University of North Carolina
Should I Use “I”?
Despite the formal nature of academic writing, personal pronouns frequently appear in high school and college papers. While your first instinct may be to cross them out, sometimes it's okay to use them, an idea covered in a handout that...
ProCon
Social Security Privatization
Should Social Security be privatized, or is the government program fine just the way it is? Scholars read pro and con arguments and watch videos to learn more about the debate topic. Pupils also have an opportunity to interact with other...
Judicial Learning Center
Levels of the Federal Courts
The Supreme Court gets all the glory, but very few federal cases make it to the highest court. An interesting lesson explores the structure of the lower levels of the federal court system. In addition to outlining the organization of...
ProCon
Obesity
Is obesity a disease or just a preventable risk factor for other diseases? Scholars attempt to form their own opinions by reading a background of the issue and watching videos that explore the main pro and con arguments using an included...
PBS
Tiger of the Snows: Tenzing Norgay
Tenzing Norgay, the Sherpa man who made history when he reached the summit of Mount Everest with Sir Edmund Hillary, is the focus of an informative article. Class members read about Norgay's perspective on the way up the mountain, the...
ProCon
Standardized Tests
Does the use of standardized testing improve American education? Scholars dive into the issue as they prepare to discuss the debate topic with their classmates. After reviewing the pros and cons, they watch videos to help them arrive at...
Spark Notes
The Interwar Years (1919-1938): Study Questions
In this online interactive history worksheet, students respond to 10 short answer and essay questions about years between World Wars I and II.
Other
Bible Gateway: John 2: 1 11, Jesus Turns Water to Wine
The Biblical account where Jesus turns water into wine. Students can choose the version of the Bible from which they wish to read the text. Click on "Available Versions" for several available languages.
British Library
British Library: Discovering Literature: Frances Burney's Account of Her 'Terrible Operation'
The diarist and novelist Frances Burney was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1810 and wrote an account of her 'terrible operation' for her sisters. Jenni Murray considers why this is one of the most courageous pieces of writing she has...
BBC
Bbc History: World Wars: World War One: The First Shot: 22 August 1914
Article about the first shot fired by British forces in World War I includes an eye-witness account of a young British cavalryman who was present at the engagement.
BBC
Bbc History: World Wars: World War One: Battle of Tannenberg
An account of the Russian invasion of East Prussia at the start of World War I.
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Idea International: Rwanda: Women Hold Up Half the Parliament [Pdf]
An account of the rise of the political power and strength of the women of Rwanda. The historical background of female oppression and persecution is noted as are the conditions which enabled the female population to follow a different...
First World War
Tank Battle World War 1
A first-hand account of the first tank versus tank battle in World War 1 which occurred in April 1918.
Other
Museum of Chinese in the Americas: Ground One: Voices From Post 911 Chinatown
Choose from a menu of transcribed interviews about the 9/11 experiences of people living in New York's Chinatown. Includes a topic theme search tool.
Other
Fanschool: Blogs for Teachers and Students
Fanschool provides a safe and simple blogging platform for students in both elementary and middle schools. Teachers have administrative control over all student blogs and accounts, and blogs are only viewable by classmates and the...
PBS
Pbs: American Experience: Roads to Memphis
An insightful documentary [1:21:00] of the events leading up to the assassination of Martin L. King by James Earl Ray, and the escape and arrest of the killer. The turbulent political and social background of the time is made clear as is...
War Times Journal
War Times Journal: Great War Series
Archives of eye-witness accounts of events during World War I and in-depth articles discussing the War. Includes "The Red Fighter Pilot," a memoir written by 'The Red Baron' Manfred von Richtofen who died in 1918.
Other
For King and Empire: Canada's Soldiers in the Great War
The For King and Empire website is a must for teachers of the First World War. Soldier day-by-by accounts of the battles at Vimy Ridge and Passchendaele are provided along with authentic war art postcards and songs of the era available...
Mariners' Museum and Park
Mariners' Museum: Henry Hudson
This resource presents an account of the life and voyages of explorer and navigator, Henry Hudson, who sailed and discovered for both the Dutch and English.
OneWorld UK
One World: Tiki the Penguin: Mountains and Ice
A personal account of a trek up a mountain in Peru and a visit to some Inca ruins. Includes a slideshow of the places visited.
Authors Calendar
Author's Calendar: Fyodor Dostoevsky
This site presents an accurate account of the events in the life of Fyodor Dostoevsky. Also includes a bibliography of works by and about the author.
Middlebury College
Middlebury College: Biography of Dostoevsky
This Midlebury College site offers an interesting account of the life of Russian author, Fyodor Dostoevsky. Stresses the tragedies and difficulties of his life, particularly the mock execution he was forced to endure before being exiled...
University of Alberta
University of Alberta: World War I and the Consolidation of Rail Line in Canada
During World War l, 300 miles of rail and other track materials were taken in response by the British Government for rails to be used for military purposes in France. This brief account includes pictures and primary documents.
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Comission
Explore Pa History: Agricultural and Rural Life
Discover the richness of Pennsylvania's agricultural and rural life in this detailed account. Contained within this site are links to video and pictorial images of the era.