Teachers, need a primary source to create a lesson in the classroom?
Students, need a source for research project?
You can find the primary sources that used in the unit plans here where they are searchable by keyword, title, and topic.
Education
The Historical Society of Pennsylvania is committed to working with teachers to help students learn American history and historical thinking skills. Our vast collection provides content for lessons connected to academic standards - from the founding of the nation through the twentieth century. Our staff stands ready to aid students in research and assist them in understanding the past and its meaning to their lives today and in the future.
Please contact us directly to set up programs and visits that best meet your needs.
Note: In creating our new website, we are working to hone our lesson plans. The work, unfortunately, is taking longer than expected. If you cannot find a resource you have used in the past, please contact us and we will get you the material. Thanks for your patience!
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 Need new ideas on how to teach American history? Search our database to discover plans aligned to the Pennsylvania State Standards (SAS). Unit plans link to lesson plans that fit class periods. Check back often as we add more plans. |
 Each year, thousands of middle and high school students and teachers across the United States participate in National History Day, a year-long educational program that culminates in a national contest every June. Find out how the Historical Society of Pennsylvania can help you become involved! |
 Say the word "thrift" and people think of Benjamin Franklin and sayings like "a penny saved is a penny earned." Thrift is the ethic of hard work, savings, and generosity. While it is a way of life, it also is integral to subjects like financial literacy, family and consumer education, and social studies. Learning about thrift helps students to become better citizens. |
 Need help with homework or doing a research project? See how the Historical Society of Pennsylvania can help. We have primary sources, hints on how to use and cite them, information on National History Day, and more. |
 This diverse selection of resources contains photographs, flyers, and documents that detail the struggles and successes of the civil rights movement in Philadelphia and throughout much of the United States during the mid-20th century. |
 For educators interested in game-based learning, HSP is exploring ways to combine primary sources and board games in history education. |
 This list connects you to other great websites that provide resources for teaching history and advocate for social studies education. |
