CommonLit
Common Lit: A Letter to Thomas Jefferson
A learning module that begins with "A Letter to Thomas Jefferson" by John Adams, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online through free...
Massachusetts Historical Society
Thomas Jefferson Papers
An electronic archive of all of Thomas Jefferson's written works throughout his life. Along with these primary sources there is also a section on architectural drawings by Thomas Jefferson.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Thomas Jefferson: The Declaration of Independence
This site discusses the The Declaration of Independence, and includes information on Thomas Jefferson's role in its creation.
Cengage Learning
Houghton Mifflin: Thomas Jefferson (1743 1826)
Houghton Mifflin provides biographical information regarding Thomas Jefferson, including his involvement in the Declaration of Independence, the presidency, and much more.
Other
The Great Books Foundation: The Natural Aristocracy
A letter to John Adams from Thomas Jefferson dated October 28, 1813 that provides a mini-summary of Jefferson's philosophy toward democracy and the ability of Americans to govern themselves.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Account of the Declaration: Jefferson's Story
Thomas Jefferson's account of events leading up to and the actions of the First Continental Congress, including information about the Committees of Correspondence which communicated through Circular Letters.
Library of Congress
Loc: Thomas Jefferson Papers (Quotes)
Selected quotes from writings of Thomas Jefferson on the Library of Congress site. Each quote is linked to photo of original document in Jefferson's handwriting to show source of quote. Page of quotes is also linked to home site which...
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: Thomas Jefferson
Facts, biography, and accomplishments of the life of Thomas Jefferson and summaries of important events during his presidency.
Siteseen
Siteseen: Land of the Brave: Thomas Jefferson
Overview and biographical facts on the life of Thomas Jefferson, a Founding Father of the United States who drafted the Declaration of Independence and later became the third US President.
University of Virginia
Letters to and From Jefferson, 1821
Resource presents a collection of letters to and from Jefferson in the year 1821.
PBS
Pbs: Archive of Thomas Jefferson's Documents
A PBS website that contains Jefferson's views on political, religious, social, personal, and intellectual freedoms in the form of his original documents. Contains the Louisiana Purchase agreement. Tied to a larger site on a Jefferson...
Other
The Thomas Jefferson Memorial Foundation: Monticello: House & Gardens
This site from the Thomas Jefferson Memorial Foundation features the architectural features of Monticello, including a floor plan of the house.
PublicBookshelf Corporation
Our Country: Thomas Jefferson's Presidency
PublicBookShelf.com provides brief information on Thomas Jefferson's presidency, including quotes on his policy.
My Hero Project
My Hero: Thomas Jefferson
This brief student-written article on the heroic deeds of Thomas Jefferson includes images and related links.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Biography of President Thomas Jefferson for Kids
Thomas Jefferson was the 3rd president of the United States. Kids learn about his biography and life story.
Other
U.s. History on the Web: Thomas Jefferson, the Eliminated Paragraph
Read the original words of Thomas Jefferson's paragraph denouncing George III for slavery and slave trade. Excerpt from Jefferson's first draft which Congress omitted.
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Colonial Williamsburg: Thomas Jefferson, Son of Virginia
Excerpted from the Colonial Williamsburg Journal, this essay offers details of Thomas Jefferson's life and his long and varied career.
University of Virginia
University of Virginia: Notes on the State of Virginia
In this collection from the University of Virginia you can read the text of "Notes on the State of Virginia" by Thomas Jefferson. Access different sections of this 1782 document by clicking on the appropriate links.
Teaching American History
Teaching American History: From Bullets to Ballots: Appendix Ii
A transcript of Thomas Jefferson's First Inaugural Address delivered on March 4, 1801.
PBS
Pbs News Hour: Thomas Jefferson the Revolution of 1800
This is a teacher site, with lesson objectives and plans, but it contains very good information and ideas to stimulate thought and understanding. It explains the technicalities of the election of 1800 and the peaceful transfer of power...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Jefferson's Presidency and the Turn of the Nineteenth Century
This Khan Academy resource provides notes for American History. "Jefferson's Presidency and the Turn of the Nineteenth Century" is explained on this resource.
Other
Thomas Jefferson
Citizendium is similar to Wikipedia, an online encyclopedia where the public edits articles. In this article, an overview of Jefferson's life and political views are provided.
Other
Monticello: President Jefferson & the Indian Nations
This resource discusses how Thomas Jefferson sought to bind Native Americans to the United States through treaties for security reasons and how he tried to get the Indians to adapt to a way of life like the white settlers' way of life.
Other
Monticello: Timeline of Jefferson's Life
Provides a parallel chronology of public and private events in Thomas Jefferson's life in vertical timeline format.
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