A Few Places to Start Locating Government Resources for Teachers & Students

Find primary source sets on dozens of historical topics. From Abraham Lincoln to World War I, the Library of Congress provides a rich set of resources for teachers. Included are the “Student Discovery Sets”.

The Education Resources Information Center (ERIC) is an online digital library of education research and information. ERIC is sponsored by the Institute of Education Sciences of the United States Department of Education.

Includes several resources for educators including lesson plans for working with primary sources, professional development opportunities, and resources for distance learning.

Does teaching about taxes seem as intimidating as completing your yearly tax forms? Don't worry! Understanding Taxes can be customized to fit your own personal teaching style. You have the freedom to choose which activities and methods of instruction work best to meet the needs of your students. Includes lesson plans.