Students research World War II primary source documents and write first person historical point of view stories.

Pupils discuss the contributions of various ethnic groups during World War II prior to visiting the George Bush Gallery of the Pacific War. After the visit, they interview veterans about prejudice during the war or listen to a guesst...

Pupils examine the experiences of African-Americans in the Vietnam War. They illustrate their experiences showing how these events related to the Civil Rights movement. They compare and contrast the views of sailors and officers aboard...

Middle schoolers study the weather that occurred during the invasion of Normandy. They research using the Internet to locate information about the invasion and the meteorologists who helped during the war effort. They

Students use maps, readings, drawings and photos to research the World War II Battle of Attu. They explain the importance of the battle, discuss the valor and loyalty of both American and Japanese troops and analyze sources of historical...

In this George Washington worksheet, students read information about George Washington's life and answer comprehension questions,. Students answer fourteen short answer questions.

Explore the U.S.S. Nevada. Researchers use primary sources, secondary sources, children's books and websites to study the naval ship. Their study commences with a class alphabet book on the ship. Intended to be part of a lesson on...

In this U. S. historical facts worksheet, learners participate in identifying the various leaders being described, identify places described in detail and fill out a map by following the directions given.

Young scholars examine the concept of nuclear waste storage. In this interdisciplinary instructional activity, students research Yucca Mountain in order to compare and contrast opposing views regarding the nuclear waste site there. Young...

Students study the battle for the Serapis. In this measuring distance lesson, students find the North Sea on a globe and find various locations.

In this ESL reading comprehension learning exercise, learners read a short text that explains the different uniforms in the branches of the U.S. military. Students answer 5 questions and write a short essay response.

In this reading comprehension/ holiday worksheet, students read a passage about Armed Forces Day which is celebrated on the third Saturday in May in the US. They answer 6 short answer, fill in the blank questions based on the reading.

Fifth graders explore the role of African American troops in World War I. In this World War I instructional activity, 5th graders analyze a collection of letters from an African American soldier. Students create...

Students discuss how American and Great Britian attacked Afghanistan after September 11. They analyze different types of aircraft, missiles, and munitiions used in the attacks in Afghanistan.

In this World War I and World War II chronological events worksheet, students examine the timeline cards. The cards may be cut out so that students may study the chronology of events.

In this President Richard M. Nixon worksheet, students read a two page biography about this president. They answer 8 multiple choice questions based on the reading.

In this sinusoidal model worksheet, students use the sinusoidal model to solve word problems about the hours of daylight in Anchorage, Alaska. Students complete 5 problems.

Students examine the events of Pearl Harbor through photographs, timelines and primary source documents. They research many different sources and discover the need to have more than one point of view. They write a newspaper article...

Students examine the Colorado quarter reverse and draw symbols of the state's land and water features on maps. Using copies of the Colorado reverse, they color the coin design. They list reasons for the state's motto of "Colorful Colorado"

Students discover that seaweed/algae is a small part of the resources the oceans provide. By investigating common household products, students discover that human senses are not enough to detect the presence of seaweed/algae in food.

In this Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry worksheet, students read a 3 page article and then answer 10 statements as true or false.

Students investigate issues of race in the military by examining current and historic examples.

Young scholars read the history of John Brown. Using the internet, they research commentaries on the raid at Harper's Ferry. After observing a painting, "The Last Moments of John Brown," students analyze and write about what they see,...

Students read about the accomplishments of John Paul Jones and the Continental Marines. They explore famous quotes and mottos, i.e. "Semper Fidelis." Students discuss other quotes or mottos by famous people in history. They discuss...