[caption id="attachment_9159" align="alignright" width="300"] Example of a great mosque (Iraq) with dome and minarets overlaid with gold.[/caption] The following primary source set offers a unique compilation of images showcasing the expression of Islamic faith through architecture, literature, and the

HISTORY eNEWS Vol. 3, Issue 9 for March 8, 2016

News

• Jason Scott from Abington HS shared survey results on alternatives midterms.

• Sharon, MA seeks social studies curric. coords. K-5 & 6-12. Check SchoolSpring.

HISTORY eNEWS Vol. 3, Issue 8 for March 1, 2016

(Lots here this week. Scroll all the way to the bottom!)

[caption id="attachment_9108" align="alignright" width="300"] The Landing of Columbus[/caption] Expose your students to the history (and reality) behind Christopher Columbus’ first encounter with the Caribbean and the Taino.

[caption id="attachment_9120" align="alignright" width="300"] Programs available in Greater Boston and Pioneer Valley[/caption]   Register now for six new workshops available from the Emerging America program.

[caption id="attachment_9087" align="alignright" width="195"] Ten Days in a Mad-House: Illuminates the inner workings of an insane asylum.[/caption] Produced during the History in Motion program, a collaboration between Emerging America and the Library of Congress, the following primary source set contains materials focused on Disability history in the United States. Disabil

[caption id="attachment_9078" align="alignright" width="219"] Uncle Sam, behind high wall marked "Literacy Test" which is spiked with pen points, says to immigrant family below: "You're welcome, if you can climb it".[/caption]

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[caption id="attachment_9032" align="alignright" width="300"] Lee Ann Potter, Director of Educational Outreach at the Library of Congress, outlines the varied educational resources.[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_8731" align="alignright" width="200"] Soldiers of the Abraham Lincoln Brigade.