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A Rising People: Ben Franklin and the Americans
Students examine the Enlightenment Era and its philosophies, including philosophers. Students gain an understanding concerning what they new science was and what it led to through a series of lessons and a PowerPoint. the end by writing...
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Discovery of America
Learners examine the European conquest of North America. They participate in activities which allow them to discover the indigenous peoples of the region. They also place events in chrongological order.
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The British Empire – Where the Sun Never Set
Young scholars read an article on the British Empire. In this ESL lesson, students explore the British Empire from the 1600's, then work in small groups to complete several activities that reinforce the information learned in the...
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Trekking to Timbuktu
Students view a television show to provide a context for conducting research into the location and culture of Timbuktu. The students complete a report on the subject in the form of a research paper.
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Recreating Chinese Bronze Vessels
Students make Chinese Bronze Vessels using coil or slab-built clay ceramic techniques. They focus on various ceramic techniques essential to creating a carved ceramic box in the style of Chinese Bronze Vessels.