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Handout
Franco Cavazzi

Roman Funeral Rites

For Students 9th - 10th
This explanation of the funeral is detailed with a focus on body preparation, funeral procession, and funeral undertakers.
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Handout
Franco Cavazzi

History of the Roman Empire: Roman Dress

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes in detail the clothing worn by people in the Roman times, with particular emphasis on the toga, giving its size and color, directions on draping it, and occasions for wearing it. Also included is information on footwear and...
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Handout
Franco Cavazzi

Roman Empire: Roman Food and Drink

For Students 9th - 10th
This page deals with what and how the Romans ate and includes lists of foods they used, foods unavailable to them, food preparation notes, and military ration information.
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Handout
Other

Gems in Israel: The Biblical Seven Species

For Students 9th - 10th
Use this site to learn about how Israel's Seven Species, wheat, barley, vines, figs, pomegranates, olive oil and honey play an important role in Israel's land, culture, and cuisine.
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Activity
Other

Your Irish: Traditions and Customs in Ireland

For Students 9th - 10th
A short description of some Irish traditions and customs in Ireland.
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Website
Information Technology Associates

Nicaragua : People

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent site about the people of Nicaragua, population, age structure, growth rate, death and birth rate, life expectancy, ethnic divisions, literacy, and more.
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Graphic
Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of the American Indian: The Art of Being Kuna

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information about Kuna and the art of the molas.
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Interactive
New York Times

New York Times: Carnival in the Dominican Republic

For Students 9th - 10th
Captioned photos and music provide a taste of what life is like in the Dominican city of La Vega when Carnival comes to town.
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Graphic
Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of African Art: Diversity of African Art

For Students 9th - 10th
Features an article and clickable, illustrated links to show the deep, rich site of African art from many places and times, and taking many forms.
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Unit Plan
Sophia Learning

Sophia: Definitions and Models of Culture: Lesson 2

For Students 9th - 10th
At the end of this tutorial, the learner will understand ways of describing culture based on both form and function. It is 2 of 3 in the series titled "Definitions and Models of Culture."
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Lesson Plan
University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "Black and White"

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Excellent resource for empowering learners to become better learners. This instructional activity includes making students aware of racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity in a positive way. Good resource.
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Lesson Plan
University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "Old Wisdom"

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Excellent resource for empowering students to become better learners. This lesson includes motivating students to read, encouraging students to use inferential and critical thinking skills, and promoting an understanding and appreciation...
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Lesson Plan
University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "Look in Mirror"

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Excellent resource for empowering students to become better learners. This lesson includes making students aware of themselves, promoting appreciation of their individuality, ethnicity, and cultural heritage, and language arts skills.
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Lesson Plan
University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Character Education "What's in a Name"

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Excellent resource for empowering students to become better learners. This lesson includes helping students reflect on their value and self-worth, promoting appreciation of their individuality, ethnicity, and cultural heritage, and...
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Activity
University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Character Ed "Interpreting Maxims"

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Excellent resource for empowering students to become better learners. This lesson includes motivating students to read, encouraging students to use critical thinking skills, cooperative learning and shared experiences, and appreciation...
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Handout
World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Ancient Egyptian Burial

For Students 9th - 10th
Informative overview of ancient Egyptian burial practises. Site includes photos, links to related material and timeline of events.
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Handout
World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Ancient Egyptian Culture

For Students 9th - 10th
Informative entry provides overview of ancient Egyptian culture including religion, daily life as well as advancements and achievements. Site has bibliography, photos and timeline.
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Website
Library of Congress

Loc: Hispano Music & Culture of the Northern Rio Grande

For Students 9th - 10th
Collection of online resources on the Hispanic arts and culture of the Southwestern United States. Exhibits include essays, audio files, and links to related sites.
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eBook
Virtual Bangladesh

Virtual bangladesh.com: Rabindranath Tagore

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography of the famous author, an example of his work, and even includes audio.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Albania: People

For Students 9th - 10th
A good look at the ethnic groups in Albania, their religions, and language. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Algeria: People

For Students 9th - 10th
You can read about the relatively homogenous population of Algeria in this information from the CIA World Fact Book. Find out about the education levels, languages, and religion.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Azerbaijan: Culture

For Students 9th - 10th
The culture of Azerbaijan is a blend of Islamic and European traditions. Read about the country's music, literature, architecture, and textiles from this information from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Benin: People

For Students 9th - 10th
An interesting account of the many ethnic groups in Benin as well as religions. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Brunei: People

For Students 9th - 10th
An informative look at the people of Brunei, a people of Malay heritage, but with cultural and language differences from Malaysia. Read about their dress, citizenship requirements, and education. From the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.