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Voyages in a Bottle

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students uncover the method for easily building a ship in a bottle. Then they fabricate a 3-D model of the ship(s) used on an exploratory sailing voyage and display it in a plastic bottle. Students also draw a map of the world their...
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Worksheet
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Break the Code: Anthropology Terms

For Students 5th - 7th
Spice up your study of basic anthropology terms using this decoding learning exercise. Using a provided code, learners answer 10 fill-in-the-blank questions. Because the code is very simple, more advanced pupils may enjoy the challenge...
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Lesson Plan
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In Search of California Indians

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders research information about some of California indigenous tribes to find out as much as possible about the first people found in the west. They research about the history of a selected tribe and their contributions to...
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Lesson Plan
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Diversity

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders research the meaning of diversity and human rights in various countries.  In this Social Studies lesson, 11th graders reflect on the aspects that can negatively affect First Nations people, then select a country that has...
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Developing Civilizations and the Role of Rice

For Teachers 5th
Student investigate how civilizations developed. In this rice farming lesson, 5th graders explore how rice cultivation changed through different civilizations. Students gain knowledge about different types of rice, where it's grown and...
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Worksheet
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North America Puzzle

For Students 6th - 9th
In this geography activity, students complete a crossword puzzle in reference to North America. They identify capitals of some countries, the specific landforms of different areas, and languages spoken. There are 21 clues to solving the...
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Animals of Africa

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students identify animals indigenous to Africa, then create an imaginary animal using various materials they have at home. They write about their animal and include its name, characteristics, and describe how it defends itself.
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Worksheet
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Rainforest

For Students 6th - 8th
In this biology worksheet, students identify and locate various vocabulary terms that are related to the rain forest. There are 24 biology terms located in the word search.
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Lesson Plan
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History of the American Family

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students discover the history of the American family and the affects of immigration. In addition, they examine the contributions of minority families to American culture. In groups, students explore the pros and cons of dual-income...
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Alaska Trade

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students spend two days traveling throughout Alaska, trading as they go. They explore universal principles related to trade and commerce while studying about Alaska's geography and indigenous people. At the end of the lesson plan,...
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Article
Exploratorium

Exploratorium: Ice Stories: Dispatches From Polar Scientists: Arctic People

For Students 9th - 10th
An arcticle featuring historical data discovered about the people who inhabited the Arctic.
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Website
Other

Oaxaca's Tourist Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers fairly detailed information on the history of the state, natural and cultural attractions, indigenous peoples, and tourist services.
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Website
Other

Oaxaca's Tourist Guide: Bienvenidos a Oaxaca

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers fairly detailed information on the history of the state, natural and cultural attractions, indigenous peoples, and tourist services.
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Activity
Other

Abya Yala Net: Otavalo, Ecuador

For Students 9th - 10th
Fascinating and comprehensive look at the indigenous culture of Otavalo, Ecuador. Excellent photographs accompany this cultural treatise that examines the history, industry, and tourism of Otavalo. Additional links access more specific...
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Activity
PBS

Pbs Kids: Plum Landing: Fence for a Fox

For Students 2nd - 5th
This PBS Kids activity is an extension of a Plum Landing episode featuring foxes in Australia. Students will learn basic information about these foxes. Students will also design a fence to protect chickens from these nonindigenous foxes.
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Other

The Rooms: Inuit in Labrador

For Students 9th - 10th
This site surveys the history and culture of the Inuit of Labrador. Illustrated, it discusses Inuit hunting, fishing, shelters, clothing, and more.
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Website
Other

Ecuador Explorer: People and Culture

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed look at Ecuador's population, religion, language, and indigenous culture.
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Activity
Study Languages

Study Spanish: La Llama

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has an explanation in Spanish and English with a few comprehension questions about the llama in the Andes area of South America. Additional links are provided for more information on this unique animal. Great reading selection...
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Website
Other

Indigenous Peoples' Lit.: Indigenous Nations of Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
A listing of the different indigenous groups of people in Mexico. Each group has its own page in which you can find information on their literature, songs, and culture. Additional links to other websites are provided.
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Graphic
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Indigenous Peoples' Lit.: Indigenous Nations of Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
A listing of the different indigenous groups of people in Mexico. Each group has its own page in which you can find information on their literature, songs, and culture. Additional links to other websites are provided.
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Graphic
Curated OER

Indigenous Peoples' Lit.: Indigenous Nations of Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
A listing of the different indigenous groups of people in Mexico. Each group has its own page in which you can find information on their literature, songs, and culture. Additional links to other websites are provided.