Describes the historical significance and recent restoration of Ellis Island, which served as a point of entrance for millions of immigrants to the United States.

Briefly describes the process involved in building the Hoover Dam.

Describes the planning and building of the Statue of Liberty by the French as a gift to the United States.

Briefly describes the Civil War battle of Gettysburg, Lincoln's moving speech there, and the present day military park that serves as the memorial.

Describes the history, original uses, and preservation of Mount Vernon, the plantation home of George Washington.

Describes the hardships endured by General George Washington and the Continental Army during the winter of 1777-1778 at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania.

An essential aspect of every country s government is its monetary system. The United States government planned the National Mint shortly after the Constitution was ratified, and the rest, as they say, is history. The U.S. Mint unifies the country through core values, which are present on each coin: E Pluribus Unum, or Out of many, one. Historical photographs and a graphic organizer allow students to learn about a crucial aspect of American government...