Resource Library
Find compelling classroom resources, learn new teaching methods, meet standards, and make a difference in the lives of your students.
We are grateful to The Hammer Family Foundation for supporting the development of our on-demand learning and teaching resources.
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Introducing Our US History Curriculum Collection
Draw from this flexible curriculum collection as you plan any middle or high school US history course. Featuring units, C3-style inquiries, and case studies, the collection will help you explore themes of democracy and freedom with your students throughout the year.
Exploring the Concept of Identity (en español)
In Spanish, this informational text introduces students to the relationship between social identity and personal identity. It includes instructions for annotating, a sketching activity, and connection questions.
We also have an adapted version of this reading designed for English Learners and readers who benefit from scaffolding.
![Student storytelling in a classroom.](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2022-06/San%20Francisco_Classroom_2017_FH152797.jpg?h=119335f7&itok=KFfy5naO)
Stolen Lives: The Indigenous Peoples of Canada and The Indian Residential Schools
Designed for Canadian educators, this resource examines the Indian Residential Schools and their long-lasting effects on Canada’s Indigenous Peoples.
![Stolen Lives: The Indigenous Peoples of Canada and The Indian Residential Schools Cover](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2022-06/FHAO_stolenLives_HR.jpg?h=8b448c71&itok=LRdvXMbj)
Aschrott Fountain (en español)
In Kassel, Germany, artist Horst Hoheisel created a “counter-memorial” marking the site where a majestic fountain built by a Jewish citizen once stood; it had been destroyed by the Nazis in 1939. This image is in Spanish.
![In Kassel, Germany, artist Horst Hoheisel created a “counter-memorial” marking the site where a majestic fountain built by a Jewish citizen once stood; it had been destroyed by Nazis in 1939.](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2022-05/Ch11_image15_Medium_res.jpg?h=c6d0d1c4&itok=Gb3MH30L)
Memorial to Roma and Sinti Victims of National Socialism (en español)
This memorial in Berlin, Germany, was designed by Dani Karavan and opened in 2012. The triangular stone at the center of the pool holds a fresh flower which is replaced every day. This image is in Spanish.
![This Berlin, Germany, memorial was designed by Dani Karavan and opened in 2012. The triangular stone at the center of the pool holds a fresh flower which is replaced every day.](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2022-05/Ch11_image17_Medium_res.jpg?h=c9f93661&itok=ws2w9-MJ)
Stolpersteine (en español)
A Holocaust sidewalk memorial marks the spot where a family lived before they were murdered. This image is in Spanish.
Map the Internal World of a Character (en español)
In Spanish, students use this handout to analyze a character's thoughts, feelings, motivations, and sense of belonging.
![Map the Internal World of a Character Image Preview](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2023-12/Map_the_Internal_World_of_a_Character.png?h=d3d13267&itok=w6JeYnu_)
How Many Bars? Exit Card (En Español)
In Spanish, have students complete this handout in order to assess their understanding and determine what concepts you need to revisit in the next lesson.
![Preview Image of the How Many Bars? Exit Ticket Template.](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2023-10/How%20Many%20Bars%20Exit%20Ticket%20Template%20%281900%20%C3%97%201414%20px%29.png?h=d3d13267&itok=EZKz5t26)
Agency and Action in the World Today (En Español)
In Spanish, this handout helps students reflect on an example of individual or collective agency in the world today that inspires them.
![Students write at a table.](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2023-07/Chicago_Classroom_2019_FH2101326.jpg?h=2e5cdddf&itok=FdA96TZN)
Analyzing Actions and Outcomes (en español)
In Spanish, this handout helps students analyze a character's decision-making process in a scene and discuss as a group.
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Perspectives on Power: Big Paper Quotations (en español)
In Spanish, students use this handout to reflect on five different perspectives about power and consider the ways in which each one confirms, challenges, or changes their initial thinking about the concept.
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What Is Power? Anticipation Guide (en español)
In Spanish, this handout helps students reflect on concept of power.
![Students work on a written assignment.](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2023-07/Chicago_Classroom_2019_FH2101405.jpg?h=56d0ca2e&itok=ZngYEard)