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Plains Indian Ledger Drawing - Plains Indian Ledger Art Digital Project
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5 to 12
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Discover a site dedicated to the celebration of the Plains Indians' "Ledger" drawings of the 19th century. After clicking on a specific ledger, you can zoom in, rotate, and save ...more
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Discover a site dedicated to the celebration of the Plains Indians' "Ledger" drawings of the 19th century. After clicking on a specific ledger, you can zoom in, rotate, and save the image. Additionally, the right side lists the Provenance, Document Info, Custodian, and Artist. Create a free account to view the research features and research tools.
tag(s): art history (109), montana (10), native americans (135)
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As students explore each of the drawings, they can share their noticings and wonderings on a virtual bulletin board such as Stormboard, reviewed here. Have students participate in a virtual interview with a historian who is familiar with Native American art. Ask pairs to compare two ledger drawings from different artists, time periods, or Native Nations and organize visual evidence with Venn Diagram Creator by Canva, reviewed here.
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Classroom Materials at the Library of Congress - Library of Congress
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8 to 12
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View information about Native Americans, including primary source sets, historical photographs, and classroom guides. Topics include Native American Boarding Schools, Exploring the...more
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View information about Native Americans, including primary source sets, historical photographs, and classroom guides. Topics include Native American Boarding Schools, Exploring the Stories Behind Native American Boarding Schools, and Drake's West Indian Voyage, 1588 to 1589. Each includes a teacher's guide with primary sources.
tag(s): montana (10), native americans (135)
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Students can use Kiddle, reviewed here, to continue researching Native Americans who attended boarding school. If possible, have students virtually interview students who also attended boarding school. Students can present their lesson understanding by creating a presentation using Google Slides, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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American Indians in Children's Literature - Dr. Debbie Reese and Dr. Jean Mendoza
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K to 12
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This blog highlights Native American writers and illustrators. Each blog post highlights how there has been a change in the number of Native American writers who have written books....more
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This blog highlights Native American writers and illustrators. Each blog post highlights how there has been a change in the number of Native American writers who have written books. A list of books is also featured, including Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story by Kevin Maillard, We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom, and Keepunumuk: Weeachumun's Thanksgiving Story by Danielle Greendeer, Anthony Perry, and Alexis Brown.
tag(s): montana (10), native americans (135)
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Teachers can share the book list with parents when they are teaching about Native Americans. Students can read books from the site's list and share their favorite. After finishing a book, students can complete a story element graphic organizer using Canva Infographic Creator, < a href="/single.cfm?id=17570">reviewed here.
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Indian Education - Montana Office of Public Instruction
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K to 12
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Explore a central collection of Montana resources supporting Indian Education for All, American Indian student achievement, tribal relations, and Native language and culture. The Montana...more
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Explore a central collection of Montana resources supporting Indian Education for All, American Indian student achievement, tribal relations, and Native language and culture. The Montana Office of Public Instruction explains the state's constitutional commitment to recognizing and preserving the distinct and unique cultural heritage of American Indians. It provides pathways to curriculum materials, professional learning, tribal resources, language preservation initiatives, and student-support information. The linked Indian Education for All collection includes classroom lessons and resources in art, health, language arts, mathematics, music, science, and social studies, organized by grade level and Montana tribal nation. Educators can also find the Essential Understandings Regarding Montana Indians, implementation guides, tribal history resources, recorded webinars, professional-development opportunities, and links to additional Indigenous education organizations and materials. The page also links to a YouTube video titled We Are One. If your district blocks YouTube, you may not be able to view the video.
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tag(s): montana (10), native americans (135)
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Students can locate Montana reservations and tribal communities while studying the geographic resources on the site, then build an annotated map with Google My Maps, reviewed here that connects locations with evidence from OPI or tribal sources. Assign students to explore one contemporary topic from the OPI resources, then write a short, evidence-based response that connects present-day issues to historical or governmental context, rather than treating American Indian cultures only as topics of the past.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Essential Understandings Regarding Montana Indians - Montana Office of Public Instruction
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K to 12
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Build accurate background knowledge about Montana's tribal nations with this foundational Indian Education for All resource from the Montana Office of Public Instruction. Originally...more
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Build accurate background knowledge about Montana's tribal nations with this foundational Indian Education for All resource from the Montana Office of Public Instruction. Originally developed through discussions with American Indian educators from Montana tribes and most recently revised in 2024, the 32-page PDF organizes essential information around seven understandings. Topics include the diversity of Montana's twelve sovereign tribes, individual American Indian identity, traditional beliefs and oral histories, reservations and treaties, federal Indian policy, differing historical perspectives, and tribal sovereignty. Each Essential Understanding is expanded with key concepts and background information that helps educators move beyond generalizations and place historical issues in contemporary context. The document also provides information about Montana's tribal nations and reservations and concludes with an appendix identifying tribal groups, languages, membership information, and reservation establishment data. The introduction emphasizes that there is no generic American Indian and that tribally specific identification is the best approach whenever possible.
