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University of California

The Bancroft Library: Italian Americans in California

For Students 9th - 10th
An introduction to the history and culture of Italian immigrants and their descendants in California from 1687 to the present. Shows how the people, industries, and neighborhoods of an area change over time. Includes a virtual exhibit...
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Calisphere: University of California Libraries

Univ. Of California: Calisphere: Early California Exploration and Settlement

For Students 9th - 10th
Images showing early California exploration and settlement dating from 1780s through the 1830s and describing the social, political, cultural, and economic life and interactions among pre-Columbian people of California.
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Calisphere: University of California Libraries

University of California: Calisphere: Wwii 1939 45: 442nd Regimental Combat Team

For Students 9th - 10th
Images, photos and primary source material document the experience of Japanese men in the 442nd Regimental Combat Team during World War II.
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Other

Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides information on the three Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County.
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Other

California Museum

For Students Pre-K - 1st
The California Museum tells the history of California through the stories of the men and women and the events that have shaped and that are continuing to shape its history.
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Other

California Museum

For Students 9th - 10th
The California Museum tells the history of California through the stories of the men and women and the events that have shaped and that are continuing to shape its history.
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Other

Coastal Navigation and Exploration of the Monterey Bay

For Students 9th - 10th
This site details the information known about California before 1769 based on the account of six explorers.
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University of Houston

University of Houston: Engines of Our Ingenuity: No. 423: Terman and Silicon Valley

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about Frederick Terman, a Stanford University professor, who was largely responsible for the growth of Silicon Valley in California. This is a transcript of a radio broadcast.
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50 States

50 States: California (Ca)

For Students 3rd - 8th
Find here a collection of links to information about the state of California. Categories include facts, government, geography, education, people, attractions, history, industry, and miscellaneous.