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People in the West Brigham Young (1801 1877)

For Students 9th - 10th
A very interesting and descriptive biography of Brigham Young, his life, and his religious leadership in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
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Vigor Web Edition: Advice & Commentary on Mormon Life

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the site of a Mormon Newsletter that publishes articles about the Mormons' role in society. You can read articles from their past issues if you click on that topic in the left side bar.
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Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints: Gospel Principles

For Students 9th - 10th
Resource provids links to an entire book called "Gospel Principles" that describes Mormon beliefs in detail. Click on the chapter number to access the information on each topic specified on the right. Lessons are in PDF form and require...
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Pbs: An American Born Religion

For Students 9th - 10th
A series of short descriptions of the early Mormon church and the role of Joseph Smith by well-known historians and scholars.
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: Religious Revival

For Students 5th - 8th
The Second Great Awakening was transformative in ways beyond religion. Read about the new ideas about religion and see how they emphasized individual dignity and worth. This then reflected on the early ideas of women's suffrage, and the...
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

For Students 9th - 10th
This site includes a great deal of information on the Mormon faith, its people, and history.
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Vermont History: Brigham Young (1801 1877)

For Students 9th - 10th
A short introduction to Brigham Young. While Young is most closely associated with Utah, he was born and raised in Vermont.