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A Conversation with Steven Spielberg: Using Schindler’s List in the Classroom
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Neolithic Revolution Lesson 2
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Neolithic Revolution Lesson 2

Handout, Lesson Plan, Worksheet • Grades 9-12
Neolithic Revolution Lesson 2

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Background and History of the Vietnam War
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Background and History of the Vietnam War

Activity, Assessment, Handout, Review Activity, Worksheet • Grades 9-12
Background and History of the Vietnam War

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Restored Greek Byzantine Palace Offers Blueprint for Preserving Cultural Heritage

October 02, 2026
Restored Greek Byzantine Palace Offers Blueprint for Preserving Cultural Heritage

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Recognizing Propaganda: Then and Now — A Printable Teacher Resource

Activity, Article, Handout, Lesson Plan, Media, Project Based Learning • Grades 7-12, Higher Education, Adult Education, Professional Development, Paraprofessional and School Related Personnel, Specialized Instructional Support Personnel
Recognizing Propaganda: Then and Now — A Printable Teacher Resource

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Italian Explorers - Part One

Lesson Plan, Presentation • Grades 5-10, Adult Education
Italian Explorers - Part One

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Cuban Official on Trump's Threats as Tensions with U.S. Rise

September 22, 2026
Cuban Official on Trump's Threats as Tensions with U.S. Rise

PBS News Hour Classroom
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Understanding the Escalation Between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis in Yemen

September 18, 2026
Understanding the Escalation Between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis in Yemen

PBS News Hour Classroom
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9/11 Changed Afghanistan, but Now It's Back Where It Started

September 16, 2026
9/11 Changed Afghanistan, but Now It's Back Where It Started

PBS News Hour Classroom
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Jewish History and Culture for K-5: Six Ready-to-Teach Themes

Activity, Article, Handout, Interactive, Lesson Plan, Media, Project Based Learning, Worksheet • Grades K-5
Jewish History and Culture for K-5: Six Ready-to-Teach Themes

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Teaching Jewish History in Grades 6-8: A Ready-to-Teach Guide

Activity, Article, Handout, Instructional Practice, Lesson Plan, Media • Grades 6-8
Teaching Jewish History in Grades 6-8: A Ready-to-Teach Guide

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Teach Jewish History: A Free Textbook of Jewish History and the History of Antisemitism

Activity, Article, Handout, Instructional Practice, Lesson Plan, Media, Project Based Learning, Worksheet • All levels
Teach Jewish History: A Free Textbook of Jewish History and the History of Antisemitism

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What Kind of First Is It? Historical firsts and innovations in Ancient Egypt

Lesson Plan • Grades 6-10
What Kind of First Is It? Historical firsts and innovations in Ancient Egypt

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