History in your classroom
You can borrow a variety of teaching resources to bring Vermont history into the classroom.
History Lending Kits
History Lending Kits contain artifacts, maps, books, and teacher guides with lesson plans. Select from the following themes:
- Abenaki in Vermont
- Archaeology Alive!
- Schooling in Early Vermont
- Vermont in the Civil War
- Village Life in Early Vermont
Lending Library
The Lending Library offers over 100 Vermont history books and videos for teachers and students. Resources include historical fiction, reference books, and materials for use in the classroom. The library has multiple copies of some of the books, including titles that are out of print.
Books in a Box
Books in a Box include multiple copies of children's books, maps, and related teaching materials focusing on the themes:
- Becoming a State
- Vermont Then and Now
Vermont History timeline
The Vermont History Timeline provides Vermont educators with a comprehensive overview of Vermont’s rich and unique history.
For further information or to reserve materials:
All materials can be picked up at the Vermont Historical Society or shipped to schools or home schools. For further information or to borrow materials for your classroom, please contact Victoria Hughes at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or (802) 828-1413.
