A collection of brief stories about Martin van Buren and his presidency, politics, "first hostess," and role during the Panic of 1837.

This site provides facts on the state of Oregon. Did you know there used to be a volcano in Oregon?

Dizzie Gillespie helped create a new form of modern jazz called be-bop. It was the predecessor of hip-hop that is so popular today.

This three-part article explores the assassination of John F. Kennedy in Dallas, Texas. Content includes a brief overview of Kennedy's legacy as president.

America's Story identifies the accomplishments of Andrew Carnegie as a businessman and a philanthropist. It highlights his commitment to give back to society. It also highlights the comparisons between his mother's and father's influence...

During W.W.II, Russia and Germany had an agreement not to attack each other. Germany did not honor that agreement. The Premier of Russia, Joseph Stalin, asked for help from the U.S. and Great Britain. Use this site to see how that was...

The Panama Canal was a short-cut through the tip of South America. Use this site to find out who built it and why.

Learn more about the runaway slave named "the Moses of her people." Harriet Tubman's life was dedicated to helping others. Read more about her adventures during the Civil War and her continuing bravery.

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,...

A collection of images from the period of the Great Depression to World War II provide students with visual references as they read and examine Katherine Paterson's novel, "Jacob Have I Loved." Lesson encourages critical thinking about...

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.

How and why did the United States come to have four time zones? Learn about how cities and railroad travel impacted the development of these zones. Includes video (requires RealPlayer).

Why is Missouri called the "Show Me State?" Where was the "Birth of the Ice Cream Cone?" How much did it cost to send a letter through the Pony Express? These are just a few questions that will be answered on this website.

Who were the first white explorers to "set foot in Montana?" Find out more about the Native American population living in Montana. Draw on the experience of the Native American population.

Who "led the group of Mormon pilgrims seeking freedom from religious persecution into the Great Salt Lake Valley?" Come to this website and find out!

Who were the first settlers in New York? Where should you "stop and smell the lilacs?" Who was Solomon Northup? Aren't sure about the answers to these questions. Use this site to learn some interesting facts about the state of New York.

Why does Wisconsin have the nickname, "America's Dairyland"? Come and check out the traditions of this great state.

America's Story site gives brief story of Grace Abbott, Chief of the Children's Bureau of the Department of Labor.

This 3-page article explores the role of radio in the 1920s, and the day that President Harding installed a radio in the White House.

This 3-part article explores the murder of accused-Kennedy-Assassin, Lee Harvey Oswald. Content focuses on the trial of Jack Ruby, and the aftermath of Kennedy's assassination.

Explore the diversity of the people of Florida. "Blast off" with space facts. Do you know where the first watermelon came from?

This collection of stories features facts about the state of Washington. Find out about the Milk Carton Derby is. Can you name the borders of Washington state?

Learn how the Model T automobile changed public transportation and how the national highway system was the rest of the story about America's love affair with the automobile.

Through interpreting and investigating historical maps, learners gain new perspective not only of their local communities but also of their own homes. Student activities include collecting data about their homes, reporting on the...