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TEACHING AMERICAN HISTORY GRANT - HISTORY CONNECTIONS
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THIS DAY IN HISTORY
Find out what happened on this day in history!
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THE CIVIL WAR
How well do you know the Civil War? View this Brain Pop Movie then take the quiz and see how well you do!
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THE BILL OF RIGHTS
Another quiz!! How well do you know our Constitution's Bill of Rights? View this Brain Pop Movie then try the quiz to see for yourself!
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ABRAHAM LINCOLN
Created by Northern Illinois University on our 16th president, this site has many links to primary sources and lots of great information!

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GETTYSBURG FOR KIDS
Make a visit to Gettysburg National Park on the Internet!
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MORE ON THE CIVIL WAR
The American Civil War Homepage gathers together in one place hypertext links to the most useful identified electronic files about the American Civil War 1861-1865. This site was founded with the intent of collecting copies of or links to as many primary documents from the period of the secession crisis as is reasonably possible, with the goal of shedding light on the causes of secession, hence of the war.
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THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD
Find out more about the Underground Railroad! You will also find a map of the most common directions of escape taken on the Underground Railroad and maps of individual states that mark the location of the historic properties.
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SALEM WITCH TRIALS
Check out this website to find out about the hysteria in Salem Village in 1692 that resulted in 25 deaths.

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The Learning Page
An interactive, "hands on" experience and focus on specific history topics rather than broad themes. These require teacher direction but invite students to participate.
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Digital History
Using new technology to bring resources in American History to students and teachers. This is a fabulous web site for both students and teachers!
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World War I-The Great War
Check out this web site to learn about the Great War, better known to us now as World War I. What were the causes? How did the U.S. become involved?
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Black History Month
Black History Month reflects on, celebrates, and honors the African-American experience from the times of slavery through present day. Black culture, talent, and expression have played an enormous role in shaping America.

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