Treasures of American History: American Identity

Grade Range: 5-12
Resource Type(s): Reference Materials
Date Posted: 8/23/2009

In this section of the online exhibition entitled Treasures of American History, students will explore the diverse roots of American culture as well as common experiences shared across lines of race, ethnicity, and region. They will learn how culturally, Americans have defined themselves in many ways—through artistic expression, ethnic traditions, work and play, and home and community life. A Spanish version of the exhibition is available on the exhibition's homepage.


National Standards

United States History Standards (Grades 5-12)

Historical Thinking Standards (Grades 5-12)