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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Iconoclasm as it pertains to the Reformation

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders examine the Protestant reformation.  In this World History instructional activity, 9th graders analyze various photographs from the Reformation.  Students watch a video clip of Luther's trip to Rome.   
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

What's That Relic?

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders listen to a read aloud of David Mc Cauley's book Motel of the Mysteries. They discuss an unknown artifact and decide what it might be used for. They research other artifacts and play "What's that Relic?"
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Website
Other

The Authentication of the Turin Shroud

For Students 9th - 10th
This website introduces one of the most profound and controversial subjects ever uncovered in the history of mankind; the discovery of the Shroud of Turin, which is purported to be the authentic burial shroud of Christ. In addition to...
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Primary
Hanover College

Hanover College: Canons and Decrees of Council of Trent

For Students 9th - 10th
The complete text of "The Canons and Decrees of the Council of Trent." Great primary source material.
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Article
Other

Ichr: The Relic Burial and Consecration of the Altar

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a historical essay discussing the cult of martyrs and their relics. Traditions surrounding the burial of saints in the Catholic church is focused upon.