Curated OER
It Wasn't a Bullet
Students explore U.S. history by researching disease in class. In this Civil War injury lesson, students identify the different causes of death most soldiers faced while fighting in the war. Students role-play and write a diary entry as...
Henry J. Sage
Sage American History: The Civil War Part I: The Opening Years
Article on the Civil War from the very first battles in 1861 when the war began to the end of the second year in 1862.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Ap Us History: The Civil War and Reconstruction
AP U.S. History learning module on the Civil War and Reconstruction. Comprehensive multi-media unit materials.
Books in the Classroom
Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: The Ghost Belonged to Me
This site on the book "The Ghost Belonged to Me," by Richard Peck, includes a review of the book, a listing of things to notice and talk about, activities related to the book, other related books, and links to other resources."
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Richard Peck
What do you know about Richard Peck's life and work as an author? Use this informative site to learn more about this young adult author and to find resources for lesson plans.
Then Again
Then Again: Web Chron: Reconstruction Era
A short timeline on the main events of the period of Reconstruction from 1865 to 1897. A few of the events are clickable and can be followed for additional information.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: Abraham Lincoln
Facts, biography, and accomplishments of the life of Abraham Lincoln and summaries of important events during his presidency.