tag(s): diversity (57), identity (43), montana (10), native americans (135), oral history (14)
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Have students work in small groups to examine one of the seven Essential Understandings, identify its key ideas, and teach those ideas to classmates using evidence from the document. Ask students to compare two Montana tribal nations described in the resource, noting differences in language, history, government, location, and contemporary community information, using the Venn Diagram Creator by Canva, reviewed here. Extend learning by asking students to trace the federal policy periods described in Essential Understanding 5 and organize major changes from treaty-making and removal through self-determination with the Timeline Tool by ReadWriteThink, reviewed here.
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Who Arted: Weekly Art History for All... - Kyle Wood
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5 to 12
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Each Monday, the Who Arted: Weekly Art History for All... podcast combines art history and art education in a fun, easy-to-understand way for everyone. Each episode tells the story...more
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Each Monday, the Who Arted: Weekly Art History for All... podcast combines art history and art education in a fun, easy-to-understand way for everyone. Each episode tells the story of a different artist and their artwork. Featured artists include Leonardo da Vinci, Pablo Picasso, and Andy Warhol, along with lesser-known artists who work with media such as video game design, dance, the culinary arts, and more. Episodes can be as short as five minutes to as long as forty minutes. Episodes are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and more.
tag(s): art history (109), artists (105), podcasts (181)
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Using Padlet, reviewed here, students can create a virtual bulletin board with facts about artists featured on the podcast. Students can extend their learning by using Kiddle, reviewed here to learn more about the artist and his/her artwork. Finally, students can use the Interactive 2 Circle Venn Diagram by ReadWriteThink, reviewed here to compare and contrast artists.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Culturally-Based Curriculum - National Indian Education Association
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K to 12
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The National Indian Education Association (NIEA) Virtual Resources for Parents and Teachers is a comprehensive collection of free educational materials designed to support culturally...more
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The National Indian Education Association (NIEA) Virtual Resources for Parents and Teachers is a comprehensive collection of free educational materials designed to support culturally responsive teaching and learning. The site brings together lesson plans, digital learning activities, Native-authored book lists, professional development opportunities, and links to trusted partner resources covering literacy, social-emotional learning, Native history and culture, and family engagement. Educators can use these resources to incorporate authentic Indigenous perspectives across the curriculum while supporting inclusive, culturally relevant instruction in both classroom and virtual learning environments.
tag(s): book lists (167), cultures (294), native americans (135), professional development (297)
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Use articles, videos, and educational resources from the site to explore current topics affecting Native communities, such as language preservation, environmental stewardship, education, or sovereignty. Students can participate in class discussions, debates, or reflective writing activities. Pair resources from the NIEA collection with textbooks or other history resources. Students can compare how each source tells the story, identify missing viewpoints, and write about why it is important to include Native American perspectives when learning history. Have students use the linked lesson plans and digital resources to research a Native Nation, tradition, historical event, or influential Indigenous leader. Students can share their learning through podcasts created with Buzzsprout, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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National Museum of the United States Army - National Museum of the United States Army
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4 to 12
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The National Museum of the United States Army Digital Resources page offers a wide variety of free educational materials that help students explore American history through the experiences...more
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The National Museum of the United States Army Digital Resources page offers a wide variety of free educational materials that help students explore American history through the experiences of U.S. Soldiers. Teachers can access engaging videos, interactive timelines, maps, online exhibits, lesson plans, virtual field trips, and primary-source activities that connect to topics ranging from the Revolutionary War to modern conflicts. The site also includes resources related to National History Day and offers opportunities for students to investigate history through artifacts, historical documents, and storytelling. These materials work well for social studies, history, reading, and cross-curricular lessons, helping students build research, critical-thinking, and historical-analysis skills.
