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Trekking to Timbuktu

For Teachers 6th - 8th
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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Social Studies and Children's Literature

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Young scholars write a journal in response to literature. The story that is read is about prairies. The subject of prairies becomes an object for research. The culminating activity is the making of a map where prairies exist in the...
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Law of Superposition

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students identify the law of superposition and it states that beds of rock in a series are laid down with the oldest at the bottom and younger layers on the top. They construct a legen for a block diagram and construct a block diagram...
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Life on the Border

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students discuss different types of boundaries. They research the United States/Mexico border and answer questions about their findings. They create collages, posters, or multimedia presentations showcasing various areas of concern...
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Coon Rapids

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students study the development and future of Coon Rapids, Minnesota. They navigate through learning activities about the development and predict future growth of Coon Rapids.
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San Francisco Bay Watershed

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students examine relief maps of California and discuss the San Francisco Bay watershed. Discussion continues with the class helping complete a journey of water through seasons in a "finish my sentences" style lecture. They label rain...
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San Francisco Bay Watershed

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students locate important landmarks on a map and explore the watersheds in California. In this watershed lesson students complete a worksheet and discuss what they learned. 
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Introduction to the United States Map

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students identify the United States of America and it's states on a map. In this mapping instructional activity, students examine a globe and find the United States as well as a few land marks (Florida and the Great Lakes). ...
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Welcome to the Great River Road: Mississippi River

For Students 9th - 10th
Educational information on the Mississippi River can be found under Mississippi River Facts. Clicking on that heading provides facts on the history and people as well as all the factoids requested from students doing reports.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: United States Geography: Rivers

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the major rivers of the United States including the Mississippi, Missouri, Rio Grande, Colorado, and the Hudson. Geography of the US.
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Internet Geography: Rivers

For Students 3rd - 8th
Discover rivers with this informative personal site containing helpful information and an easy-to-understand map illustrating the parts of a river. Learn about the negative effects of a river and some case study examples.
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Encyclopedia of Arkansas: Geography and Geology

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of the geography and geology covering the landscape of what is now the state of Arkansas.Both have had important influences on the history and cultural development of Arkansas.
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Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Learner: Teaching Geography: Israel and Egypt

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Media-rich site address the ongoing conflicts in Jerusalem, Israel and the limitations of natural resources throughout Egypt due to the nation's dependence upon the Nile River. Understand the relationship between human identity and...
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Geographic

Mexico Geography Index

For Students 9th - 10th
This homepage provides links to descriptions of the geography of Mexico.
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Other

Ordnance Survey: Mapzone: Geography

For Students 3rd - 8th
Take a look outside, at the landscape. Explore the world, the features of the earth, the impact of weather on the earth through this resource. Discover weather, climate, glaciation, rivers, and urban development.
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National Wildlife Federation

National Wildlife Federation: Platte River

For Students 9th - 10th
Visit this resource to briefly explore the ecosystem, discover the wildlife, and understand the threats to Nebraska's Platte River.
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NSTATE

The Geography of California

For Students 3rd - 8th
Here you will find a variety of facts about the geography of the state of California. Find out the geographic center, total area, elevations and much more.
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PBS

Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Rivers and Streams

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Learn more about Rivers and Streams through this educational resource. This site features photographs, a description, fun facts, and more about this type of freshwater ecosystem.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Mississippi River

For Students 9th - 10th
From Wikipedia find a very comprehensive entry that includes the history, geography, navigation, communities, cities and notable bridges along the Mississippi River.
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South Carolina Educational Television

Etv: South Carolina River Venture

For Students 3rd - 8th
Take a virtual "float trip" across South Carolina, following the Saluda, Congaree, the Santee, and the Cooper Rivers. RiverVenture is the story of South Carolina's cultural and natural landscape as told by its rivers. It includes teacher...
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PBS

Pbs: The Story of India: The Ganges River

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS explores the geography of India with an in-depth look into the famous Ganges River. Identifies the location of the confluence of the two rivers that form the Ganges. Describes the agricultural and commercial benefits of the river to...
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Kidport

India: Geography

For Students 9th - 10th
Concise synopsis of India, covering history, climate, population, key facts, and geography. Includes links to other books on India and India sites.
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Enchanted Learning

Enchanted Learning: Australia: Geography, States and Territories, Population

For Students 9th - 10th
Facts about Australia's geography, including population, government and economy, largest cities, and landmarks such as the Great Barrier Reef and more.
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Washington State University

Washington State University: Columbia River Basin Ethnic History Project

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of primary documents dealing with the ethnic groups found in the Columbia River Basin.

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