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3 New DBQuests to Sharpen Your Student’s Primary Source Analysis

Unlock the power of inquiry-based learning with our three new DBQuests! Each DBQuest asks students a big question which acts as a guiding light for in-depth analysis of three multimedia primary resources.

Introducing Poder Presidencial

As part of our commitment to helping every student understand our system of government and be inspired to be civically engaged, we are excited to launch a Spanish-language version of Executive Command: Poder Presidencial!

The Constitution EXPLAINED Video Series

Our comprehensive, short-form video series created with the Center for Civic Education explains the text, history, and relevance of the United States Constitution, Bill of Rights, and additional amendments in everyday language. Check out all 35 videos today!

Private i History Detectives—Now with Narration!

Wondering how our Private i History Detectives lessons work? Let our narrators show you! Each unit’s Google slide decks are narrated, providing insight into how to deliver and a sense of the lesson flow.

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    The NAACP Legal Defense Fund

    In this video, students learn about a team of lawyers dedicated to achieving racial justice through the legal system. Formed in 1940 as part of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored…
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    Students and the Struggle for School Integration

    In this video, students learn about the activism of teenager Barbara Johns. In 1951, she organized over 450 students to protest in support of better conditions at their segregated high school in…
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    Breaking Barriers: Constance Baker Motley

    In this video, students learn about the accomplishments of Judge Constance Baker Motley. As the first African American woman to argue a case before the Supreme Court, be elected to the New York state…
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    Stepping Forward: The Fight for College Integration

    In this video, students learn about the courage of Autherine Lucy and Pollie Ann Myers. When they were denied admission to the University of Alabama because of the color of their skin, Lucy and Myers…
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    The Shelleys & the Right to Fair Housing

    In this video, students learn about J.D. and Ethel Shelley and their fight against restrictive housing covenants. Unable to purchase the house of their choice because of an agreement among homeowners…
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    Ethel Payne: First Lady of the Black Press

    In this video, students learn about the life of Ethel Payne, the second Black woman to be a member of the White House Press Corps. In her position, Payne asked the questions others didn’t, and…
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    Rachel Carson’s Fight for the Environment

    In this video, students learn about Rachel Carson’s achievements. A writer and marine biologist, Carson educated people about nature’s ecosystems. She also warned against the overuse of chemical…
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    Patsy Mink: Changing the Rules

    In this video, students learn about the life of Patsy Takemoto Mink who became the first woman of color elected to Congress. In her 24 years as a Representative, Mink battled inequality by changing…
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    Constitution EXPLAINED: Faithfully Execute

    Article II of the Constitution gives powers to the president with the responsibility to “take care that the laws be faithfully executed,” including the most important – the Constitution itself.
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    Constitution EXPLAINED: We the People

    The Preamble to the Constitution is the mission statement of the United States government. In just one sentence, the Preamble expresses the source of the Constitution’s power and summarizes its goals…
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    Constitution EXPLAINED: Constitutional Convention

    The Constitution was created by a convention that met in Philadelphia in May 1787 to amend the Articles of Confederation, the nation’s first constitution.
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    Constitution EXPLAINED: Foundations of the Constitution

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    Constitution EXPLAINED: The People's Branch

    Article I of the Constitution lays out the structure of the legislative branch, the branch that makes the laws.
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    Constitution EXPLAINED: Who Chooses the President?

    Article II of the Constitution creates the office of the President of the United States (POTUS), determines how they are selected, and states the oath of office where they swear to “preserve, protect…
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    Constitution EXPLAINED: The Presidency Changes

    Amendments 20, 22, and 25 changed the office of the president.
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    Constitution EXPLAINED: The Least Dangerous Branch

    Article III of the Constitution established judicial power – including judicial review – and life tenure for judges.
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    Constitution EXPLAINED: Full Faith and Credit

    Article IV of the Constitution regulates the relationships between the states.
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    Constitution EXPLAINED: The Supreme Law of the Land

    The Supremacy Clause in Article VI makes federal law “the supreme law of the land” over state law.
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    Constitution EXPLAINED: The Secret Sauce

    Article V allows for peaceful change through constitutional amendments.
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    Constitution EXPLAINED: Ratification

    In order to officially become law, the Constitution had to be ratified, or approved, by the states.
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