Women's History Month

Celebrated Throughout March

 

In 1978, the school district of Sonoma County, California celebrated "Women's History Week" during the week of March 8th. Following an increase in participation and interest across the country, Congress approved the creation of Women's History Week as a national holiday in 1981. Congress then expanded the focus to the entire month of March in 1987. Today, schools, communities, and individuals celebrate the achievements and contributions of great women.

 

Visit some of the resources below for ideas on how to celebrate Women's History Month in your classroom....

 

National Women's History Project   The NWHP provides information and training in multicultural women’s history for educators, community organizations, and parents-for anyone wanting to expand their understanding of women contributions to U. S. history.
Smithsonian History - Women's History Month This website, provided by the Smithsonian, offers resources for teaching about Women's History Month.
History: Women in American History This Encyclopedia Britannica feature might be too advanced for elementary students, but it is a terrific source of information for educators preparing Women's History Month lessons. Browse through the site for information on famous women from 1600 to the present day and their contributions to American society. Add flavor to your curriculum with these articles, biographical profiles, song and recitation audio clips, primary documents, recommended readings, and suggested links.
National Women's Hall of Fame This site is a great resource for many American women who have had a significant impact on their world. A great source of photos also.
 
National Women's History Museum The National Museum of Women's History in Washington, D.C., celebrates the historic contributions of American women and explores their diverse heritage. Discover how women's achievements have paved the way for future generations. At the women's suffrage exhibit, you'll take an in-depth journey through a timeline of this momentous cause, complete with an impressive gallery of images and photos.
Great Women.org Official site of the National Women's Hall of Fame.