voting and Elections, Why a Constitutional Republic, the U.S. and the World, an End of the Year Practice Assessment, and the High School U.S. Government Classroom. Each lesson includes videos, viewing guides, readings, vocabulary, review questions, practice tests, and helpful resource links. While Civics360 was created to support Florida's civics standards, the content aligns well with civics standards in any state. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
tag(s): american revolution (91), branches of government (70), colonial america (95), declaration of independence (20), elections (87)
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Students can use all the resources that are provided with each lesson. Students can use 2 and 3 Circle Interactive Venn Diagrams by ClassTools, reviewed here to compare and contrast the three branches of government. Students can use Presentations AI, reviewed here to create a presentation on any of the topics that are featured on the site.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Primary Source Analysis Tool - Library for Congress
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6 to 12
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The Primary Source Analysis Tool is a graphic organizer for students. The graphic organizer includes three sections titled: Observe, Reflect, Question, Further Investigation, and Additional...more
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The Primary Source Analysis Tool is a graphic organizer for students. The graphic organizer includes three sections titled: Observe, Reflect, Question, Further Investigation, and Additional Notes. This document can be either downloaded or added to your Google Drive. You can also edit the document directly by clicking the three dots in the top-right corner and selecting Annotate.
tag(s): graphic organizers (57), primary sources (133)
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Print and share this tool for students to use when evaluating a primary source document. Students can then share their finished graphic organizer with Lino, reviewed here for others to view or include it as a supplement to a writing assignment or research project.
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Green Card Voices - Green Card Voices
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6 to 12
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Green Card Voices is a nonprofit organization that collects and shares first-person stories of immigrants and refugees through video, written narratives, books, and multimedia projects...more
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Green Card Voices is a nonprofit organization that collects and shares first-person stories of immigrants and refugees through video, written narratives, books, and multimedia projects to build understanding and empathy across communities. The website offers an extensive digital library of personal immigration stories from people who have come to the United States from around the world, highlighting their journeys, challenges, and contributions. It also provides educational resources, including a free teaching guide with lessons and activities for middle and high school classrooms that center on real voices and experiences to explore history, culture, identity, and civic life. The content fosters authentic discussions about immigration and can be a rich resource for social studies, ELA, and diversity units. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
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tag(s): cultures (290), diversity (56), identity (42), immigrants (50), immigration (85), multimedia (63)
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Have students watch or read a short story about an immigrant, then discuss themes such as courage, belonging, and challenges, using sentence starters to support thoughtful conversation. In ELA, have students write their own personal or family migration story (or a fictionalized narrative inspired by the site), practicing narrative techniques such as voice, dialogue, and descriptive detail. Treat the stories as primary sources, and have students identify key details about reasons for migration, cultural identity, and adaptation, and connect them to historical or current immigration topics. Ask students to select one individual and use a mapping tool like MyLens, reviewed here, to visualize the storyteller's journey and historical context.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Voter Registration - USAGov
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6 to 12
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The Voter Registration page on USA.gov offers clear, official information about how U.S. citizens can register to vote in federal, state, and local elections. It explains the basic...more
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The Voter Registration page on USA.gov offers clear, official information about how U.S. citizens can register to vote in federal, state, and local elections. It explains the basic steps for registration, how to find your state's registration deadlines and forms, and links to tools to check or update your voter registration status. The site also connects users to state and local election offices for specific rules and contact information, making it a reliable starting point for understanding the requirements and process for registering to vote.
