American cartoon animation owes its beginnings to British-born filmmaker J. Stuart Blackton, who combined drawings and stop-motion photography to create animated short films.

This lesson will analyze Civil War photographs and explore how and why the American Civil War was photographed.

Use this site to learn more about the Cherokee's journey from their home and why it's called the Trail of Tears.

The Dust Bowl experience is brought to life through historical photos and Karen Hesse's award-winning "Our of the Dust", a historical fiction depicting a child's life during this time in American history.

This lesson looks at the issue of slavery and the role it played in the American Revolution and the founding of the new Republic. Includes background information for the teacher. Students participate in performing a reader's theater...

In this activity, 5th graders look at causes and consequences of the American Revolution, at nations and individuals that impacted the outcome, at the roles women played, and at how the war affected families, economics, and the...

"One of the original 13 states, Connecticut is known as the 'Constitution State.'" How did Connecticut get its nickname? Who developed the first American hamburger? These answers and more are waiting for you at the Library of Congress...

This Library of Congress website provides a brief overview of the life of Theodore Roosevelt (1858-1919), followed by several articles regarding various events in his life and a list of good books written about him.

The ruins of the Chicago courthouse after the 1871 fire.

Dwight D. Eisenhower's life is chronicled on this fascinating site by the Library of Congress. Provides brief articles, as well as historical photos, and a timeline of events taking place during his life.

Take a journey back in time through the "Garden State" of New Jersey. A brief of overview of this historical state, as well as fascinating photographs enrich this site from The Library of Congress.

Take a journey back in time through the "Garden State" of New Jersey. A brief of overview of this historical state, as well as fascinating photographs enrich this site from The Library of Congress.

A fascinating look at the life of President James Monroe, and his impact on history. Provides brief articles, portraits, as well as photos of documents from the archives of The Library of Congress.

Jump back in time to October 24, 1861, when the first transcontinental telegraph was completed, thus hastening the end of the Pony Express.

This 4-page article provides an overview of the first American cotton mill put into operation in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, and the history of textile industry.

These fascinating articles provide a brief biography of the famous magician, Harry Houdini. Also contains historic photographs and a timeline of events taking place during his lifetime.

This lesson plan introduces the practice of using primary sources; where to find primary sources, what they are, how to examine them, and how to construct a context to tell more of the story.

This project investigates and examines the impact transportation has had on peoples' lives. We chose to compare and contrast the turn of the centuries. This lesson introduces primary documents, specifically visuals. We intend for this...

Read about the settling of Oregon country and how westward expansion prompted Congress to make it a territory.

Students often think of history as tattered documents, worn photographs, and musty books, all of which have little or no relevance to their lives. Maps provide an often-overlooked source of information and a new and compelling...

Why is New Jersey referred to as the "Garden State?" Explore the state of New Jersey through America's Library. Site provides some interesting stories as well. You can read the story of Molly Pitcher, "Electrifying Hair-Do," and "A Wig,...

The story of how Joseph Jenkins Roberts, an African American from Virginia, developed Liberia into an independent country.

Illustrated remembrance of Jackie Robinson, who broke the decades-old barrier against African Americans in the major leagues when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1945.

This site provides an article about President Andrew Johnson. The article is three pages in length providing a picture along with factual information about the President. A timeline is also provided at the top of the page.