We know summer means different things to different teachers—rest, time with people you care about, summer jobs, caregiving, or finally tackling your neglected to-do list.
If you’re also using this time to recharge and get inspired for next year, we’d love to have you join us for one (or more!) of our upcoming virtual workshops on the American Revolution, offered as part of ARGO (American Revolutionary Geographies Online).
Can’t attend live? No problem. All registrants will receive access to the session recording and materials. (Just a heads up—these are only available to registered participants and won’t be shared publicly.)
We hope to see you this summer!
Part One: Beyond George Washington Slept Here: How Maps Can Expand Our Understanding of Historic Events
Wednesday July 16 at 10AM
The American Revolution was as much about places as it was about people or ideas. In this session, we’ll explore how geography shaped events—and how guided inquiry with historic maps can bring that complexity to life in your classroom. You’ll leave with ready-to-use primary sources and teaching strategies for middle school students.
Part Two: The Revolution Today: Using Digital Tools to Connect Past and Present
Wednesday July 23 at 10AM
In Part Two, we’ll dive into ARGO (American Revolutionary Geographies Online), a suite of digital tools designed to link past and present. Learn how to georeference historic maps and help students see what has changed—and what hasn’t.
Wednesday, August 17 at 10AM
You teach about the American Revolution every year—but not every year is the semiquincentennial. Join us to learn how you can use historic maps to enrich your teaching and help mark this milestone with deeper, place-based learning.
See a list of past workshops here, with links to workshop materials.