National Archives

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The National Archives is an independent Federal agency that preserves and protects the historically valuable records of the United States
government. The mission of the National Archives is to provide public access to
these Federal Government records. Public access to government records
strengthens democracy by allowing Americans to claim their rights of
citizenship, hold their government accountable, and understand their history so
they can participate more effectively in their government.

The interactive Distance Learning programs of the National
Archives feature primary sources from the Archives' holdings, including historical
documents, photographs, maps, posters, and more!

2022-2023

2021-2022

2020-2021

2019-2020

Honorable Mention

2018-2019

Honorable Mention

2017-2018

 

Programs by National Archives

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The Constitution at Work: Middle School Edition (Free)

Why was it necessary to create the United States Constitution? Students will analyze primary source documents to determine how the Constitution creates a stronger central government compared to the Articles of Confederation. They will also...

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American Women and the Fight for the Vote (FREE)

Students will use the records of the National Archives to determine how and why women fought for the right to vote. Students will explore the challenges suffragists faced and discover why the fight for women’s voting rights persisted even after...

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Decoding the Declaration (Free)

During this program, students will analyze the Declaration of Independence through different lenses, examining it as an artifact, as a primary source, and as a persuasive text. Students will consider the argument for independence, the key...

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Know Your Rights! (Free)

During this program, students will discover how understanding the Bill of Rights can empower civic engagement by participating in a roundtable discussion with a facilitator with the National Archives. In preparation for the program, students...

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Rightfully Hers: American Women and the Vote for Elementary School

Students will use the records of the National Archives to determine how and why women fought for the right to vote. Students will explore the challenges suffragists faced and discover why the fight for women’s voting rights persisted even after...

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Rightfully Hers: American Women and the Vote for High School

Students will use the records of the National Archives to determine how and why women fought for the right to vote. Students will explore the challenges suffragists faced and discover why the fight for women’s voting rights persisted even after...

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Superhero Bill of Rights (Free)

Focusing on the First Amendment, students will discover how the Superhero Bill of Rights saves the day by protecting people’s rights. Students will analyze primary sources and discover how they can exercise their rights. For grades 3-5.

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The Bill of Rights in Real Life (Free)

During this program, students will focus on the rights and limitations within the Bill of Rights. They will identify Bill of Rights issues using historical scenarios from the holdings of the National Archives and learn why it is important for...

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The Founding Documents: Building a More Perfect Union (Free)

During this program for the National Archives, your students will explore the history and purpose of the founding documents; the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights!

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The Founding Documents: Building a More Perfect Union for Elementary Students (Free)

During this program for 3-5 graders from the National Archives, your students will explore the purpose and significance of the founding documents; the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights!

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More About This Provider

Type of Organization

Government Agency

Contact

National Archives Distance Learning Team   distancelearning@nara.gov
700 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington DC 20408
2023575410
United States

https://www.archives.gov/education/distance-learning/index.html

Primary Disciplines

The programs of National Archives cover:

Social Studies/History
Civics