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.
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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!
Out of Paw-ffice: White House Pets – A Virtual Professional Development Program
Join the LBJ Presidential Library and the White House Historical Association for “Out of Paw-ffice: White House Pets,” a free program for teachers, on December 2nd.
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.
Primary Sources Related to the Olympics
As the school year winds down, we're looking ahead to the summer – including the 2021 Summer Olympics.
Summer 2021 Professional Development
Find summer professional development opportunities about news literacy, presidents and the Constitution, historical injustices, and youth activism!
Teaching Resources Related to American Presidents
Find primary sources and educational activities for teaching about American Presidents.
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.
Teaching about Elections & Voting
Find primary sources and teaching activities related to elections and voting on our new DocsTeach page.
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.