Studying the everyday things we buy can teach us about who we are, what we care about, and the companies that cater to those desires.

Students learn about their own roles as consumers and about mass advertising through an in-depth study of a company that is ubiquitous in their lives.

The featured document and painting about the then-Prince of Wales's visit to Mount Vernon serve as excellent primary sources for a lesson on American diplomatic history.

Educators and policymakers need to recognize that social studies is a core subject, critical to sustaining an informed democracy and a globally competitive workforce.

To help students develop research skills, the author has drawn on the best ideas of experienced educators and artists.

Learning about how the world's population grew to seven billion helps students understand contemporary challenges and discuss dwindling global resources.

The authors outline two sets of guiding questions that can help students judge the credibility of sources found on the Internet.

Action-oriented projects that address local issues like gang violence, hunger, or school closings can motivate students academically while preparing them to be active citizens in a democracy.

The recommended websites include both traditional world history content and contemporary issues for more effective lessons in global studies.