The featured 1937 letter from a Japanese primary school student apologizing for the sinking of the USS Panay by Japanese aircraft provides an entry into the study of U.S.-Japanese relations before World War II.

—Kahlil ChismThe Freedmen’s Bureau was one of few agencies established to improve the lives of former slaves. Four documents highlight for students the bureau’s efforts to help African Americans acquire land, secure jobs, legalize marriages, and pursue education. 27

Ron LevitskyThis veteran teacher concurs with a recent report that social studies “gets no respect,” but while pondering key issues, he asks: Are things that bad?

Supreme Court biographies can offer students new perspectives on American history and politics. In this column, the author interviews biographers of three renowned justices.

A holistic approach to teaching democratic citizenship developed by educators in newer democracies can offer valuable insights to American teachers.

Teaching through projects can connect students and schools with their communities, make history relevant, and foster democratic citizenship.

Creole culture is part of the fabric of America and an excellent topic for classrooms studying cultural diversity.

The Center for Teaching International RelationsMembers of the international community banded together to create a tribunal to try individuals who seriously violate international law. In this lesson, students will learn about the ICC and discuss whether the U.S. should join. 453