Curated OER
Building Relations
Students examine the relationships between particular landmarks and their home cities. They create posters illustrating the various connections and write scripts that could be used by tour guides.
Howard Hughes Medical Institute
EarthViewer
Can you imagine Washington DC and London as close neighbors occupying the same continent? Learners will be fascinated as they step back in time and discover the evolution of the earth's continents and oceans from 4.5 billion years ago to...
Curated OER
Robbing the 'Hood?
Students investigate historical figures and how they play a role in tourism by reading and discussing the article "When Robin Hood Supped, Was it Yorkshire Pudding?" In groups, students investigate issues related in the article in...
Curated OER
Studying Haring's Public Mural: "Crack is Wack"
Young scholars examine and discuss Keith Haring's mural, Crack is Wack, and his political and personal motivations to create the mural. They plan, design and create a mural that addresses social issues.
Curated OER
All Across America
Students share experiences of places they have visited or would like to visit. They create travel guides for trips to take in the United States based on themes from their studies, incorporating both historical and current data about...
California Polytechnic State University
Australian Geography Unit
At the heart of this resource is a beautifully detailed PowerPoint presentation (provided in PDF form) on the overall physical geography of Australia, basic facts about the country, Aboriginal history, and Australia culture and lifestyle.
Curated OER
Do Ask? Do Tell?
Learners explore debates regarding gay rights following the Supreme Court's Lawrence v. Texas decision. They participate in a fishbowl discussion, exploring questions on marriage, adoption, custody, employment, and military service.
Curated OER
The French Lieutenant's Women Quiz
In this online interactive reading comprehension learning exercise, students respond to 15 multiple choice questions about John Fowles's The French Lieutenant's Woman. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
Curated OER
Sign Language
Students consider what defines their local town or community and create a welcome sign for their town after learning about a special sign that welcomes visitors to Las Vegas.
Curated OER
The Red Studio Shows the Way
Students look at the painting The Red Studio Shows the Way, and critique the art piece. For this critiquing art lesson plan, students discuss how the painting expresses ideas and feelings and history.
Curated OER
Model Community
Learners explore what it means to create miniature models, and apply what they create a miniature version of their local community for a class exhibit. They write artist statements explaining their models.
Curated OER
Show Me The Dinos
Pupils explore a site of numerous fossil excavations. Using an interactive quarry map, they locate dinosaur specimens and individual bones. In groups, students use "Show Me" cards to answer questions, compile information, and create...
Curated OER
The Industrial Revolution
Eighth graders examine the time period of the Industrial revolution in American history. In this American History lesson, 8th graders read the chapter on this time period. Students create a presentation on this time period to teach...
Other
New York City Tourist: Central Park
Discover the secrets and treasures of Central Park on this virtual picture tour. Learn interesting facts and develop an appreciation for this oasis in the concrete conglomerate of New York City.
Other
New York City Tourist: The Empire State Building
Fantastic photo tour of the Empire State Building accompanied by facts and interesting information. Peruse the pages of pictures and experience the wonder and beauty of one of New York City's famous buildings.
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: New York: A Walk Around Brooklyn
This is the web companion to a TV series of video walking tours of famous New York Neighborhoods. Take a virtual tour through the borough of Brooklyn, New York and see all the landmarks and treasures it is famous for. You can also read...
Other
Holiday Season in New York
This site you can discover all of the many things to do in New York City at Christmas time. View pictures, lists of events, and plan your trip.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Tour Through New York State Lesson Plan
This lesson is a cool and hip way to tour across New York State. The teacher takes students on a virtual tour of NYS while using music and movement.
Other
U.s. News: 32 Best Things to Do in New York City
From Central Park to museums, this site offers suggestions and descriptions of the most popular sightseeing tours and options in New York City. Gather information and view pictures of the fabulous places to visit in this unique city.
Other
New York City Landmark: Palace Theater
Find out where vaudeville was performed in New York's Palace Theater. Included is a timeline of the use of the theater from 1913 through 2000.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: New York City, 1746
Landmarks of New York City in 1746. The legend is as follows: (A) The Fort; (B) The Chapel; (C) Secretary's office; (D) The Great Dock; (E) Port of Nutten Island; (F) Port of Long Island; (G) Dutch Church; (H) English Church; (I) The...
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: New York City, 1911
A map from 1911 of part of New York City, showing streets, bridges, and landmarks.
University of Groningen
American History: Essays: The Towns of New Netherland
Essay on the growth and development of towns settled by the Dutch in and around present day New York City. The author provides interesting details about leaders and landmarks.
Curated OER
Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in New York: Castle Clinton Natl Monument
Circular sandstone fort in Battery Park at the southern tip of Manhattan, New York City.