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Worksheet
Curated OER

Breaking News English: France Rejects European Constitution

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read "France Rejects European Constitution," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Breaking News English: Nelson Mandela's Son Dies of AIDS

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read "Nelson Mandela's Son Dies of AIDS," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Terrorism: How Should We Respond?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students participate in an online ballot activity focused on the overarching question of the role of the United States in the world.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

North Korea and Nuclear Weapons

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students deliberate on the merits and tradeoffs of North Korea and Nuclear Weapons.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Are We Americans Again? A Portrait of Japanese American Internment

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students study letters and images of the Japanese American Interment during World War II. They discuss the issues presented.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Breaking News English: Putin's Historic Visit to Israel

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English learning exercise, students read "Putin's Historic Visit to Israel," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

A Case of Innovation

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students use strategies to comprehend technical writing. They write reports with great detail, supporting material, and clear vocabulary. They incorporate source materials into their speaking and writing and use voice, tone, and style.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Vietnam - War support

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars discuss and fill out the tree chart assignment. They discuss Hawks vs. Doves in Vietnam War. Students are asked to classify themselves as a hawk or dove with regards to the current war in Iraq. They discuss how the war in...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Ruby Bridges

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Learners think about differences and equality as they compare their life to that of Ruby Bridges.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Foreign and Defense Policy: An Overview

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders explain why the United States have a policy for its relationship with the rest of the world. They examine their clothing and shoes or other personal items to determine which were manufactured in the US and which in...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Heritage: Famous People of the West

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders examine two famous people, Brigham Young and Jim Bridger, who made an impact on the westward expansion, and create cartoon strip using the information.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Quotable Women for Peace

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars read various quotes by women regarding violence, war, and peace. They analyze and discuss the quotes and participate in various writing and role-play activities.
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Organizer
Curated OER

Breaking News English: Rio Carnival Says "No" To Violence

For Students 5th - 7th
In this ESL reading comprehension worksheet, students read or listen to the passage, then complete a wide variety of warm-up activities, as well as before listening/reading, while listening/reading, after listening/reading, discussion,...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Breaking News English: Hurricane Katrina Kills Hundreds

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English activity, students read "Hurricane Katrina Kills Hundreds," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Breaking News English: Zimbabwe's Homeless Ignored

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English learning exercise, students read "Zimbabwe's Homeless Ignored," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Breaking News English: South African Capital to Have New Name

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English instructional activity, students read "South African Capital to Have New Name," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Breaking News English: Anti-McDonald's McDavids Beat Goliath

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read "Anti-McDonald's McDavids Beat Goliath," and then respond to 8 multiple choice, 27 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

We Wish You a Merry Something, America

For Students 8th
In this we wish you a merry something, America worksheet, 8th graders read or listen to a paragraph explaining that the term merry Christmas is not politically correct in America.  Students discuss 4 warm up topics, complete pre-reading,...
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Lesson Plan
Center For Civic Education

Center for Civic Education: Presidents' Day Lessons

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Presidents' Day lessons for Grades 10-12 on the constitutional legacies of George Washington, James Madison, Abraham Lincoln, and Ronald Reagan, and how they shaped the history and Constitution of our nation. Each lesson was written and...
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Lesson Plan
Edutopia

Edutopia: Presidents' Day: A Life Lesson for Students

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
With this resource, teachers can lead students in a topical conversation regarding President's Day. This free-form lesson includes suggested questions and encourages student discussion about the powers and responsibilities of the...
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Interactive
Vocabulary University

My vocabulary.com: Presidents' Day

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This page has a variety of vocabulary puzzles and activities using 36 vocabulary words on the topic of Presidents' Day. It also includes an extensive Vocabulary Word List for Presidents' Day (382 words) and ideas for President's Day...
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Lesson Plan
Teacher Planet

Teacher Planet: Presidents' Day

For Teachers 9th - 10th
One stop site for lessons, units, clipart, worksheets, activities, etc. pertaining to Presidents' Day.
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Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: President's Day for Early Elementary

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Lesson for early elementary and special education students using graphic organizers/thinksheets to learn about George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and honesty. Students finish by creating pop-up or pocket books about honesty with teacher...
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Lesson Plan
Everything ESL

President's Day: George Washington

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
This "President's Day: George Washington" unit will provide many downloads and resources. Teach ESL students about the first president, U.S. Flag, and the American colonies. It provides internet sites for further research.