This interactive guide to the U.S. Constitution provides the original text and an explanation of the meaning of each article and amendment. The guide is an excellent research tool for students to use to gain a deeper understanding of one of our nation’s founding documents and the establishment of the federal government. 

The National Archives safeguards many records related to the September 11, 2001, attacks on the United States, including those of the 9/11 Commission, the 9/11 Federal Aviation Administration records, and the records of the George W. Bush Presidential Library.  Use these resources to enhance instruction on 9/11.

Looking for engaging and easy-to-use social studies worksheets and activities? You’re in the right place! Whether you're teaching U.S. History, World History, Civics and Government, or World Geography, you'll find free, printable PDF resources here that are classroom-tested and student-approved.

These lessons are designed by an experienced teacher to help you save time, boost student learning, and make your social studies class more interactive and fun.

 Students will use the American Battlefield Trust Gettysburg 360 Virtual Tour to study certain moments of the battle and analyze how the natural and man-made environment affected the maneuvers, strategies, and tactics used during the battle as well as how these factors impacted the outcome of the battle. 

Lesson Plan: D-Day stories From WWII Veterans

Ken Burns and his collaborators have been creating historical documentary films for more than forty years. Known for a signature style that brings primary source documents, images, and archival video footage to life on screen, these films present the opportunity to pose thought-provoking questions for students, and introduce new ideas, perspectives, and primary sources.  

Text-Dependent Analysis (TDA) Prompt: The American Revolution (Example)

PDE TDA Toolkit 

TeacherServer Social Studies A.I. Tools

Black History Month Resource Guide for Educators and Families

The Emancipation Proclamation Interactive Lesson & Resources for Teachers

Battle of the Bulge Lesson and Activities for Teachers

PBS Resources & Videos on the Battle of the Bulge

Veteran's Day & The Meaning of Sacrifice 

Use this PBS NewsHour Classroom lesson plan to help students honor the service and explore the challenges facing our nation's veterans today.

Students are guided through an inquiry-based assessment of the Electoral College that will deepen their understanding of the electoral process and inspire more informed civic engagement. They will learn the history behind the creation of the Electoral College, explore its pros and cons, and discuss how it shapes our modern political system. 

American Battlefield Trust: Antietam

Remembering the 162nd anniversary of the Battle of Antietam (September 17th, 1862)  and it's significance to the American Civil War & today.