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A Nobel Cause

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students research the lives and accomplishments of Nobel Prize-winning scientists and compose stories about what the world would be like without the accomplishments of these scientists.
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The Nobel Prize

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Young scholars investigate the Nobel Prize winners for 2001. They complete a Webquest, explore various websites, watch a video, answer discussion questions, and identify and read newspaper articles about Nobel Prize categories.
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The "Nobel"est People

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students study the history of the Nobel Prize, research Nobel laureates in all six categories of the award, and recognize the connecting thread of those who win the Nobel Prize--the contribution of outstanding work and the work's affect...
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Cartoons for the Classroom: Sarcasm, Irony, and Satire

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Satire, sarcasm, or irony? Editorial cartoons have long been the tool artists use to express their opinions about politics and politicians. Kevin "Kai" Kallaugher's four-panel cartoon offers readers an opportunity to examine how he uses...
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The People Next Door

For Teachers 3rd - 10th
Young scholars explore the culture and tradition of neighboring countries. In this geography lesson, students use travel brochures, reference materials, and Internet sites to investigate the business, fashion, language, and entertainment...
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Martin Luther King Jr.: From Civil Rights to Human Rights

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students read essays and participate in a discussion that examines Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s stance on both civil rights and the broader issue of human rights. They conduct research about King's life and work, analyze quotes from his...
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Website
Nobel Media AB

The Nobel Prize: Official Website of the Nobel Prize

For Students 9th - 10th
Home on the web of the Nobel Prize and the foundation that sponsors the awards, given annually, for outstanding contributions in physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, and peace. The site features current winners each year. You will...
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Nobel Media AB

The Nobel Prize: Accelerators

For Students 9th - 10th
After providing general information on accelerators, this site breaks down into several categories, including Accelerators in Use, Accelerators in Research, The History of Accelerators, and Discoveries Made with the Help of Accelerators.