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Posted by: Colleen Smith
Learn about a multi-media resource from the Library that chronicles various campaigns of the African American civil rights movement by blending together different types of sources to tell a story, emphasizing oral history interviews with individuals who participated in the movement.
Posted in: African American History, Contemporary United States (1945-present)
Posted by: Cheryl Lederle
Selected blog posts from the Library of Congress that may be of interest to educators; topics range from the scholarly to the playful.
Posted in: Primary Source Highlights
Posted by: Colleen Smith
This post highlights several primary source sets that teachers may want to incorporate into their practice of honoring Black History Month.
Posted in: African American History
Posted by: Colleen Smith
Learn about a new resource from the Library that uses musical primary sources and creates rich opportunities for students to learn about different cultures and traditions.
Posted in: Culture and Folklife, Fine and Performing Arts, Uncategorized
Posted by: Michael Apfeldorf
There is still time to apply for one of the Library’s FREE Teaching with Primary Sources Workshops, where participants will learn about and practice strategies for using primary sources with K-12 students. Applications are due January 23, 2026 and require a letter of recommendation.
Posted in: News and Events
Posted by: Stephen Wesson
A new primary source set from the Library of Congress features 18 primary sources that teachers can use to explore the American Revolution and the early years of the new nation.
Posted in: News and Events, Revolution and the New Nation (1764-1815)