tag(s): 1900s (87), 1910s (30), 1940s (70), american revolution (97), biographies (97), civil war (146), lewis and clark (16), virtual field trips (149), world war 1 (88), world war 2 (168)
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Explore a virtual field trip from the museum and have students complete a digital scavenger hunt focused on artifacts, uniforms, vehicles, or important historical events connected to the tour. Use the museum's interactive timelines and maps to help students trace major battles or troop movements, then create their own illustrated timeline or digital map presentation using Google My Maps, reviewed here. Have students analyze historical artifacts shown in the digital collections and make inferences about the people who used them.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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History for Music Lovers - Amy Burvall and Herb Mahelona
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6 to 12
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Historyteachers YouTube Channel, History for Music Lovers, adds a twist to teaching famous historical events and figures by creating lyrics and videos to famous songs. Some examples...more
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Historyteachers YouTube Channel, History for Music Lovers, adds a twist to teaching famous historical events and figures by creating lyrics and videos to famous songs. Some examples include Louis XIV to "Telephone" by Lady Gaga, Martin Luther to "Manic Monday" by The Bangles, and Lady Macbeth to Taylor Swift's "Look What You Made Me Do." Use playlists available on the site to find videos in categories that include Shakespeare, Science History, and more. YouTube Disclaimer: If your district blocks YouTube, the video may not be viewable.
tag(s): humor (24), romeo & juliet (8), shakespeare (99), songs (51), women (191)
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Students can use SchoolAI, reviewed here to chat with historical figures found in the videos. Use Magic School's Lyrics Generator, reviewed here to create a song about a historical event or figure and ask students to record their song using Vmaker, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Wrong Hands - John Atkinson
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9 to 12
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Looking for a humorous way to spark discussion and critical thinking? Wrong Hands is a collection of clever comics and illustrations that blend satire, visual storytelling, and sharp...more
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Looking for a humorous way to spark discussion and critical thinking? Wrong Hands is a collection of clever comics and illustrations that blend satire, visual storytelling, and sharp observations about literature, history, science, technology, and everyday life. The site features witty single-panel cartoons, infographics, and diagrams that reimagine classic literary works, explore historical events, poke fun at modern culture, and present familiar topics from unexpected perspectives. These comics can serve as engaging discussion starters, writing prompts, or examples of how humor and visual communication can convey complex ideas. If you share or reuse content from the site, be sure to provide proper attribution as requested by the creator.
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tag(s): comics and cartoons (67), media literacy (131), satire (7)
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Students can pick a comic from the site and explain why they chose it. Students can post their favorite comic on Stormboard, reviewed here. Students can create their own comic about a particular subject/content area using ToonyTool, reviewed here.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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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 (60), primary sources (148)
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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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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 (37), critical thinking (191), diversity (57), identity (43), immigration (86), narrative (16), perspective (33), stories and storytelling (80)
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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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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 (97), declaration of independence (25), primary sources (148)
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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 (131), holidays (291), Juneteenth (33)
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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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Teaching Juneteenth and the Meaning of Freedom - National Education Association
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The NEA's resource page for Juneteenth provides a curated collection of lesson plans, videos, and background readings designed to help K-12 educators teach the complex history of emancipation...more
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The NEA's resource page for Juneteenth provides a curated collection of lesson plans, videos, and background readings designed to help K-12 educators teach the complex history of emancipation and the enduring legacy of slavery. It emphasizes the importance of an honest and accurate American history curriculum, offering tools (and books and videos) for different grade levels to explore themes of resilience, the struggle for racial equity, and the transition from enslavement to citizenship.
tag(s): african american (131), holidays (291), Juneteenth (33)
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Students can use Witty Comics, reviewed here to create a comic about the history of Juneteenth. Students can compare and contrast books about Juneteenth using the Interactive 2 Circle Venn Diagram by ReadWriteThink, reviewed here. Students can create a virtual bulletin board using Stormboard, reviewed here sharing facts that they learned about Juneteenth.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Juneteenth Resources for Students of All Ages - Graduation Alliance
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Explore this teacher-friendly collection of books, videos, and learning resources designed to help students better understand the history and significance of Juneteenth. The site organizes...more
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Explore this teacher-friendly collection of books, videos, and learning resources designed to help students better understand the history and significance of Juneteenth. The site organizes recommendations by grade bands (K-5, 6-8, and 9-12), making it easy for educators to locate age-appropriate materials that explore emancipation, freedom, African American history, and the ongoing importance of Juneteenth celebrations. Resources include read-alouds, historical nonfiction, poetry, interactive stories, songs, and educational videos from sources such as Sesame Street and PBS. Teachers can use the collection to support social studies, reading comprehension, media literacy, cultural awareness, and classroom discussions connected to history, citizenship, and diversity.
