The Library offers multiple research-based activities and lesson plans on the Civil War, World War II, Black American History, the American Revolutionary War, and the Korean War. We also have individual activities on geography of famous battles, U.S. Presidents, Women in the Military, the Medal of Honor, and other topics.

All activities and lesson plans are based on resources at the Library, and each one includes a bibliography.  If you see a resource that interests you, you may borrow it via interlibrary loan through your school's library.

The activities and lesson plans are in pdf format and are available to download. They are meant to be used on your own or in conjunction with a visit to the Library.

All activities and lesson plans are aligned with Illinois State Standards.

After using these resources, please complete the educator feedback form and send it to the Library. We look forward to your visit!