The reading of a contextual essay launches a study of Black Americans who served in Congress from 1870 through 1887. Young historians identify the African Americans who served during this period, investigate the ways they won national...

Clear up "lame duck" congressional confusion with this political cartoon analysis worksheet. Background information on the concept's history and current use is provided, and 2 cartoons give a past and present context. Three talking...

Imagine a activity that models for learners how to separate facts from opinions. How to detect bias. How to evaluate a source of information. How to identify propaganda. Although designed for middle schoolers, the activities in this...

Students explain the presidential duties and who is eligible to run for president. In this The White House or Bust article, students complete a map of the electoral college. In addition students analyze historical campaign posters....

In this reading comprehension worksheet, students read a passage on the United States "new president", George W. Bush. They then answer 7 questions on what they read. This information is not current.

Students examine sectionalism. In this sectionalism lesson, students explore reasons sectionalism developed. Students realize the conflicts that led to the Civil War and how sectionalism affected citizens on the border of Kansas and...

Students follow a flowchart that describes the process of electing the American president and vice-president. They create a flowchart that explains some aspect of the US government.

Students discover one of the restrictions forced on women of the early 1900s. In this civil rights lesson, students investigate suffrage and why women were not allowed to vote in the early twentieth century. Students create a mock...

In this crossword puzzle worksheet, students find 20 terms related to the Constitution by reading the clues and complete the puzzle.

With your middle schoolers, develop concepts such as philanthropy, civic responsibility, community service, and common good. Discuss famous philanthropists and what we can each give of our time, talent and treasure to better our...

Eleventh graders examine the presidency of Lincoln.  In this American History lesson, 11th graders watch various videos on Lincoln and the Civil War.  Students read and answer questions. 

Inform your class about foreign policy during the Reagan administration. The resource includes a reading passage that gives an overview of foreign policy decisions made during the Reagan administration and nine questions for pupils to...

High schoolers read an online article in order to participate in a discussion and writing activity based on it.

“. . .different men often see the same subject in different lights. . .” but the great orator Patrick Henry used all the skills at his command to craft a speech to convince listeners to see things as he did--that liberty was worth dying...

Eleventh graders examine the political reform movement in South Carolina spearheaded by "Pitchfork" Ben Tillman. In this South Carolina history lesson, 11th graders examine primary and secondary sources regarding Tillman...

In this ESL/EFL reading comprehension lesson, students read an article entitled, "Impeach Tony Blair." They participate in discussion activities, debates, and answer a variety of question types based on their comprehension of the article.

In this antonyms worksheet, students read two short passages and determine which word in each paragraph is an antonym of complete, before, same, against and loser.

Students analyze primary sources to determine the effects of the Great Depression on American society. They evaluate how government expanded during this time period because of New Deal legislation.

An in-depth profile of George W. Bush. Content includes information on his personal life and education, his political career and business ventures before becoming President of the United States in 2000, perceptions of his public image...

Interesting and easy-to-read biography on George W. Bush, the 43rd president of the United States. Written at the time of his first election as president.

Comprehensive facts about George W. Bush and his presidency. Includes biography, election results, cabinet members, odd facts, and notable events.

Which president owned a professional baseball team? Explore with AmericanPresident.org to discover more facts about George W. Bush. He is currently serving as the 43rd President of the United States.

An excellent and thorough website that explores the Election 2000. Includes information on the presidential race and election, as well as the races and elections for Congress and state governors. Also includes extensive coverage of the...

Comprehensive facts about George H. W. Bush and his presidency. Includes biography, election results, cabinet members, odd facts, and notable events.