The Man Before the Monument A History vs. Hollywood Examination On July 3, 2026, Young Washington arrived in American theaters with a striking historical coincidence. I saw the film on July 4, 2026, the anniversary…
Introducing the New Animated History Website I am excited to announce the launch of the new Animated History website, a central home for interactive history and government tools designed for teachers, students, and anyone interested…
Welcome to our exciting new project at Griffith High School, where our US History students will dive deep into one of the most significant social reform efforts in American history: President Lyndon B. Johnson’s War…
Introduction Dive into a hands-on simulation that brings the challenges of sharecropping to life. This activity is designed to help students grasp the economic hardships and systemic inequalities that African American farmers and poor white…
The purpose of this post stems from a time I visited Mount Rushmore. Gazing up, you’re confronted with images of our founding fathers, depicted on a literally “larger than life” scale, which can feel quite…
Before you begin, please read the following entry document which will provide you with some background information about World War II and rationing. World War II was a global conflict that lasted from 1939 to…
Welcome to an impactful educational activity designed to enhance your understanding of the Holocaust through a unique, personal lens. This five-day activity revolves around creating identification cards for children who were victims of the Holocaust,…
I am constantly looking for new simulations to do in my classroom. I found a great set of simulations to do around diplomacy. They were designed by the new National Museum of Diplomacy. I have…
The César E. Chávez Experience focuses on understanding the Migrant Worker’s Rights Movement of the 1950s and 60s. Different scenarios help the students focus on the different aspects of the movement and its leaders. It…
I have always been fascinated by etymology, phrases, and the history of words. That interest led me to a Google tool called the Ngram Viewer, which gives students a valuable way to explore the historical…