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A&E Television

History.com: New York State

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a detailed look at the state of New York! From its earliest history and peoples, to present day facts which include population, climate, geography, plants and animals, economy, government, cultural life, sports and recreation,...
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Other

New York State Information

For Students 9th - 10th
Official site for the State of New York has information on crime, economy, services, the state government, environment, and more.
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Other

New York State Information

For Students 9th - 10th
Official site for the State of New York has information on crime, economy, services, the state government, environment, and more.
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PBS

Pbs: Leland Stanford (1824 1893)

For Students 3rd - 8th
Read a brief biography of the native of New York, Leland Stanford (1824-1893 CE), who helped to buid California's Central Pacific railroad.
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Cayuse Canyon

The Us50: New York

For Students 9th - 10th
Features excellent information regarding New York history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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US Department of Agriculture

Economic Research Service:new York

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a state fact sheet on New York from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: New York

For Students 3rd - 5th
Who were the first settlers in New York? Where should you "stop and smell the lilacs?" Who was Solomon Northup? Aren't sure about the answers to these questions. Use this site to learn some interesting facts about the state of New York.
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Other

History and Politics of New York

For Students 3rd - 8th
Briefly explores New York history and geography, including a history of Central Park, Chinatown, and the Upper West Side. It also has links to many other related sites.
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National Inventors Hall of Fame

National Inventors Hall of Fame: George Babcock

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn about George Babcock (1832-1893 CE), a New York native who, along with Stephen Wilcox, invented an improved water tube steamboiler.