Download Teach the 250 with Primary Sources
The 250th anniversary of the United States is a once-in-a-generation chance to bring our shared history into the classroom. One of the most powerful ways to explore the past is through primary sources. They unlock students' inner historians and ask them to think deeply about our country.
Use this free sampler from our Teach the 250 collection with curated primary sources and questions for different grade levels. Each source works on its own. Use them as bell ringers, lesson openers, or discussion starters at any time. While these five sources cannot tell 250 years of American history, we hope this sampler sparks your search for more.