Curated OER
The Early 19c: The Creation of an American Culture
Full of good information and photos from the 1700's to the 2004 election, this powerpoint could be a great resource in a lecture about American nationalism. While the slides require commentary and smooth transitions (as well as a little...
Curated OER
Connecticut First Challenge 2
In this Connecticut activity worksheet, students respond to 10 multiple choice questions that require them to exhibit the knowledge they have of firsts in the state of Connecticut.
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Words with More Than One Acceptable Spelling
In this recognizing words with more than one spelling worksheet, students read about word origins and printing histories, use a dictionary for alternative spellings, and write acceptable spellings. Students write fifteen answers.
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Connecticut Firsts Crossword
In this crossword puzzle worksheet, students read the 10 statements about 'firsts' that occurred in the state of Connecticut. Students complete the 10 word crossword puzzle.
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Reform Movements (5)
In this online interactive American history worksheet, students answer 20 matching questions regarding reform movements. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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National Dictionary Day
In this National Dictionary Day activity, students complete activities including reading a passage, matching phrases, fill in the blanks, correct word choosing, multiple choice, sequencing, unscramble the sentences, write questions, take...
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Chapter 4 – Antebellum Counterculture and Society
In this Antebellum South activity, students read assigned textbook pages on the Antebellum counterculture and society and respond to 37 short answer questions.
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Education and the Founding of the Academies
Students learn the importance of education in pre- and post-Revolutionary Deerfield.
ReadWriteThink
Read Write Think: Dictionary Day: Noah Webster: Lesson Plan
Learn about Noah Webster and celebrate his birthday with a Dictionary Day classroom activity.
Other
Noah Webster House Museum: Homepage
This resource provides a picture of the Noah Webster (1758-1843 CE) House Museum of West Hartford, Connecticut and information about the restored home and museum.
Bartleby
Bartleby.com: Scholars: Noah Webster
From "Cambridge History of English and American Literature," this site examines Noah Webster's contributions to education as a textbook writer. Lists his major textbooks and describes their popularity.
Other
Acton Institute: Noah Webster (1758 1843)
This resource provides a brief biography of Noah Webster (1758-1843 CE) and a quotation from Webster on how the preservation of property was one of the chief ends of good government.
ReadWriteThink
Read Write Think: Noah Webster Classroom Activity
Lesson plan which provides information about Noah Webster's American Dictionary of the English Language, published in 1828. Includes student activities, lesson plans, web links, and an annotated bibliography. From April 14, 2007.
Other
Noah Webster House: Kid's Corner: Colonial Fun
This site from the Noah Webster House provides the story of Noah Webster and what he does for amusement. Link to games his parents and grandparents used to play.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Noah Webster
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart is a celebration of Dictionary Day, with information about Noah Webster and the dictionary.
Other
Karpeles Manuscript Library: Webster's Dictionary
Information about Noah Webster's first dictionary and the reasons he undertook such a project.
Curated OER
Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Connecticut: Noah Webster Birthplace
Home of the American lexicographer Noah Webster.
CommonLit
Common Lit: On the Education of Youth in America
A learning module that begins with "On the Education of Youth in America" by Noah Webster, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online...
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Noah Webster
An American lexicographer and English spelling reformer. He is famous for his contributions to the Merriam-Webster dictionaries.
Bartleby
Bartleby.com: Pronunciation Before the Civil War
From H.L. Mencken's "The American Language," this site examines Webster's contribution to the study of language and spelling in the United States. Covers the history of Webster's works and summarizes his philosophy and advocacy for...
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Early National Arts and Cultural Independence
Read about the national identity developed in the early 19th century in art and literature. See how both landscape paintings and literature emphasized wilderness themes.
Washington State University
Washington State University: Timeline of American Literature and Events: 1820s
A timeline of political and social events and American literature. Part of a larger site. Hyperlinks to information about individual authors.