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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

To Be Or Not To Be a State? That Is the Question

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders research Puerto Rico's culture, religion, language, government, etc. and identify differences and similarities with the United States. They participate in a debate about whether or not Puerto Rico should become a state.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Tears of Joy Theatre Presents Anansi the Spider

For Teachers 4th - 6th Standards
Accompany the African folktale, Anansi the Spider, with a collection of five lessons, each equipped with supplemental activities. Lessons offer multidisciplinary reinforcement in English language arts, social studies, science,...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Dominican Immigration: Understanding the Push-Pull Factors of Immigration to the United States in the 1960's

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers complete a unit about the history and geography of the Dominican Republic and the reasons for Dominican immigration to the U.S. in the 1960's. They conduct Internet research, write a biographical sketch of Raphael...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Island Research

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students collaborate to gather information about the geography, history, economy, climate, culture, and other aspects of life on the island of Eleuthera.
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Curated OER

Foods and Languages of the World

For Teachers Pre-K
Students create their own ice cream sundae given various toppings from around the world. In this foods and languages of the world diversity instructional activity, students develop an understanding of diversity in culture, family...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Rooster Who Went to His Uncle's Wedding

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders read and discuss the story "The Rooster Who Went to His Uncle's Wedding" in the Scott Foresman series. They summarize the story. They understand the influence of Latin American Folktales. They complete a quiz on the story.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Tourism in Northern Ireland

For Students 6th - 7th
In this tourism learning exercise, students label pictures of tourist destinations with the name of the country they are located in, write sentences about pictures showing damage caused by tourists, identify locations on a map, and fill...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

What and Where is Puerto Rico?

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students explore Puerto Rico. They create K-W-L charts of their prior knowledge of Puerto Rico and observe maps of Puerto Rico. They code the map for measurements and land and water forms. They explore websites to gain background on...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Sugar Cane Curtain/ Defining Political and Social Struggles Between Haiti and the Dominican Republic

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders explore historical events that created conflict between Dominican Republic and Haiti, examine how need for cheap source of labor has led to exploitation of Haitian workers, and discuss how topography of island of...
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Montserrat

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Montserrat, a British Overseas Territory in the Caribbean. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification,...
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Bermuda

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Bermuda. 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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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Garifuna

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Garifuna who live in Central America. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal...
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eBook
Country Studies US

Country Studies: Caribbean Islands

For Students 9th - 10th
Read an overview of the Caribbean Islands as a whole. Find out their histories, culture, politics, and geography.
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Handout
Geographyiq

Geography Iq: The Bahamas

For Students 9th - 10th
All you ever wanted to know about the Bahamas can be found here. Organized by quick fact charts or more detailed commentary, information includes geography, government, economy, climate, and more.
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Handout
Geographyiq

Geography Iq: Cuba

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive site on Cuba that gives you "Facts at a Glance" or more in-depth information about such topics as geography, people, economy, climate, or foreign relations.
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Website
Other

Barbados Government Information Service

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the official communications service of the Barbados Government. Besides providing public information to the news media and the people of Barbados, there is also discussion on its government structure, society, history, geography,...
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Website
Other

Barbados Government Information Service

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the official communications service of the Barbados Government. Besides providing public information to the news media and the people of Barbados, there is also discussion on its government structure, society, history, geography,...
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Website
InterKnowledge Corp.

Geographia Caribbean: Curacao

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the beautiful Caribbean island of Curacao on this online tour guide from Geographia.com. Find out much information about the history, culture, people, geography, and tourist attractions.
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Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Jamaica

For Students 9th - 10th
Features a broad country profile of the Caribbean Island of Jamaica, background details, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, and...
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Handout
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Us Virgin Islands

For Students 9th - 10th
Great reference directory for finding information on the US Virgin Islands in the Caribbean. Content includes background details, a country profile, and numerous links to comprehensive information on this island nation's culture,...
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Handout
World InfoZone

World Info Zone: Anguilla

For Students 9th - 10th
Great resource that is full of useful information about the Territory of Anguilla in the Caribbean. Content includes geography, environment, architecture, religion, food, history, economy, arts, sports, and news. Be sure to look at the...
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Website
Other

Barbados Tourism Marketing: Visit Barbados

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore Barbados with this ultimate online travel guide and travel planner. There is information on culture, attractions, geography, and climate.
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Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Barbados

For Students 9th - 10th
A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to Barbados. An overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links available that will provide you...
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Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Dominican Republic

For Students 9th - 10th
Features a country profile of the Dominican Republic, background details, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, and much more.