Treaty of Paris on webpage

Milestone Documents in American History

A new resource from the National Archives – Milestone Documents – provides access to primary sources that highlight pivotal moments in the course of American history and government.

Former President Herbert Hoover sitting with German Chancellor Adolf Hitler in Hitler's home

When Hoover met Hitler, a Lesson in Media Literacy

Students can study press coverage of a 1938 meeting between former President Hoover and Adolf Hitler to learn about media literacy, conflicting primary sources, and Constitutional rights. Join us February 1st for a free, interactive program for students in grades 4-12!

The Presidential Primary Sources Project, January - March 2022, on a blue flag with red stripes made of pencils

Free Online Programs on the Presidency Begin January 18th

The Presidential Primary Sources Project offers a series of free, standards-aligned, 45-minute interactive webinars for students in grades 4-12.

Anne Frank Tree installation on the grounds of the Clinton Presidential Library

Summer 2021 Professional Development

Find summer professional development opportunities about news literacy, presidents and the Constitution, historical injustices, and youth activism!

Ronald Reagan giving a speech in Berlin

Teaching Resources Related to American Presidents

Find primary sources and educational activities for teaching about American Presidents.

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Lincoln’s 1863 Thanksgiving Proclamation

In the new teaching activity "Lincoln's 1863 Thanksgiving Proclamation," students learn the origins of Thanksgiving, then examine President Lincoln’s 1863 Thanksgiving Proclamation that created a national holiday.

Elections & Voting, with campaign buttons and Electoral vote tally document

Teaching about Elections & Voting

Find primary sources and teaching activities related to elections and voting on our new DocsTeach page.

Summer Student Programs and Teacher Professional Development

Summer & Fall Online Student Programs and Professional Development Webinars for Educators

Join us online this summer and fall! We have programs for K-12 students and professional development for educators.