Presents an interview with Ann Rinaldi, an author of historical fiction for adolescent readers. Notes that Rinaldi's commitment to meticulous research melds with vivid storytelling to lead readers to a richer understanding of the drama of America's history and the complexity of its leaders. (SG)

The document contains the narrative portion of a multimedia project tracing the history of Jews in Michigan from the mid 17th to the mid 20th century. The developers intended that the materials be used as the basis of a one-month course of study. Overall objectives of the project were to increase understanding among students from junior high…

Examines the freedom of the press precedent set by the John Peter Zenger case in 1743 and considers its application to such current events as the jailing of reporters for not disclosing news sources. (RB)

The thematic approach to teaching United States history is stressed and units are suggested such as resource exploitations, federalism, cultural change, pursuit of individual civil rights, foreign involvement, and the redefinition of national goals that illustrate particular themes. (ND)

Describes, briefly, the bicentennial celebration of the first newspaper written by and for students in the English-speaking world--"The Students Gazette," founded by Samuel Mickle Fox. (JM)

Outlines a project dealing with Cuban immigration within the context of U.S. foreign and immigration policy. Examines how Cubans have adapted to and affected their American communities. Discusses how instruction for the project utilized television, textbooks, and other printed materials. (BSR)

Examines the events leading to and immediately following the declaration of war on Mexico in 1846. Includes the second and third pages of Abraham Lincoln's "Spot Resolutions" and presents teaching suggestions for interpreting the document and assessing public opinion. (GEA)

Suggests that the United States Constitution be taught as a product of its times which nonetheless has evolved over the past two centuries. Recommends that secondary school students be required to read the Constitution, with attention to its brevity and generality, and to relate the document to current political affairs. (DMM)

Presents a lesson for secondary students which teaches that the U.S. Constitution has changed in a variety of ways and that it has a direct effect upon the lives of citizens. Provides a worksheet and a lecture outline covering three methods of constitutional change and Supreme Court cases such as Dred Scott and Brown vs. Board of Education. (GEA)

Reviews developments and key books in the field of urban history within the United States. Notes that the field has come a long way since Arthur Schlesinger, Sr. wrote THE RISE OF THE CITY in 1933. Concludes that current trends emphasize narrative, readability, and an attempt to appeal to a wider audience. (JDH)

Argues that by looking at Progressives' different attitudes toward the draft during the war, we can see more clearly some of the features of Progressivism as its adherents grappled with problems of war and peace. (JDH)

Described is a curriculum program in U.S. history, entitled the Project on History and Logic, specifically designed to improve critical thinking skills. (RM)

The primary source document reproduced here consists of the first two pages of a briefing notebook prepared for President Eisenhower outlining the issues to be raised with Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev during his visit to the United States in 1959. Teaching activities are suggested. (RM)

Reviewed are four simulations, two of which use microcomputers, which can provide secondary students with important analytical concepts by which presidential elections may be followed. The simulations are Elect 1 and 2, Hat in the Ring, Coalition, and Hail to the Chief. (RM)