Use political cartoons to engage your students in a discussion of what Congress is, how it works, and what it does.
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Freedom of the Press Under Stress
This post is part of our series on the Bill of Rights. We’re highlighting primary sources selected to help students explore core concepts found within the Bill of Rights, and how they’ve impacted American history. This year marks the 225th anniversary of the ratification of the first 10 amendments to the Constitution, known as the Bill of Rights. The National Archives is commemorating the occasion with … Continue reading Freedom of the Press Under Stress
Ready. Set. Transcribe!
New transcriptions will be included on DocsTeach — our online tool for teaching with documents!
Permission to “Take it to the Streets”
The right of the people to peaceably assemble is guaranteed in the Bill of Rights. But what happens when a city requires a group to obtain a permit to do so?
A Primary Source Transcription Mission!
We're inviting students, teachers, and learners of all ages to make primary sources more accessible by transcribing them.
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Our sessions cover the Bill of Rights, the amendment process, civics, and teaching NHD and C3 with primary sources.
New Chinese Exclusion Act Book and Course!
Students can explore the impact of the Chinese Exclusion Act, and the personal stories of those it touched, through these new learning tools.
An Updated DocsTeach is Coming Your Way
We've begun an overhaul of DocsTeach.org, our popular online tool for teaching with documents. Look for our new site in late winter!
You’re Invited to Our Educators’ Open House
Come and bring your colleagues to our second annual open house, an evening filled with resources and ideas for you and your students.
Congress Creates the Bill of Rights App: Android and PDF Release
Congress Creates the Bill of Rights app is now available for Android devices.