Free Lessons About Black Medal of Honor Recipients
February 11, 2025
Black History Month is a time to honor the sacrifices made by Black individuals and the profound impact they have had on our nation – shaping what it is today…
The Sound of Freedom: Teach Students the Impact of Music During War
As music educators, you understand the power of music to move, inspire, and connect. But have you considered its profound impact during times of war? More than just entertainment, war…
Black History Month Resources for Educators
February 7, 2025
Each February, Black History Month provides a vital opportunity to celebrate the remarkable contributions of African Americans who have shaped our nation's history. Among these contributions are the powerful legacies…
Philip Goettel: The Flag Wasn’t Enough
January 30, 2025
Throughout October and November 1863 a series of encounters took place between Robert E. Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia and the Union’s Army of the Cumberland. Those encounters would become…
Two “New” Medal of Honor Recipients: William Simon Harris and James W. McIntyre
January 29, 2025
January 2025 saw the addition of 9 Medal of Honor awards to the official Medal of Honor Roll. On January 3, President Joseph R. Biden awarded the Medal of Honor…
Breaking Barriers: A Free Lesson About African American Soldiers in the Civil War
January 24, 2025
History's most powerful lessons often lie in the stories we haven't heard enough. When we think of the Civil War, certain images and narratives dominate our understanding - but what…
Teaching Students to Appreciate Diversity in the Classroom with a Free Lesson
January 15, 2025
In a nation built on the ideals of freedom, equality, and opportunity, understanding and appreciating diversity is more than just a classroom lesson. It’s a cornerstone of what makes our…
Hail to the Commander-In-Chief: Medal of Honor Recipients Attend the Presidential Inauguration
By Katie Cayer, Assistant Archivist & Curator Every four years, people across the country head to the polls to exercise their rights as they vote for the next President of…
Character Development Lesson for Teaching Irony
December 20, 2024
Whether you’re teaching high school or middle school students, it probably feels like irony is already their second language. But there’s a difference between understanding and unpacking irony in literature…
FREE Lessons About the Importance of Sacrifice | Middle & High School
In a world where it can feel like self-interest reigns supreme, the concept of sacrifice can feel outdated and scarcely found. But sacrifice fuels progress and propels our country forward.…