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10 New Curated Collections for Your Lessons

Enrich your curriculum with engaging, well-organized, curated collections that will bring diverse topics to life in the classroom. Whether you want to explore the mysteries of ancient civilizations, understand cultural influences that shape our modern world, build essential digital literacy skills, or foster critical thinking across subjects, these newly added special topics collections will provide you with ready-to-use curricular resources that spark curiosity among students of all ages.

Grades K-12

TeachersFirst's Resources about Ancient Africa - Mali

Introduce students to the mighty Mali Empire (13th–16th century CE), one of Africa's most influential medieval civilizations. This collection offers a deep dive into Mali's rich history, culture, and legacy and includes a helpful teaching guide!

Grades K-12

TeachersFirst's Resources about the Ancient Roman Empire

From the mythical founding of Rome to the fall of Constantinople, these materials cover the empire's rise to power, its technological and architectural innovations, its system of law and government, and its lasting impact on language, art, and philosophy.

Grades K-12

TeachersFirst's Resources about Ancient Mesopotamian Civilizations

Discover a collection of educational materials about ancient Mesopotamian civilizations and the cultures that flourished between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, including the Sumerians, Akkadians, Babylonians, and Assyrians.

Grades K-12

TeachersFirst's Resources about Native Americans' Contributions to American Culture

Native Americans have profoundly shaped American culture from pre-colonial times to today. This comprehensive collection explores Indigenous peoples' impact on agriculture, art, language, and politics and features hundreds of tribal nations.

Grades K-12

TeachersFirst's Resources about Hispanic Americans' Contributions to American Culture

From literature and art to music and cuisine, Hispanic Americans have played an integral role in shaping the nation's identity, infusing it with vibrant traditions and innovative perspectives. Honor the past and recognize the ongoing impact in your class.

Grades K-12

TeachersFirst's Resources about Asian Americans’ Contributions to American Culture

Asian Americans have played a vital and often underrecognized role in shaping the cultural landscape of the United States. This diverse collection of resources shares the many contributions of Asian Americans across various fields, from arts to science.

Grades K-12

TeachersFirst's Resources about Jewish Americans' Contributions to American Culture

This collection explores the influence of Jewish Americans and their impact on the arts, sciences, politics, and social reform. It celebrates the indelible imprint of Jewish intellectual, artistic, and ethical contributions to our country’s culture.

Grades K-12

TeachersFirst's Simulation Resources

Explore these educational simulations and immersive learning experiences that bridge the gap between theory and practice for students across various disciplines. Simulations offer great differentiation options for students who need extra support.

Grades K-12

TeachersFirst's Digital Literacy Resources

For educators and students alike, digital literacy involves consuming online resources and curating and sharing collections of materials. Share these resources with your students to help them learn how to navigate, evaluate, and create digital content.

Grades K-12

TeachersFirst's Escape Room Resources

Are you looking to add some mystery and excitement to your classroom? Digital escape rooms combine critical thinking, problem-solving, and immersive storytelling into engaging educational experiences. Explore this curated collection of free resources!

This Week at TeachersFirst

We're excited to invite you to attend our summer OK2Ask virtual workshops! If you’re attending ISTELive 25, be sure to read about our sessions. We're also sharing a helpful blog post and a special collection for educators.