History Teaching Resources
Bring history to life in your elementary or middle school classroom with printable worksheets, activities, games and more curriculum-aligned resources ready to add to your lesson plans!
This collection of history teacher resources covers important moments from America's past, plus moments in world history important to cover in your classroom. Whether you're teaching your 1st grade class about Martin Luthur King Jr., introducing your 2nd graders to Harriet Tubman and other important historical figures, reviewing the Revolutionary and Civil wars with your 3rd graders or revisiting the civil rights movement with 5th and 6th grade students, there are printable and digital resources ready for you in this collection.
Build your students' critical thinking skills and build the next generation of informed, active citizens with lesson plans rich in historical stories that engage kids and make them more curious about the past.
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Lewis and Clark Worksheet - RACES Writing Strategy
Practice using the RACES writing strategy for text evidence with a Lewis and Clark Passage, graphic organizer, and worksheet.
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Printable Wanted Poster Template Pack
Use a 'Wanted' poster template to encourage your students to research and write about historical figures and more!
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Amelia Earhart Constructed Response Worksheet
Use this passage, second grade writing prompt, and worksheet to help students write a constructed response paragraph about Amelia Earhart.
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George Washington Comprehension Worksheet - Primary Grades
Read and learn about the father of our country, George Washington, with a reading passage and comprehension questions.
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The Pony Express Worksheet- Comprehension Passage
Teach your students how to write a constructed response paragraph and integrate grade level Social studies concepts with a free Pony Express worksheet and ten-question comprehension assessment.
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Printable Map of Native American Tribes of North America
Print and use a detailed map showing the regions of native American tribes.
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Biography Cube
Research and create an interactive biography for a historical figure.
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Boston Tea Party - RACES Writing Strategy Worksheet
Integrate reading, writing, and American history with a worksheet about the Boston Tea Party using the RACES writing strategy for text evidence.
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Moving West- Constructed Response Writing Worksheet
Teach your students how to write a good constructed response and integrate grade level Social studies concepts with a Westward Expansion-based Constructed Response worksheet and graphic organizer.
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Mexican Cession- Constructed Response Passage Worksheet
Teach your students how to write a good constructed response and integrate grade level Social studies concepts with a Mexican Cession-based Constructed Response worksheet and graphic organizer.
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A Historic Movement – Teaching Presentation
Introduce students to the people and events of the American civil rights movement with this 17-slide PowerPoint presentation.
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Timeline
Craft an illustrated timeline for students to visually explore the major events in Martin Luther King, Jr.'s life.
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Statue of Liberty Comprehension Worksheet
Print a Statue of Liberty comprehension worksheet that encourages students to apply a range of reading strategies.
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Westward Expansion Reading Comprehension Worksheet Pack
Enhance your students' close reading strategies, vocabulary, and writing skills with a Westward Expansion reading comprehension worksheet pack.
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Migration & Immigration PowerPoint / Slides Presentation
Introduce your students to human migration and immigration with in-depth Immigration PowerPoint presentations.
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How to Draw a Ship - Directed Drawing Activity
Learn to draw a ship with a fun, directed drawing activity sheet.
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Articles of Confederation Comprehension Pack
Teach your students the history of the American government with an reading comprehension passage and questions about the Articles of Confederation.
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Colonial Jobs - Colonial Tradesmen Research Project
Read, research, and learn about the different types of trades and colonial tradesmen during colonial times.
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Reading Activity Pack
Apply a range of reading comprehension strategies to learn about Martin Luther King, Jr.
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European Explorers Mini Flipbooks
Introduce your students to the many famous explorers of the Age of Exploration by having them complete a miniature explorer flip book.
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Native Americans of the Southwest Mini Book
Explore the rich history and traditions of the Southwest Native American tribes with a printable mini-book.
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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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Lewis and Clark Expedition - Cloze Worksheet
Practice and review concepts associated with the Lewis and Clark Expedition using a cloze passage.
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Memorial Day Teaching Presentation
Reflect and show respect on Memorial Day with this informative teaching presentation.
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Black History Profile: Shirley Chisholm - Comprehension Worksheet
Review our profile on Congresswoman and first Black presidential candidate Shirley Chisholm, and answer questions to reinforce understanding.
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My Research Project - Pennant Banner
Create a pennant banner for students to record and display their biography research.
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Who Is Martin Luther King, Jr? - Shared Reading and Activity
Use this 13-slide PowerPoint as a collaborative reading exercise about Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Biography Timeline Worksheet
Download this biography timeline template to help students organize key life events for a person's biography with a clear, structured format.
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Immigration Worksheets - 4th & 5th Grade Reading Comprehension Pack
Use our printable Immigration Worksheets to introduce your students to the concept of immigration and the reasons why people migrate to new countries.
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Word Wall - Earth's History Vocabulary Cards
Introduce your students to Earth's history with a printable vocabulary word wall.
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The History of the Olympic Games Teaching Slides
Give your students a comprehensive overview of the history of the Olympic Games with an interactive teaching slide deck.
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Famous Inventor Project - Biography Pennant Banners
Demonstrate learning about the most influential inventors and innovators in history with a fun pennant banner template.