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Alaska - Alaska.gov
Grades
4 to 12
In the Classroom
Share this site with students researching information for state reports. Rather than having students create traditional reports, replace these by making them online! Use PicLits, reviewed here. Take student learning a step further by modifing their learning and having students use a tool such as Zeemaps, reviewed here. This tool allows students to create audio recordings AND choose a location on a map (Alaska) where the report takes place. Explore the site with students when learning about different states, ask students to tell what they know then compare to information provided on the site.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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North Dakota - North Dakota.gov
Grades
4 to 12tag(s): states (126)
In the Classroom
Share this site with students researching information for state reports. Rather than having students create traditional reports, replace these by making them online! Use PicLits. Take student learning a step further by modifying and having students use a tool such as Zeemaps. This site allows students to create audio recordings AND choose a location on a map (Alabama) where the report takes place. Explore the site with students when learning about different states, ask students to tell what they know then compare it to information provided on the site.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Kentucky - Kentucky.gov
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4 to 12tag(s): states (126)
In the Classroom
Share this site with students researching information for state reports. Rather than having students create traditional reports, replace these by making them online! Use PicLits, reviewed here. Take student learning a step further by modifing and having students use a tool such as Zeemaps, reviewed here. This site allows students to create audio recordings AND choose a location on a map (Alabama) where the report takes place. Explore the site with students when learning about different states, ask students to tell what they know then compare to information provided on the site.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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State of Alabama - Alabama.gov
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4 to 12tag(s): states (126)
In the Classroom
Share this site with students researching information for state reports. Rather than having students create traditional reports, replace these by making them online! Use PicLits, reviewed here. Take student learning a step further by modifing and having students use a tool such as Zeemaps, reviewed here. This site allows students to create audio recordings AND choose a location on a map (Alabama) where the report takes place. Explore the site with students when learning about different states, ask students to tell what they know then compare to information provided on the site.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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State and Local Governments
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): states (126)
In the Classroom
Use this site as a resource if making state profiles during an American History or Government class. Assign students different states to study, allowing them to research specific aspects about their assigned state. To modify learning and show what they have learned from this site, challenge students to create an online infographic to share using Visme.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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State and Local Government Resources - Library of Congress
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6 to 12tag(s): states (126)
In the Classroom
Use this site as a resource if making state profiles during an American History or Government class. Assign students different states to study, allowing them to research specific aspects about their assigned state. To modify learning and show what they have learned from this site, challenge students to create an online infographic to share using Visme.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Winning the Vote - Smithsonian Institution
Grades
4 to 12In the Classroom
Take advantage of the free lesson plans hosted on this site! This would be a great addition to a US government class, just make sure to save it as a favorite to allow for easy retrieval later on.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Current Legislative Activities - Library of Congress
Grades
6 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): civics (127), congress (37), house of representatives (6), senate (10)
In the Classroom
Use this site as a reference for finding information about specific legislation to supplement your unit. For example, teachers working on a unit about civil rights can find information about laws regarding equality and the progress that has been made. Likewise, this can be used during discussions on the Legislative Branch, Separation of powers, Healthcare reform, environmental policy, etc. A great resource for a US government class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Supreme Court - The Supreme Court of the United States
Grades
7 to 12tag(s): supreme court (30)
In the Classroom
Use this site as a resource to find recent court cases that have come before the Supreme court as well as a means to search for opinions, writings, biographies, etc. US government teachers will be able to use this site during a unit or lesson on the judicial branch, or during a class debate about a specific piece of legislation.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Republican National Committee
Grades
6 to 12In the Classroom
Use this site to help students understand one aspect of our two-party system. Compare the platform findings on this site to that of the Democratic party in order to help students understand the similarities and differences. Use an online tool such as the 2 and 3 Circle Interactive Venn Diagrams.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Democratic Party On-Line
Grades
6 to 12In the Classroom
Use this site during local or national elections. Use this site to help students understand one aspect of our two-party system. Compare the platform findings on this site to that of the Republican party in order to help students understand the similarities and differences. Use an online tool such as the 2 and 3 Circle Interactive Venn Diagrams, reviewed here. Learn to separate the issues of the parties from the personalities involved!Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The House of Representatives
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4 to 12tag(s): civics (127), congress (37), house of representatives (6)
In the Classroom
Use this site as a resource for class discussion and debates about current issues on the House Floor. This would be a useful resource for a US government class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Tour the U.S. Capitol - US Government
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): architecture (81)
In the Classroom
If teaching about initial plans for the construction of DC and how those developed, use the images from this site to compliment a class discussion or lecture. Within the teacher and students page, there are numerous images that detail L'enfant's original ideas for DC. Teachers can incorporate these in graphic organizers or even a slide-show over the interactive whiteboard.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Capitol - An Interactive Tour - University of Virginia
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6 to 12tag(s): architecture (81)
In the Classroom
Use any of the separate sections on this website as learning center or stations during lesson(s) on the architecture and symbolism of our capitol's historic buildings. Have students explore the site individually or cooperative learning groups as an introductory activity. Because there is a lot of material on the site, create follow-alongs to guide students and highlight what is most important on the site. For help making easy graphic organizers use Graphic Organizer Maker, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Congressional Directory
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3 to 12tag(s): biographies (93), congress (37)
In the Classroom
Use this site as a starting point for students working on biographies or research projects about specific congressmen. Although the biographies are short, they provide other resources that could easily be followed up!Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Civics Online
Grades
1 to 12In the Classroom
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A Biography of America - CPB/Annenberg
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): american revolution (86)
In the Classroom
The possibilities for this site are virtually limitless. Open the site on the interactive whiteboard or projector and select one of the many topics that is applicable to your unit. Teachers can play the video for students to review material, use the map to provide something for visual learners can connect to, or use the time-line to guide student learning. This is really an amazing tool for teachers trying to utilize technology in the classroom!Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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U. S. Historical Documents
Grades
7 to 12tag(s): primary sources (124)
In the Classroom
Primary sources could be used to teach both the content and historical thinking skills in your classroom. Divide students into 5-6 groups, with each group assigned a different primary source to read and evaluate. (Sources should come from various perspectives to make the game more interesting) Have the groups present quick summaries of their source to the class, making sure to mention who the author is and whether or not there could be bias. After all have presented, have each team pick a representative to argue in front of the class as to why their source is the most reliable and valid. After all have made their argument, have the class vote off the least reliable "survivor style" until you are left with just one!Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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National Archives: Educator Resources - National Archives
Grades
4 to 8tag(s): civics (127), media literacy (112), primary sources (124)
In the Classroom
This is an excellent site for any history, art history, or civics teacher attempting to put forth something more tangible for students to grasp. Click on "Images of the American Revolution," and open up the pictures on the interactive whiteboard or projector. Question students as to the meaning and context of the illustrations, to help them understand how images were used to convey certain meanings. Ask the students to create their own cartoons about something controversial in their town, or about the unit being studied, and encourage them to use some of the same subtle concepts the original illustrators did.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Colonial Charters - Yale University
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): colonial america (96)
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Primary sources could be used to teach both the content and historical thinking skills in your classroom. Divide students into 5-6 groups, with each group assigned a different primary source to read and evaluate. (Sources should come from various perspectives to make the game more interesting) Have the groups present quick summaries of their source to the class, making sure to mention who the author is and whether or not there could be bias. After all have presented, have each team pick a representative to argue in front of the class as to why their source is the most reliable and valid. After all have made their argument, have the class vote off the least reliable "survivor style" until you are left with just one!Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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