Plantation tours can teach us about U.S. slavery as long as the lessons are honest
Hundreds of former Southern plantations are now museums that hold tours for K-12 kids — but most don’t tell the full truth about slavery and many tours don’t mention it at all. This research shows how these museums can do better.
Be a travel agent
How you can help at home: Have your child plan a real or virtual trip - budget and all.
Your middle schooler and social studies
Though state standards vary widely, most middle schoolers take a year of U.S. history.
Does your child know your family tree?
Putting together a family tree is a great educational activity that uses math, writing, research, and history skills.
Make a multimedia family tree
Use your next family visit to teach the kids about their roots.
Family recipes that teach
Use meals to explore your family's cultural roots with your middle-schooler.
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