Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Timeline of United States History

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Wikipedia encyclopedia presents a timeline of important events that occurred in the United States from the 16th century on. Links are provided throughout this article for additional information on related subjects.
Primary
Library of Congress

World Digital Library: United States History: Timeline

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A collection of primary source materials presented on a timeline that showcase events in the history of the United States from 1625 on. Click on an image to go to a page with descriptive information about each item. Each description has...
Lesson Plan
National Endowment for the Humanities

Neh: Edsit Ement: Eyewitness to History (Lesson Plan)

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Understanding the important events in United States history and being able to recognize how history affects current events are crucial skills for students. This lesson plan lets them examine and analyze important milestones through...
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Library of Congress

Loc: United States & Brazil: Comparing Cultures

For Students 9th - 10th
This bilingual site explores the history of Brazil, interactions between Brazil and the United States from the eighteenth century to the present, and compares and contrasts Brazilian and American culture and history.
eBook
OpenStax

Open Stax: World War Ii 1941 1945: Origins of War: Europe, Asia and United States

For Students 11th - 12th
Examines the conditions that fostered the rise of Fascism and Nazism, the events during the lead-up to the outbreak of war, and what Roosevelt did to help affected nations yet still keep the United States neutral.
Handout
US Mint

United States Mint: History

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the United States Mint and how it was created by the Constitution. Details on coins the Mint has produced, its role in U.S. history, and growth.
Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: United States of America

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of the United States. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion,...
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Other

United States Military Academy at West Point

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource is the official home of the United States Military Academy at West Point. It gives information about the academy, including each of the different programs it offers. It also gives information about the admissions program,...
Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: List of National Symbols of the United States

For Students 3rd - 5th
Provides images and the history of each of the national symbols of the United States.
Activity
US Senate

United States Senate: Senate Chronology

For Students 9th - 10th
A wonderful, detailed timeline of the history of the Senate from its establishment until the present.
PPT
Virginia History Series

Virgina History Series: Virginia State History Post Wwii to Present Day [Pdf]

For Students 6th - 8th
Visualize the major events in the last half of the 20th century such as major wars and civil rights issues through the lens of the state of Virginia. In addition, learn about the pop culture of this time specifically in Virginia. Enjoy...
Activity
Other

International Peace Gardens: International Peace Gardens Canada United States

For Students 9th - 10th
Peace between Canada and the USA is celebratedat the International Peace Gardens which borders North Dakota and Manitoba. Its history and photographs of the immaculate gardens and memorials are included.
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Other

United States of America Snowboard Association

For Students 9th - 10th
USASA is the first governing body exclusively for competitive amateur snowboarding. This resource offers history, USASA rulebook, event schedule, and the latest news.
Handout
History of American Wars

History of American Wars: Cold War Timeline: 1945 1991

For Students 9th - 10th
An extensive timeline examining the causes and events of the Cold War. It is preceded by several paragraphs discussing the shifting relations between the United States and Russia in the lead-up to the Cold War. The timeline begins in...
Unit Plan
US House of Representatives

History, Art, and Archives: Us House of Representatives: Barack Obama

For Students 9th - 10th
Highlights of the career of African American Senator Barack Obama, Democrat from Illinois, 2005-2008. He went on to be elected President of the United States on November 4, 2008.
eBook
OpenStax

Open Stax: Americans and Great War 1914 1919: The United States Prepares for War

For Students 11th - 12th
Details what America did to prepare and execute its entry into World War I, and how the government used propaganda to win public support for the war effort.
Handout
National Women’s History Museum

National Women's History Museum: Betsy Ross

For Students 9th - 10th
Considered essential to the American Revolution, Betsy Ross is credited with sewing the first United States flag
Website
US Senate

The u.s. Senate: The Senate and the United States Constitution

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the United States Senate provides information about the evolution of the Senate as the Constitution was being written by the Constitutional Congress.
eBook
Country Studies US

Country Studies: United States History: The Second New Deal

For Students 9th - 10th
This site describes how as a result of mounting criticisms and a need for more economic relief and recovery, FDR introduced another series of programs, known as the Second New Deal, aimed at fighting unemployment and poverty and...
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Other

National Women's History Project: Women's History Month Quiz

For Students 9th - 10th
A challenging quiz to test one's knowledge of women's history in the United States.
PPT
Virginia History Series

Virginia History Series: Virginia State History Reconstruction to 1900 [Pdf]

For Students 6th - 8th
Much of Virginia was devastated after the Civil War so a period of rebuilding commenced. Follow Reconstruction through the different plans, the effects on African-Americans and the South. This slideshow has pictures,charts, and maps to...
PPT
Virginia History Series

Virginia History Series: Virginia State History 20th Century (1921 1940) [Pdf]

For Students 6th - 8th
The Roaring Twenties was a time of great prosperity in America and Virginia. However, it ended with a bust that shook our country to its core. Imagine the culture of this time with the help of pictures, charts, and maps. This slideshow...
Article
University of Groningen

American History: Essays: The Second Bank of the United States

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes the structure and powers of the Second Bank of the United States.
Website
University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: The Era of Expansion and Reform

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Information about the period in United States history between the Civil War and World War I. The United States was transformed from a rural republic to an urban state.

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