History Web Guide for Teachers

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The Crusades
Lesson plans about the Crusades can provide a variety of suggestions for motivating and educational activities.
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Monotheistic Religions
Religion is an important area of study in any history class.
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Steps to the American Revolution
Students should understand the series of steps that led to the American Revolution.
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Literature of the Ancient World
The literature of the ancient world can provide a motivating way for students to explore history.
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Teaching the World Wars Through Art
Students can learn about World War I and II through art, such as posters, paintings, and photographs,
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The Constitution
A study of the Constitution can lead students into an exploration of civil rights, laws, and history.
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The Fall of Rome
A study of the fall of the Roman Empire can lead students on an interesting exploration of history.
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Revolutions Around the World
Revolutions are an interesting and informative way to study world history.
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Neolithic Agricultural Revolution
Lessons about agriculture during the Neolithic period can provide activities to help student understand this important time.
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The French Revolution
French Revolution lessons can help students explore the political, social, and economic issues of the time.
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Imperial Rome
Lessons about Imperial Rome can help students understand its influence on modern society.
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The Harlem Renaissance
The Harlem Renaissance inspired a group of writers, musicians, and artists whose influence is still seen today.
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The Epic Poem in History
Teachers can help students understand the connection between epic poetry and modern stories and songs.
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History's Mysteries Lesson Plans
By exploring history's mysteries, like Stonehenge, student can learn about historical research.
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Technology of the Ancient World Lesson Plans
Technology of the ancient world lesson plans can open students' eyes to the influence of early innovations.
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The History of Art
Teachers can use these art history lesson plans as a way to get students to look at art in a new light.
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Lasting Legacies of Ancient Greece
Ancient Greece lesson plans can open up a world of information for students.
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Social Studies Lesson Plans With Science Connections
There are great social studies lesson plans that can help students make historical connections to science.
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Architecture of the Ancient World
You can introduce your students to the amazing world of ancient architecture with these lesson plans.
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Archaeology Lesson Plans
Archaeology lesson plans can give students hands on ways to explore the study of ancient cultures.
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Seven Wonders of the World
The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World lesson plans offers students a chance to learn about history and use their creativity as well.
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The Renaissance Lesson Plans
The Renaissance, Michaelangelo, DaVinci and the Divine Proportion offer Many Exciting Teaching Opportunities
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Monuments, Memorials and Public Spaces
Monument and memorial lesson plans can get students thinking about important topics and time periods in history.
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Films That Make A Difference in History Lesson Plans
Showing films or other types of media in the classroom is a great way to bring history lesson plans alive.
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Mythology of the Ancient World
The mythology of the ancient world can provide motivating lessons that can help students learn about history.
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Alexander the Great Lesson Plans
Alexander the Great lesson plans can provide ways for students to study history, geography, and politics.
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The History of Photography
By discussing the history of photography, students can learn about this art and its importance in recording major events.
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Art of Ancient Civilizations
By studying the art of ancient civilizations, students can learn about the history and traditions of different cultures.
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Civil Rights Lesson Plans
Civil rights lesson plans can help students delve into history, music, law, and literature. There are a multitude of options.
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The History of Writing
The history of written communication can be an interesting addition to history lessons.
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The Red Scare in the 1950's
Students can learn about the Red Scare, McCarthyism, and other related topics with lesson plans that focus on the 1950's and communism.
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Holocaust Remembrance Day
Teachers could begin lessons about the Holocaust by having students read "The Diary of Anne Frank."
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Research Famous People in History
A research project about famous people in history can be an interesting, and motivating assignment for students.
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Lesson Plans About Famous American Immigrants
When we talk about the history of the United States we can highlight lesson plans on famous American immigrants.
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Berlin Wall Lesson Plans
Berlin Wall lesson plans can teach students how this barrier divided a country and why it gained so much international attention.
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Poverty Lesson Plans
Poverty lesson plans can help students understand the issues involved, and how countries are trying to tackle this problem.
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United Nations Lesson Plans
United Nations lesson plans can help students learn about an organization whose mission is to promote peace and security.
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Henry Hudson: 400th Anniversary of Discovery
Commemorate the discovery made by Henry Hudson and delve into the Age of Exploration.
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Labor Day Lessons and the History of Labor Unions
America was built on the strength of its workers, and on Labor Day we recognize their contributions.
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The Gift of Alex Haley’s "Roots"
Historical novels, such as "Roots" by Alex Haley, can make the past come alive.
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ESL Lesson Plans - The Comprehensible Input Strategy
Providing comprehensible input for English Language Learners can be accomplished with the right ESL lessons.
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American History Lesson Plans
It's always a good time for students to go over lesson plans that talk about America's birth.
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Geography and Its Five Themes
Geography is not limited to just learning about the Earth and its physical features.
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