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Ms. Magazine: Homepage

For Students 9th - 10th
Ms. Magazine is a monthly publication which focuses on international women's issues. Content includes articles from the magazine, book reviews, an action center, and more.
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The Guardian

Guardian: World News: How Well Do You Really Know Your Country?

For Students 9th - 10th
This interactive article engages readings in a series of questions about statistics about a chosen country. Students will predict a statistical answer and receive immediate answers relative to their accuracy. Students will also be able...
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France Amerique

For Students 9th - 10th
A companion to the French conservative daily Le Figaro, France-Amerique offers French news and special reports every week meant specifically for American readers. Special sections on the French presence in the US. A guide for French...
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Library of Congress

Loc: Librarian of Congress Appoints New Poet Laureate

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about poet Louise Gluck, appointed in 2003 as the United States Poet Laureate by Librarian of Congress James H. Billington, and her books of poetry. Also discover the duties of this annually bestowed title and learn about how the...
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California Newsreel: Videos on African American Life

For Students 9th - 10th
This company claims to be the "oldest and most notable non-profit documentary production and distribution center in the nation." It offers a rich collection of videos on all aspects of African American life and history: e.g., Academy...
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Extreme Global Makeover: Wide Angle: Lesson Plan

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Modernization is an important issue in many places, including China and India. Students explore how it may impact such areas as society, politics, the economy, and the environment.
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El Nuevo Herald (Miami)

For Students 9th - 10th
This newspaper in Spanish from Miami serves a mostly Cuban American readership.
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Black enterprise.com

For Students 9th - 10th
Black Enterprise covers and delivers information on targeted marketing and building wealth for the African American businessperson.