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Creating and Evaluating Ethnic Advertising
Students examine the concept of ethnic advertising. In this African American history lesson plan, students watch segments of videos about the history of ethnic advertising. Students respond to questions that correspond to each of the...
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Opportunity and Danger
Students examine the Immigration Acts of 1862 and 1865. They discover how Chinese immigrants faced prejudice. They interview a first or second generation immigrant.
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The Renaissance
Fifth graders examine the rise of the Renaissance and the contributions and roles of various groups such as ancient Greeks, Muslim scholars, the aristocracy, the Catholic Church, and tradesmen. They develop and write a report on a...
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Political Geography of Europe
Fifth graders listen to a lecture that traces the political geography of Europe from 814 through 1997. They incorporate these themes into a research project on Western Europe.
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Seafood: For the Love of Fish
Students role play a scenario specific to decision making in seafood management and conservation. In this marine science instructional activity, students estimate seafood consumption in their state. They recommend new regulations for...
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Inventing the Future
Students explore the impact of technology on the world by researching current or past scientific advancements, then developing a new invention or technology for the next millennium.
Louisiana Department of Education
Louisiana Doe: Louisiana Believes: English Language Arts: Grade 5: The Making of a Scientist
Fifth graders learn about the steps of scientific investigation. Students explore how various theories have changed over time by gaining knowledge through scientific investigation. They will begin to use evidence and read about peoples'...
Other
Graffiti Archaeology
This resource shows the study of graffiti-covered walls as they change over time. Made of photo's taken by various photographers over a span of several years. Initial images can be slow loading, but worth the wait.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: The History of Tattoos
If you have a tattoo, you're part of a rich cultural history that dates back at least 8,000 years. Where did this practice of body modification come from, and how has its function changed over time? Addison Anderson tracks the history of...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Creepy Caterpillars to Beautiful Butterflies
Students will explore the life cycle of a butterfly using a website and observations of caterpillar metamorphosis. This lesson will incorporate science, mathematics, language arts, and art.
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Wiggins/mc Tighe: My Family and Other Families, Now and Long Ago
With this unit, 1st graders will explore how families have grown and changed over time. They will represent their learning through written stories, art, conversation, timelines, and other projects.
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Slate: Fra Angelico's Pious Art
An eight-part annotated slideshow about the work of Fra Angelico, a 15th-century Florentine artist whose works are often described as transitional. With one foot in the medieval world and another in the emerging Renaissance, Fra Angelico...