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"I've assembled my collection of FREE History PowerPoints for teachers to use in their classrooms.  This collection includes PowerPoints that I've used in my AP US History, AP European History, and World History courses.  Teachers are free to use these PowerPoints in part and may edit them, as well, as long as I receive credit for my work and that credit is also given to those who have graciously provided visual content for the slides."

What rights does the US share with other countries? At least 32 separate rights found in the US are found in other countries. See which other countries have adopted similar rights.

""You're going to want to share HistoryAnimated. The site brings to life those dashed and dotted line maps to depict key naval and land battles using graphics, text, sound, and animations.""

Zoom In is a free, Web-based platform that helps students build literacy and historical thinking skills through "deep dives" into primary and secondary sources. Zoom In's online learning environment features 18 content-rich U.S. history units that supplement your regular instruction and help you use technology to support students' mastery of both content and skills required by the new, higher standards: Reading documents closely and critically Identifying author's point of view and purpose Engaging in higher-order, text-based discussions Writing explanatory and argumentative essays grounded in evidence

What happened on this day in history. Many excellent images and content to use.

Tons of free educational videos for use in the classroom.

At our site, we have hundreds of free, online, educational games for kids. But anyone interested in online learning can use our site - we have so many subjects - (geography, math, animals, science) and many levels, games and activities for learners of any age.

"Explore the rich history and the institution of the U.S. Presidency-from George Washington to Barack Obama. Understand the duties and powers of the President of the United States and the First Lady, gather important background information with our Presidential biographies, and engage with videos and primary sources that place you back in time at some of the most pivotal turning points in American history."