University of Virginia
University of Virginia: Thomas Jefferson Digital Archive
This online collection of Thomas Jefferson resources includes texts, quotations, and bibliographies, along with documents which were written either by or to Jefferson.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Harcourt: School Publishers: An Interview With Thomas Jefferson
"What do you think Thomas Jefferson was like as a person? What were his interests and hobbies? Where did he go to school? Imagine yourself as a reporter in 1826, about to interview Mr. Jefferson at Monticello, his home."
Cengage Learning
Houghton Mifflin: Thomas Jefferson (1743 1826)
Houghton Mifflin provides biographical information regarding Thomas Jefferson, including his involvement in the Declaration of Independence, the presidency, and much more.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Thomas Jefferson: The Declaration of Independence
This site discusses the The Declaration of Independence, and includes information on Thomas Jefferson's role in its creation.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: The Presidents Biography: 3. Thomas Jefferson
A consice biography of President Thomas Jefferson. Find details about the era, domestic policy, foreign affairs, and his presidental politics.
Other
Thomas Jefferson
Citizendium is similar to Wikipedia, an online encyclopedia where the public edits articles. In this article, an overview of Jefferson's life and political views are provided.
Cato Institute
James Madison's Vision of Liberty [Pdf]
An article by the CATO institute about James Madison's vision for his writing and contribution for the U.S. Constitutional Convention. Includes information on his views of a limited government for citizens' rights.
University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Thomas Jefferson
This comprehensive resource takes you through the life of Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826 CE) before and after his presidency.
Library of Congress
Loc: The Most Important Thing He Ever Wrote
Tells about Jefferson writing the Declaration of Independence.
Massachusetts Historical Society
Thomas Jefferson Papers
An electronic archive of all of Thomas Jefferson's written works throughout his life. Along with these primary sources there is also a section on architectural drawings by Thomas Jefferson.
Louisiana Department of Education
Louisiana Doe: Curriculum Hub: Ela Guidebooks: A Lesson Before Dying: What Makes Us Human?
Ninth graders read chapters 18-27 of A Lesson Before Dying and examine how the interactions among the characters and the lessons learned by these characters develops a theme. Students also view the video, "Why Your Worst Deeds Don't...
Louisiana Department of Education
Louisiana Doe: Curriculum Hub: Ela Guidebooks: A Lesson Before Dying: Character Development
Form claims to prepare for a discussion about the lessons Grant and Jefferson have learned about humanity in the first seven chapters.
Louisiana Department of Education
Louisiana Doe: Curriculum Hub: Ela Guidebooks: A Lesson Before Dying: Isolation
Students will examine how the theme of isolation is developed in chapters 8-17 of A Lesson Before Dying, as well as the song "I Am a Rock," "No Man is an Island," and an excerpt from Invisible Man. Students will also examine the internal...
Louisiana Department of Education
Louisiana Doe: Curriculum Hub: Ela Guidebooks: A Lesson Before Dying: Characters and Theme
Gather and organize evidence to prepare for a discussion about the similarities between Grant and Jefferson and their placement on Maslow's hierarchy. This will help us understand how Gaines is using characters to develop a theme.
Louisiana Department of Education
Louisiana Doe: Curriculum Hub: Ela Guidebooks: A Lesson Before Dying: Character Development and Theme
We will react to chapter twenty-two from A Lesson Before Dying to establish our initial understanding of character and theme.
University of Groningen
American History: Documents: Jefferson's Draft:declaration of Independence
A draft of the Declaration of Independence with changes from the original indicated by brackets.
University of Groningen
American History: Documents: Declaration of Independence
Describes the meeting of the Continental Congress during which the Declaration of Independence was adopted. Links to famous people present at the meeting.
C-SPAN
C Span American Writers: The Declaration of Independence
A brief summary of The Declaration and Constitution by Thomas Jefferson and others. Also includes an on-line text of the work as well as links to other information websites.
PublicBookshelf Corporation
Our Country: Thomas Jefferson's Presidency
PublicBookShelf.com provides brief information on Thomas Jefferson's presidency, including quotes on his policy.
Patsy Stevens
Garden of Praise: Thomas Jefferson
This site from Garden of Praise is written for the K-3 student. It gives basic information but also provides additional sites for more in-depth study.
Robin Chew
Lucid Cafe: Thomas Jefferson Brief Biography
Brief biography on the third president of the United States. Links to related people/events as well as to books, videos, and other sites related to Jefferson.
Curated OER
Image of Jefferson, Franklin, and Others in Discussion
This site from the Library of Congress links directly to a chronology of events leading to the declaration of independence from Great Britain, the drafting of the document, and Jefferson'vison as stated in the Declaration of...
Curated OER
No beliefs.com: Thomas Jefferson, Christianity & Religion
Read about Thomas Jefferson's views on Christianity and religion. Contains a picture and many quotes.
Curated OER
Grolier Online: Thomas Jefferson
A thorough biography of one of the founding fathers of America, Thomas Jefferson.