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National Council for Social Studies Standatrds and Strategie

NCSS Introduction
This information gives you an overview upon which the teaching of the social studies should be based.
NCSS Strands
This section defines and explains the ten thematic strands that form the basis of the social studies standards.
ReadingQuest
A website designed for social studies teachers who wish to more effectively engage their students with content in their class.

Primary Sources--Enhancement for the learning process.

Using Primary Sources on the Web
This brief guide is designed to provide students and researchers with information to help them evaluate the internet sources and
Using Primary Sources on the Internet to Teach and Learn History
Primary Source (1) types and uses, (2) using the Internet to obtain, and (3) exemplary Web sites for.
U.S. Documents from the Library of Congress
The basics
Image Collection from the Library of Congress
History and Events
History Matters
Searchable
Library of Congress American Memory
Searchable
The Digital Librarian
A very long list of websites dedicated to history
National Archives
Searchable
Historical Image Collection
Searchable
Our Documents
compiled by the National Archives and Records Administration
Civil War
One of the largest and most comprehensive collections of Civil War related material available on the Internet.
Collaborative Digitization Program
western U.S. from mid 1800s (Searchable)
Historical Documents
a list of links to other web sites
Medieval and Renaissance
History of Medieval & Renaissance Europe: Primary Documents
Internet Medieval Sourcebook
extensive list of links to medival records and documents
Collaborative Digitization Programs in the United States
The National Archives Experience DOCS TEACH
Activities | Documents

Social Studies Lessons

Integrating OurDocuments.gov into the Classroom
click Tools for Educators, and then click Integrating OurDocuments.gov into the Classroom
National Geographic Xpeditions
Searchable
PBS
PowerPoint Presentations
Econ Ed Link
Searchable
Primary Source Learning
adjustable to the elementary level
LessonPlanz
Divided by grade levels
Native American
A to Z Teacher Stuff
very similar to LessonPlanz above
National Educational Technology Standards for Students
Scroll down to the Social Studies section
Smithsonian Education
Searchable, but limited
Mr. Donn
Lesson plans and other resources - worth a look
Edsitement
You might want to use the search feature to narrow your focus
Lesson Plans Page
Good site, but with pop ups
Library of Congress
Several lessons for older students, but they can be adjusted as needed
Lesson Plans from California State University, Northridge
A veritable plethora of web sites with lesson plans and more
The Educator's Reference Desk
You can browse Social Studies or use a keyword search
The National Archives
Ideas
Searchable lesson plans from the Wisconsin school system geared toward their curriculum but adjustable
Discovery Education
Searchable
Dr. King's Dream
In this lesson, students will learn about the life and work of civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr.
Ben Franklin
Discovery Chanel Lesson

Activities-Textbook and Publishers

Activities-Information and Multimedia

Library of Congress
National Geographic Xpeditions
Internet 4 Classrooms
Links to several activities sorted by grade level
Java and Flash Games
Ben's Guide
Native American Games
GeoNet Game
U.S. Census Bureau
Primary Source Learning
Activities for students
Primary Source Learning
Activities for teachers
History Globe
Jamestown, Oregon Trail, Anglo/Apache conflicts
Heraldry Game
Click 2 History
A lot of free information, but a subscription is required for the entire site.
AOL School
Geared to the primary grades
Apples 4 the Teacher
A collection of activities divided by topic
Growth of a Nation
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Early America
A variety of multimedia information
Movies of Early America
From the same site above
Pathways to Freedom
Interactive, multimedia site dedicated to the Underground Railroad
Unitedstreaming
Frederick County has a license

Activities-Timelines and Maps