This document consists of the first four issues of a serial publication, "Bringing History Alive in the Classroom!" The volumes focus on: (1) "A Sampling of Renaissance Instruments," which includes: information on Christopher Columbus, Leondardo da Vinci, and William Shakespeare, a timeline from the middle ages through the renaissance, Queen Elizabeth I, and renaissance recipes; (2) music and curriculum aids for the medieval, renaissance, baroque, and classical, and early American periods; (3) music relating to "All Hallow's Eve"; and (4) "Early American History & Music Resources for Teachers." Each issue contains teaching suggestions and ideas, resource materials, and visual aids. The materials are geared toward middle- and high-school students but could be adapted for other levels to supplement instruction. (EH)