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MHS Library: Social Studies

Social Studies Department Resources

Welcome to the resources pages for the Social Studies Department.  

Use the drop down menu under the Social Studies tab above to find pages for specific assignments.

Social Studies Subscription Databases

New and Notable History Books in the Library

History Podcasts

From the creators of the WNYC hit RadiolabMore Perfect allows a behind-the-scenes look at the Supreme Court and the decision-making process that went into many of the rulings that have shaped American society as we know it today.

Gimlet Media’s Uncivil is a podcast of unrest. The series challenges America’s traditional teachings of the Civil War by revisiting its history and covering untold stories, hidden details, and an all-new perspective on that complicated era of American history.

Hosted by Rebecca Onion and Jamelle Bouie and produced by Slate, The History of American Slavery is a podcast series that analyzes both the history of American slavery as well as the effects that the institution still holds within the fabric of today’s America.

In Revisionist History, Malcolm Gladwell revisits the pockets of history that are often overlooked, misinterpreted, or misunderstood. From the history of satire and its effectiveness, to the effects of rich people’s love for golf, Gladwell leaves no stone unturned.

Social Studies Videos