17 Test Review Game Ideas for Middle & High School
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Voting Before It Was Legal: Three Women Who Challenged America in the 1870s
Three women believed that the Constitution protected their right to vote. They went to Congress (Victoria Woodhull), tried to register
Mabel Ping-Hua Lee: Suffragist, Feminist, and Missionary
Mabel Ping-Hua Lee (1896-1966) immigrated from China as a young girl thanks to an educational scholarship. Her father had come
Eight Nazi Saboteurs, One Failed Mission: A WWII Tale
German saboteurs landed in the United States in June 1942 with plans to attack factories, power stations, and commit other
Abraham Lincoln and the Suspension of Habeas Corpus
John Merryman was arrested for treason in the early days of the Civil War. Merryman is famous because President Lincoln
The Many Sides of Benedict Arnold: Hero, General, Traitor
The name “Benedict Arnold” is now used to label someone as a horrible traitor. Many people only know him as
Charles Sumner: A Founder of A New Birth of Freedom
Charles Sumner (1811-74) played an important role in the abolition of slavery and helped to frame three amendments protecting basic
The Northwest Ordinance: America’s First Blueprint for Liberty and Self-Government
The Northwest Ordinance (1787) was the first step in making our expanding nation into an empire of liberty. Congress, even
“Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death”: The Words That Shaped a Nation
Patrick Henry famously declared, “Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death” in March 1775. He declared that the British had
Constitutional Lessons: State Powers and Responsibilities
We are the United States, a nation made up of fifty states. The Constitution respects federalism, a division of power
Herod the Great: The Troubled Life of A Biblical Villian
Herod the Great (73-4 BCE) was a successful but controversial king of Roman Palestine. He was born in the final
The Psaki Approach: Elevating Educator Communication Skills
Good communication skills are essential for a successful teaching career. Jen Psaki, President Biden’s press secretary, provides helpful advice in
Unlocking Growth: How to Measure and Enhance Student Progress
Assessments and evaluations are essential tools that give teachers a window into the real effectiveness of their lesson plans. Through
Riding Into History: The Story of the American Cowboy
Cowboys played a significant role in the settlement of the American West and are powerful symbols of American life. The
Tracing Human Rights: The Historical Path from Magna Carta to Universal Declaration
Human rights are obligations that government and society must fulfill. Some rights limit governmental power, including freedom of speech and
Enhancing Your Historical Analysis: Techniques and Tips
Historical analysis is a detailed examination of historical events. We carefully examine our sources of information. Source analysis involves selecting,
Building Blocks of History: How Historical Skills Shape Our Understanding
History skills are the building blocks to understanding our past. Historical thinking skills allow us to look at events like
Historical Analysis: What Are Propaganda Posters?
Propaganda is an attempt to influence people through words and images. Propaganda posters are snapshots of the past. They provide
The Imperfect Mirror: Reflecting on How Biases Shape Historical Studies
History is the study of our past. It is not a neutral recording of information. Our different points of view
Historical Analysis Skills: Interpreting Political Cartoons
A political or editorial cartoon is a drawing that provides critical opinions about an economic, social, or political event or
Mastering Photograph Interpretation for Historical Analysis
Photographs are wondrous primary sources in historical research. They provide snapshots of the past. Nonetheless, photographs are not merely neutral.
The Reign of Ngwenyama Sobhuza: A Look at Swaziland’s Golden Era
Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain died in 2022 after reigning for over seventy years. Her rule was the second-longest
Glossary of Words You Need To Know About the Scientific Revolution
The rebirth of knowledge in Western Europe, known as the Renaissance, revolutionalized society. People saw the world in a new
Group Work in History Class: Engage Your Students with These Fun and Interactive Methods
As a high school history teacher, I’m always looking for ways to make my lessons more engaging and interactive. Group