Lesson Plan
Heritage Foundation

Substantive Amendments: Amendments I and II

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
The First and Second Amendments remain some of the most famous, even to this day. Learners read about several clauses from the US Constitution through a variety of captivating activities including before and after reading, group work,...
Assessment
New York State Education Department

Regents High School Examination: United States History and Government, August 17, 2010

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this United States history and government standardized test practice learning exercise, learners respond to 50 multiple-choice, one essay, and 14 short-answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of United States...
Assessment
New York State Education Department

Regents High School Examination: United States History and Government, June 18, 2010

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this United States history and government standardized test practice learning exercise, students respond to 50 multiple-choice, one essay, and 14 short-answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of United States...
Lesson Plan
New York State Education Department

Regents High School Examination: United States History and Government, January 28, 2010

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this United States history and government standardized test practice worksheet, high schoolers respond to 50 multiple-choice, one essay, and 14 short-answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of United States...
Assessment
New York State Education Department

Regents High School Examination: United States History and Government, August 12, 2009

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this United States history and government standardized test practice learning exercise, learners respond to 50 multiple-choice, one essay, and 14 short-answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of United States...
Assessment
New York State Education Department

Regents High School Examination: United States History and Government, June 16, 2009

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this United States history and government standardized test practice activity, young scholars respond to 50 multiple-choice, one essay, and 14 short-answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of United States history...
Assessment
New York State Education Department

Regents High School Examination: United States History and Government, January 24, 2008

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this United States history and government standardized test practice worksheet, students respond to 50 multiple-choice, one essay, and 14 short-answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of United States history and...
Assessment
New York State Education Department

Regents High School Examination: United States History and Government, August 16, 2007

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this United States history and government standardized test practice activity, young scholars respond to 50 multiple-choice, one essay, and 14 short-answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of United States history...
Assessment
New York State Education Department

Regents High School Examination: United States History and Government, June 19, 2007

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this United States history and government standardized test practice activity, students respond to 50 multiple-choice, one essay, and 14 short-answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of United States history and...
Assessment
New York State Education Department

Regents High School Examination: United States History and Government, January 25, 2007

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this United States history and government standardized test practice worksheet, learners respond to 50 multiple-choice, one essay, and 14 short-answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of United States history and...
Assessment
New York State Education Department

Regents High School Examination: United States History and Government, June 21, 2005

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this United States history and government standardized test practice worksheet, high schoolers respond to 50 multiple-choice, one essay, and 12 short-answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of United States...
Assessment
New York State Education Department

Regents High School Examination: United States History and Government, August 17, 2004

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this United States history and government standardized test practice learning exercise, young scholars respond to 50 multiple-choice, one essay, and 12 short-answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of United...
Assessment
New York State Education Department

Regents High School Examination: United States History and Government, June 16, 2004

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this United States history and government standardized test practice worksheet, students respond to 50 multiple-choice, one essay, and 14 short-answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of United States history and...
Assessment
New York State Education Department

Regents High School Examination: United States History and Government, January 28, 2004

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this United States history and government standardized test practice learning exercise, young scholars respond to 50 multiple-choice, one essay, and 14 short-answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of United...
Interactive
Curated OER

Chart Reading - Uninsured in the United States of America

For Students 9th - 12th
In this chart reading worksheet, students click on the links to read different charts about health insurance in the United States and then answer short answer questions about it. Students complete 7 questions total.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Introduction to the United States Map

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students explore the United States using a map. In this map lesson, students discover how to use a United States map and a globe to locate places.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Book: Latino Economics in the United States: Job Diversity

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students, after reading Chapter 1 in the book, "Latino Economics in the United States: Job Diversity," write an essay that compares the cultural as well as the historical factors (experiences with jobs, discrimination, education, etc.)...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Child Labor Laws in the United States and the State of Nebraska

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Young scholars examine child labor laws. In this social justice lesson, students compare and contrast child labor laws of the United States and the state of Nebraska. Young scholars research primary sources and complete the included...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Analyzing Primary and Secondary Sources to Assess the Decisions and Policies of Sitting Bull, Red Cloud, and the U.S. Government

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine U.S. policies regarding Native Americans. In this Native American history lesson, students analyze provided primary and secondary sources concerning Red Cloud, Sitting Bull, and the Dawes Act. Students use the provided...
Activity
US Institute of Peace

Simulation on Northern Ireland: One Step at a Time - The Derry March and Prospects for Peace

For Students 9th - Higher Ed Standards
Where does tradition fit in a divided community with violence on both sides? Scholars learn about the marches in Northern Ireland and the many issues surrounding them. They take on roles in the community and try to convince others of...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Turning the Tide in Europe, 1942-1944

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students identify the reasons why the U.S. government decided to focus on the defeat of Germany and Japan and assess the wisdom of this decision. They analyze the magnitude of the U-Boat threat in the Atlantic.
Activity
US Institute of Peace

Simulation on The Cambodia Peace Settlement

For Students 9th - Higher Ed Standards
Can there be peace in Cambodia? Immerse your class in a realistic negotiation setting during a riveting simulation. Learners assume the roles of key players in a group sparring with an opposing group to try to achieve peace in the midst...
Lesson Plan
National Endowment for the Humanities

Slavery and the American Founding: The "Inconsistency Not to Be Excused"

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
High schoolers examine slavery in the revolutionary and colonial eras of the United States. In this slavery lesson, students investigate the presence of slavery in early America, the language of the Constitution, and the intent of the...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The President's Roles and Responsibilities: Understanding the President's Job

For Teachers K - 2nd
Young scholars examine the roles and responsibilites of the president of the U.S. They identify and discuss the three branches of U.S. government, view and discuss a White House Photo essay online, and create a class book entitled, 'If I...