US History Teaching Resources
Browse printable US history worksheets, Google Slide decks that cover the various eras in United States history, historical figure studies, writing activities, constructed responses and so much more to guide your students through the story of our nation.
Created by teachers, each American history resource in this resource collection is curriculum-aligned, and you'll find engaging options to bring centuries of US history to life for the kids in your elementary or middle school classroom!
See your students' eyes light up as they reach those all-important "aha moments" while learning about the history of the United States from the colonial era to today.
Best of all, every resource in this collection has been carefully curated and reviewed by a social studies teacher on our team to ensure it's ready for the classroom so you can spend less time planning and more time wandering the path of America's history with hands-on history activities!
How to Teach US History in Elementary School
This American History teaching collection includes digital and printable teacher resources for teaching about:
- Colonial America
- American Revolution
- Westward Expansion
- Civil War
- Civil Rights Movement
- Women's Rights Movement
- Black History Month
- And more!
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The Middle Colonies - Image Board Worksheet
Create a visual representation of the characteristics of the Middle colonies with an image board worksheet.
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13 Colonies Map Labeling Worksheet
Locate and identify the 13 original colonies of the United States with a map labeling worksheet.
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Causes of the American Revolution Note-Taking Templates
Discover the causes of the American Revolution with a group of Revolutionary War graphic organizers.
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The New England Colonies - Graphic Organizer
Organize your students’ thoughts and knowledge of the original thirteen colonies with a graphic organizer.
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The New England Colonies - Instructional Slide Deck
Guide your students on a trip through American history with an instructional slide deck depicting life in the New England Colonies.
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The French and Indian War - Crossword Puzzle
Review French and Indian War vocabulary with a crossword puzzle.
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French and Indian War - Note Taking Template
Provide your learners with an organized method of note-taking with a French and Indian War note-taking template.
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Social Studies Story Map - The French and Indian War
Combine literary plot diagrams and Social Studies standards with a French and Indian war story map worksheet.
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French and Indian War - Brochure Project Template
Create a graphic summary of the French and Indian War with a brochure template.
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The French and Indian War - Word Search
Build academic vocabulary skills with a French and Indian War word search.
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The French and Indian War - Cloze Activity
Build vocabulary and understanding of the French and Indian War with a cloze reading passage worksheet.
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The Boston Massacre Reading and Writing Worksheets
Integrate Reading and Social Studies content with a set of Boston Massacre worksheets.
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The Intolerable Acts Worksheets
Practice close reading strategies, vocabulary, and writing skills with an Intolerable Acts worksheet and writing prompt.
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Boston Tea Party Reading and Writing Pack
Enhance your students' close reading strategies, vocabulary, and writing skills with a Boston Tea Party reading passage and accompanying activities.
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Boston Massacre Passage and Writing Prompt Worksheet
Learn facts about the Boston Massacre with an informational reading passage and an informational writing prompt for fourth grade.
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Lewis and Clark Expedition - Crossword Puzzle
Practice and review vocabulary associated with the Lewis and Clark Expedition using a crossword puzzle.
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American Pioneers Graphic Organizer
Summarize the journey of the American Pioneer with a graphic organizer worksheet.
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Pioneer Vocabulary Worksheets
Practice and review vocabulary associated with the American pioneer using a vocabulary review worksheet pack.
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Westward Expansion Tri-Fold Brochure Learning Log
Demonstrate knowledge of Westward Expansion with an end of unit brochure project.
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Westward Expansion Visual Word Wall
Build vocabulary with a visual/picture word wall aligned with your Westward Expansion unit of study.
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Lewis and Clark Expedition Worksheet - Graphic Organizer
Summarize a unit of study on the Lewis and Clark expedition with a who, what, where, when, and why graphic organizer.
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U.S. Government - Vocabulary Match
Build vocabulary of government concepts with a U.S. government vocabulary matching activity.
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The Lewis and Clark Expedition - KWL-Anticipation Guide
Introduce a unit of study on the Lewis and Clark expedition with a KWL chart and anticipation guide.
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George Washington Printable Book
Read and learn about the father of our country, George Washington, with a printable reader and activity book.
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Alexander Hamilton Printable Mini Book
A mini-book about a Founding Father is the perfect tool for your students to use when learning about Alexander Hamilton.
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Marshall vs. Tubman Differentiated Paired Passage Worksheets
Combine reading and history content with differentiated reading comprehension worksheets.
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Memorial Day Teaching Presentation
Reflect and show respect on Memorial Day with this informative teaching presentation.
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The Oregon Trail Board Game
Engage and excite your students to learn about traveling on the Oregon Trail with an eventful board game!
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I Have a Dream - Speech Analysis Activity
Review MLK's "I Have a Dream" speech text and explore the metaphors he used to convey his message through the accompanying questions.
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Who Is Ruby Bridges? – Shared Reading and Activity
Read along to learn about Ruby Bridges and her role in desegregation with this 14-slide PowerPoint presentation.
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Ruby Bridges – Comprehension Task
Review our profile on 6-year-old civil rights figure Ruby Bridges, and answer questions to reinforce understanding.
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Black History Profile: Amelia Boynton - Comprehension Worksheet
Review our profile on civil rights activist Amelia Boynton and answer questions to reinforce understanding.