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The Need for Government—A Cinematic and Literary Perspective

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars examine the philosophy of government. In this types of  government instructional activity, students explore literature and movie clips to determine the value of rules in lawless societies.
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The Need for Laws

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students consider the presence of authority in their lives. In this law lesson plan, students compare forgotten laws that function in their lives to forgotten instructions in making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.
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Deciphering the Declaration of Independence

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students explore the textual meaning of the Declaration of Independence. In this Declaration of Independence lesson, students read and paraphrase the text of the document into modern-day language. Students also consider the meaning of...
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Worksheet
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Drifting Continents

For Students 6th - 9th
In this plate tectonics instructional activity, students study the continents map and complete 8 short answer questions related to them. They predict what the Earth will look like millions from now.
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Organizer
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The !Kung: Bushmen of the Kalahari

For Students 7th - 12th
In this Kalahari worksheet, students read a 2-page selection about the !Kung and then respond to 3 short answer questions and complete 1 graphic organizer about the selection.
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Interactive
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Africa Map Quiz

For Students 6th - 12th
In this online interactive geography quiz activity, students respond to 53 identification questions about the countries of Africa. Students have 6 minutes to complete the quiz.
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Animal Farm

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students work together in small groups to share their knowledge about apartheid in South Africa. They research the role of women in both traditional and contemporary African societies. They focus on such topics as employment, family, and...
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The Impact of AIDS in Africa and its Effect on the United States

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders explain the social devastation visited on seven nations of sub-Saharan Africa by the AIDS pandemic, with particular emphasis on the damage to educational systems, women, and Students.
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Words in the News: New Zambezi Bridge

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students discuss what they know about the country of Africa. They examine the transportation infrastructure on the continent. They practice using new vocabulary words. They also read articles and answer questions.
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Topic 5: Running the Business

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students explore the concept of running a business. In this running a business lesson, students put their plan of action into practice. Students market a product and try to maximize profit.
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Topic 6: Evaluating and Presenting Results

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Learners construct spreadsheets from raw data. In this spreadsheet construction lesson, students compile data into Microsoft Excel. Learners familiarize themselves with entering and presenting data in a spreadsheet.
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Refugees' Experiences in Countries of Asylum: "What's in a name"?

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders examine the term stereotype.  In this Current Events lesson, 9th graders analyze posters on racism.  Students watch news reports on racism and stereotyping. 
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Worksheet
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The Country of South Africa-Map Activity

For Students 5th - 6th
In this South Africa map worksheet, students label given features and places on a blank map. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Botswana: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive look at the booming economy of Botswana. Find out how Botswana is striving to diversify its economy so it is not so dependent on diamond mining. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Website
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Botswana Today

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the achievements and national problems of the African nation of Botswana in this video segment from Wide Angle.
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Website
BBC

Bbc: Botswana Profile

For Students 9th - 10th
This profile provides a concise overview of Botswana's history, culture, and economy in addition to information concerning the country's leaders and media. Links to related articles are also featured.
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Handout
Association of Religion Data Archives

Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Botswana

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about religion in Botswana, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile which includes general facts, history, and religious data.
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Handout
World Health Organization

World Health Organization: Botswana

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about health in Botswana via the World Health Organization's profile page on the country, which includes demographic information about core health indicators as well as general information. The 'News and features' tab includes...
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eBook
Unite for Literacy

Unite for Literacy: Denver Zoo: Conservation: Conservation in Botswana

For Students 1st - 2nd
Read about how the Denver Zoo helps to protect animals in Botswana in Africa. Includes audio narration in English, Chinese, Spanish, Setswana, and Turkish, with text in English.
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Handout
Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Botswana

For Students 9th - 10th
Facts about Botswana including environmental issues, geography, government, people, water, economy, agriculture, health, natural resources, energy resources, and conflict.
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Botswana

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Botswana. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
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Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Botswana

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers a country profile and travel guide to the African nation of Botswana, background overview, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news,...
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Handout
Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Botswana

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides a description of Botswana's location, people, and economy, including summary statistics. Includes a map and the national flag.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Botswana: Government

For Students 9th - 10th
A good look at the successful government of Botswana, a country with a stable and free democracy. You can find a list of the current governmental officials. From the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

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