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Immigration in the United States from 1880-1910

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders explore, examine and study immigration in the United States from 1880-1910. They identify different aspects of the American immigration movement. Each student also shares where their ancestors are from and their...
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Worksheet
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The Mayflower Compact

For Students 4th - 5th
In this history worksheet, students will draw the path of the Mayflower on a map and fill in the missing words on the Mayflower Compact.
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Lesson Plan
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Justice in America

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders analyze primary sources for evidence of intent and purpose. In this American government lesson, 11th graders compose a one-page response explaining their understanding of "justice." Students read and examine quotes about...
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Lesson Plan
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Deciphering the Declaration of Independence

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students explore the textual meaning of the Declaration of Independence. In this Declaration of Independence lesson, students read and paraphrase the text of the document into modern-day language. Students also consider the meaning of...
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Lesson Plan
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Warm up to the Gulf Stream

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students find out the temperature difference between the Gulf Stream and the surrounding water. They locate the Gulf Stream on the infrared image of the eastern seaboard of the US.
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Lesson Plan
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Refugees' Experiences in Countries of Asylum: "What's in a name"?

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders examine the term stereotype.  In this Current Events lesson, 9th graders analyze posters on racism.  Students watch news reports on racism and stereotyping. 
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Congressional Research Service: Northern Ireland the Peace Process [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
This Congressional Research Service Report analyzes the ongoing search for peace in Northern Ireland since the beginning of the conflict in 1969 to the present day. (May 28, 2010)
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Website
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Cain: Background on the Northern Ireland Conflict

For Students 9th - 10th
Links to essays, personal accounts, photographs and other resource materials that provide detailed background information on the conflict and politics of the Northern Ireland Conflict.
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Interactive
BBC

Bbc: Geography: Sustainable Development in Northern Ireland

For Students 9th - 10th
This extensive interactive website is designed for students to use to learn about farming, tourism, transportation, ecosystems, settlements and manufacturing in Northern Ireland.
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Website
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Cain: Key Issues of the Northern Ireland Conflict

For Students 9th - 10th
Listed are the key issues in the Northern Ireland Conflict with links to related articles and resources.
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Activity
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Northern Ireland Assembly

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides information concerning the current activities of the Northern Ireland Assembly.
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Website
Other

Cain: Background Information on Northern Ireland Society

For Students 9th - 10th
Links provide information and statistics on society in Northern Ireland.
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Website
Other

Cain: Key Events of the Northern Ireland Conflict

For Students 9th - 10th
Listed are the key events in the Northern Ireland Conflict between 1964 and 1998.
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Northern Ireland

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Northern Ireland. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics,...
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Article
A&E Television

History.com: How the Troubles Began in Northern Ireland

For Students 9th - 10th
For 30 years, Northern Ireland was scarred by a period of deadly sectarian violence known as "the Troubles." This explosive era was fraught with car bombings, riots and revenge killings that ran from the late 1960s through the late...
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Website
Crown Copyright (UK)

Gov. Uk: The Northern Ireland Office

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information on law and order, criminal justice, prison service, and the forensic science agency of Northern Ireland.
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Website
Other

Cain: The Northern Ireland Troubles

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed history from the University of Ulster of the troubles in Northern Ireland with extensive hyperlinking.
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Article
NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: British Troops End Mission in Northern Ireland

For Students 9th - 10th
A July 2007 examination of the plans to withdraw the last British troops in Northern Ireland. Also provides a brief overview of the conflict which started there 38 years ago. Provides links to related stories. 7/31/2007
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Article
Other

Conflict Archive on the Internet: Northern Ireland: Troubles Brewing

For Students 9th - 10th
An essay, published in 1998, on the Catholic-Protestant conflict in Northern Ireland.
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Article
BBC

Bbc: History: Northern Ireland: The Troubles, 1963 85

For Students 9th - 10th
This article gives an objective view of the problems that brought about "The Troubles" that afflicted Northern Ireland between 1963 and 1985, the actions taken on all sides, and the Anglo-Irish Agreement which sought to end the conflicts.
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Website
Other

Cain: Northern Ireland Background to the Peace Process

For Students 9th - 10th
A recent account on how the various political factions in Northern Ireland are working out a peaceful solution to the rebellion of the IRA and other Separatist groups. 2003
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Website
Other

University of Ulster: Northern Ireland Life and Times Survey

For Students 9th - 10th
This program examines the social attitudes of people living in Northern Ireland. The survey collects data on the attitudes and beliefs of the population along with any social policy issues.
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Handout
Other

Conflict in Northern Ireland: A Background Essay

For Students 9th - 10th
A very helpful essay on the history of the conflict containing an outline of the history of the Irish conflict, brief descriptions of the main contemporary parties and interests in the conflict, and an overview of approaches to managing...
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Website
Other

Belfast Zoo, Northern Ireland

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the homepage for the Belfast Zoo in Belfast, Norther Ireland. There is information about the animals and the zoo.

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