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Scholastic

Scholastic: Immigration Stories of Yesterday and Today

For Students 9th - 10th
Meet a diverse group of people who have immigrated from various countries to the U.S. from the late 1800s through to today, including three kids new to the US since 2000. Includes lesson plans for different grade levels.
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Lesson Plan
National Geographic

National Geographic: Cultural Diversity in the United States

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students learn about several different metaphors that have been used to describe cultural diversity in the United States. Then they choose a metaphor that represents today's diverse cultural landscape. Background information, directions,...
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Website
Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian Education: Migrations in History

For Students 9th - 10th
This extensive site chronicles the migration of people throughout history. The migration of people, objects, ideas, and cultures are explored and the impact of such moves discussed.
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Handout
Other

Migration

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn about the movement of people from one place to another with this informative look at migration. Discover the push and pull factors, migration into Europe, and the main types of migration.
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Article
National Constitution Center

National Constitution Center: We the Civics Kids

For Students 3rd - 5th
Is America more like a melting pot or tossed salad? See if you can answer that question after reading "We the Civics Kids" which focuses on the diversity of cultures that make up America. Learn about different foods, languages, and...
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Article
Other

Wilson Middle School: The Impact of Tradition and Cultural Diffusion

For Students 5th - 8th
Throughout history, people, products, and ideas have moved from one place to another. Read about which factors caused these movements within the Eastern Hemisphere. Study cards are included to help review the concepts covered.
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National Geographic

National Geographic: National Geography Standards Migration

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Detailed site that explains the National Geography Standards. It supplies an extensive explanation of voluntary and involuntary migration. This information is helpful for developing a better understanding of migration and human movement.