tag(s): african american (131), holidays (291), Juneteenth (33), poetry (196)
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Watch one of the educational videos suggested on the page, such as a PBS or Sesame Street resource, and lead a class discussion about freedom, equality, and why Juneteenth is still celebrated today. Create a poetry and art activity in which students read poems connected to freedom or perseverance, then design an illustration, collage, or symbolic artwork that represents the meaning of Juneteenth. Extend learning through a community connection project by having students interview family or community members about traditions, celebrations, or important historical events they remember. Students can compile responses into a class book, a podcast with Buzzsprout, reviewed here, or a bulletin board display about remembrance and community history.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Juneteenth Lesson Plan: Resources for ELA & Social Studies - Newsela
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Newsela offers a collection of Juneteenth lesson ideas and resources designed to help teachers explore the history, significance, and lasting impact of Juneteenth through ELA and social...more
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Newsela offers a collection of Juneteenth lesson ideas and resources designed to help teachers explore the history, significance, and lasting impact of Juneteenth through ELA and social studies instruction. The article includes differentiated reading materials, multimedia analysis activities, primary sources, historical speeches, videos, timelines, and discussion prompts that help students build background knowledge while strengthening literacy and critical thinking skills. Teachers can find lessons connected to emancipation, the Emancipation Proclamation, Frederick Douglass, Black history, and modern conversations about freedom and equality. The site also highlights ready-to-use text sets and classroom activities that support culturally responsive teaching and cross-curricular learning for elementary through high school students.
tag(s): african american (131), differentiation (101), holidays (291), Juneteenth (33), multimedia (70)
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Have students read a differentiated Newsela article about Juneteenth and create a timeline using Padlet, reviewed here showing important events leading to the end of slavery in the United States. Students can add illustrations, key vocabulary, and cause-and-effect relationships. Create a classroom "Freedom Quilt" project where students design quilt squares representing themes such as freedom, resilience, equality, family, or community. Combine the squares into a collaborative classroom display. Have students compare Juneteenth celebrations today with other national holidays by using a graphic organizer using the 2 and 3 Interactive Venn Diagrams by Class Tools, reviewed here to examine traditions, historical significance, symbols, music, food, and community events.
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Memorial Day Lessons - Congressional Medal of Honor Society
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The Congressional Medal of Honor Society Memorial Day Lessons page provides teachers with a collection of ready-to-use lesson plans and activities designed to help students understand...more
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The Congressional Medal of Honor Society Memorial Day Lessons page provides teachers with a collection of ready-to-use lesson plans and activities designed to help students understand the meaning of Memorial Day and the concept of sacrifice. The site organizes resources by grade level, offering elementary lessons on topics like the symbolism of the "White Table," the history of the American flag, and the significance of poppies, as well as secondary lessons that explore real stories of Medal of Honor recipients and themes of courage, memory, and service. Additional materials include videos, webinars, and suggested activities such as participating in the National Moment of Remembrance, making it a meaningful resource for integrating history, character education, and civic responsibility into classroom instruction.
tag(s): holidays (291), memorial day (26), veterans (38)
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Have students watch a short video about a Medal of Honor recipient included in the lesson. Pause at key moments and ask students to jot down traits like courage, sacrifice, and perseverance. Follow with a class discussion or turn-and-talk to build comprehension and empathy. Have students learn about the National Moment of Remembrance and plan a simple class observance. Assign small groups to explore symbols of Memorial Day (poppies, flags, the White Table). Students can create a mini-poster or digital slide using Canva Edu reviewed here explaining the meaning and historical significance, then present them to the class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Reading Treks: They Called Us Enemy - TeachersFirst
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Take a virtual field trip with this Reading Trek based upon George Takei's graphic memoir They Called Us Enemy. Use the integrated map created with Google My Maps, reviewed here,...more
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Take a virtual field trip with this Reading Trek based upon George Takei's graphic memoir They Called Us Enemy. Use the integrated map created with Google My Maps, reviewed here, along with the accompanying Teachers' Guide that includes lesson activities, map extensions, and more. This powerful memoir shares Takei's childhood experience during World War II as his family is forcibly removed from their home and placed in Japanese American internment camps, highlighting both the injustices they faced and their resilience. The story blends personal narrative with historical context, making it ideal for grades 7-12. Activities in the Teachers' Guide connect to the Common Core ELA Standards, Social Studies standards, and Social Justice Standards, encouraging students to analyze historical events, explore themes of identity and justice, and reflect on the impact of prejudice and civil rights in American history
tag(s): 1940s (70), immigrants (50), japan (62), Reading Treks (56), world war 2 (168)
In the Classroom
Have students design an infographic using Infographic Presentation Templates, reviewed here that raises awareness about Japanese American incarceration. They can include quotes, historical facts, and a message about justice and the importance of remembering history. Have students script and record a podcast episode with Podomatic, reviewed here as if interviewing George Takei or another person from the camps. Encourage connections to modern-day issues of civil rights and identity. Using comic templates from the Free Comic Maker by Adobe, reviewed here, students can recreate or extend scenes from camp life.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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