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Have students read the page and create a simple flowchart using Mind Map Generator, reviewed here showing the steps a citizen must take to register to vote, including finding state rules and deadlines. Use the site to address common misconceptions (for example, who can register, age requirements, and residency rules) and have students sort statements into "true" or "false" using evidence from the page. Assign small groups different states to explore linked registration rules and compare deadlines, identification requirements, or registration methods, then report their findings. They can create presentations using a digital tool such as Aha Slides, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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We Are America - We Are America Project
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4 to 12
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The We Are America Project is a student-centered national initiative that partners with teachers and young people to explore and define what it means to be American through personal...more
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The We Are America Project is a student-centered national initiative that partners with teachers and young people to explore and define what it means to be American through personal storytelling and reflection. The website features a growing library of student-authored stories that highlight diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, making it a rich resource for discussions about identity, immigration, community, and belonging. Educator resources include conversation guides and supports for using these stories as classroom texts, helping students connect personal narratives to broader themes in history and social studies. This project encourages meaningful dialogue and critical thinking, giving students a voice in shaping a national conversation about American identity.
tag(s): communities (40), critical thinking (187), diversity (56), identity (42), immigration (85), narrative (16), perspective (33), stories and storytelling (78)
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Have students read a few student stories from the site and then participate in small-group discussions about shared experiences, differences, and what makes people feel included in a community. Students can write their own "We Are America"-style stories about their backgrounds, family traditions, or meaningful life experiences, connecting personal identity to broader social themes. Create a bulletin board or digital display using Padlet, reviewed here where students post quotes, drawings, or summaries that represent what "We Are America" means to them.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Civics Resources - TeachersFirst
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K to 12
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Civics education is more important than ever, and we've curated an incredible collection of resources to help K-12 educators bring this vital subject to life in the classroom! Whether...more
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Civics education is more important than ever, and we've curated an incredible collection of resources to help K-12 educators bring this vital subject to life in the classroom! Whether you're teaching the foundations of government, constitutional rights, voting and elections, civic participation, current events, public policy, law and justice, or the role of media in democracy, this collection has something for every learner. Inside, you'll find interactive simulations, lesson plans, videos, primary source documents, discussion guides, games, virtual field trips, assessments, and digital tools -- all designed to help students become informed, engaged, and active citizens. Explore, share, and empower the next generation of civic leaders!
tag(s): branches of government (70), civics (128), civil rights (221), constitution (104), democracy (29), elections (87)
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Help your students learn more about civics. Find resources on this list for students to use in cooperative learning groups. Read each resource's Classroom Use section to learn how to incorporate its information into your lessons.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Declaration of Independence Turns 250 - Florida Joint Center for Citizenship
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6 to 12
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On July 4, 2026, the Declaration of Independence will mark its 250th anniversary. In partnership with C-SPAN Classroom, the Florida Joint Center for Citizenship features nine lessons...more
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On July 4, 2026, the Declaration of Independence will mark its 250th anniversary. In partnership with C-SPAN Classroom, the Florida Joint Center for Citizenship features nine lessons that will allow students to learn America's story, the founding principles, and its continued quest for a "more perfect union." Lessons will allow students to analyze primary and secondary sources and review concepts such as contextualization, comparison, evaluation, and analysis. Monthly professional learning webinars for educators to gain a deeper understanding of the perspectives are also shared on the site. Finally, a General Pacing Guide and a Florida Pacing Guide are available.
tag(s): american revolution (91), declaration of independence (20), primary sources (133)
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Students can use all the resources that are provided with each lesson. Students can use ToonyTool, reviewed here to create a comic about the founding principles of the Declaration of Independence. Students can create a timeline of events leading up to the creation of the Declaration of Independence using the Timelines tool by Read Write Think, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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BUILD Celebrates Juneteenth - BUILD
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6 to 12
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BUILD Celebrates Juneteenth showcases what the Black Affinity Group feels about the meaning of Juneteenth. The site features four short YouTube videos that share the meaning...more
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BUILD Celebrates Juneteenth showcases what the Black Affinity Group feels about the meaning of Juneteenth. The site features four short YouTube videos that share the meaning of Juneteenth. If your district blocks YouTube, the videos will not be viewable.
tag(s): african american (129), holidays (282), Juneteenth (32)
In the Classroom
Students can compare and contrast the different perspectives shared using the 3 Circle Venn Diagram by ReadWriteThink, reviewed here. Students can use Online Voice Recorder, reviewed here to share a summary of Juneteenth. Finally, students can interview someone who would like to share what Juneteenth means to them.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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