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Intellectual/Social/Cultural Movements: 1870s - 1914 (5)

For Students 9th - 12th
In this online interactive American history worksheet, students answer 12 matching questions regarding late 1870's-1914 America. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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NGA Kids Inside Scoop Summer 2006

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Learners read passages and study paintings to learn about the artist Giovanni Antonio Canal and his subject of Venice. In this art history lesson, students read about Canaletto and explore Venice through his paintings. Learners then...
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Vermont's Historic Diners

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students watch a video that introduces some of Vermont's diners to illustrate the historical significance. They read a handout about the history of diners and the diner style guide. Students participate in a teacher lead discussion
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Cathlapolte.... Catching Time's Secrets

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders investigate nature by studying a Chinook village from the past.  In this sustainable living lesson, 3rd graders examine the architecture, environment and activities of the Chinook people.  Students create a "needs" list of...
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Getting Started With Java-Background

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Learners study the history of computers including hardware and software, binary representation of data and examine the beginnings of programming languages. They investigate the development of software and the fundamentals of...
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Indian Music

For Students 5th - 6th
In this music worksheet, students discover facts about India's musical history and culture. Students read informative paragraphs and answer 7 questions about India's history and music.
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Prairie Voices: Plum Grove

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students explore Plum Grove located in Iowa City. For this Iowa history lesson, students listen to their instructor present a lecture on the history of Plum Grove and the leadership of Robert Lucas. Students select assessment activities...
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Montauk Historic Site

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Young scholars study the contributions of the Larrabee family. In this Iowa history lesson, students listen to a lecture regarding William Larrabee's governorship and the building of Montauk home.
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The Empire State Building

For Students 4th - 5th
In this US history worksheet, students read a selection about the Empire State Building and answer 10 true and false questions.
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Walking Down Main Street: The Changing Times of a Railroad Town

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students explore the historic district via a scavenger hunt. In this community history lesson, students complete a scavenger hunt using historic postcards and clues as guides. Students create a timeline demonstrating changes of the area...
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The Ancient Times

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students create a newspaper sharing stories of Cleopatra before her death. They use the internet to research information about her and the time in which she lived. They share their newspaper articles with others.
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Introduction And Brief History of Materials Science

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Learners develop an understanding of the concept of matter. They l participate actively in the bubble raft experiment as described on the Center for Thermal Spray Research's website. They demonstrate dislocations and grain...
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Roman Contributions

For Teachers 7th - 10th
A basic overview of one of the most powerful civilizations of all time, these slides don't quite do justice to the mighty Roman Empire. Slides featuring Roman contributions to modern society, such as the aqueduct and distinctive Roman...
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Architecture: The Badge of Identity for Our Society

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Pupils prepare a "camera's-eye" view of the local architecture and then analyze their findings from an historical perspective.
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Using Oral History to Understand Immigrant History

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Learners use oral history to comprehend how life chaned for men, women, and childern when they immigrated to the United States. Students conduct interviews with immigrants in an attempt to interpret hardships, lifestyles, careers, and...
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Let's Make History -- Together

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students examine different pieces of art from different artists. They are to read "About the Art" before viewing. They create their own plasticine tile showing people in action from history.
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Connections Between Texts-Maya Lin and Jane Jacobs

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students discuss New York City architectural developments.  In this architectural history lesson, students create Reader's Theater scripts based on imaginary conversations between two women who contributed to New York City's...
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Ancient Man in Asia

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders analyze and synthesize information about major historical developments by interpreting data, evaluation sources of information, identifying and comparing experiences and perspectives from multiple cultural perspectives.
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Leonardo the Genius

For Students 6th - 9th
In this artists history worksheet, students read an excerpt about Leonardo Da Vinci. They suggest what natural abilities, attitudes, and personal characteristics he would have needed to do all the famous works that he painted. Students...
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Monotheistic Religions

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Religion is an important area of study in any history class.
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Gargoyles: Ceramics

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Study the symbolism and significance of Gargoyles throughout the Gothic era, and then make one. Kids visit three different websites to learn about these goolish protectors, then hone their sculpting skills while making one. They make...
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Crayon Etching- Medieval Bestiary

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders make connections between art and literature studying about Medieval imagery and beliefs.
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Lesson: Urs Fischer: Reviving the Past Art Movements

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Seven major abstract art movements are analyzed by learners in groups. Each group analyzes various works by determining which work belongs to which movement. They then read Flatland, engage in an art and literary analysis discussion,...
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What Were the Main Achievements of the Mayan Civilization?

For Students 7th - 10th
Guided reading questions can keep kids focused. Here they read about Mayan Civilization and then answer 9 fill-in-the-blank questions. They must use evidence from their readings to support their answers. The worksheet includes 3...

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