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Africa 1500-present: The Big Picture
In this African history study guide worksheet, young scholars read a brief overview pertaining to the history of Africa from 1500 to the present and fill in the blanks with the appropriate words. Students also respond to 18 short answer...
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Going, Going, Ghost
Third graders research ghost towns. In this geography lesson, 3rd graders locate ghost towns on a map and choose one location to research. Students construct a research paper and present it to the class.
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The Growth of Islam
Seventh graders gain insight into the daily lives of Muslims and to develop empathy for them by studying the Islamic world and creating presentations.
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"Go West, Young Man!"
Students examine reasons why people migrated west. They describe how the geography of the U.S. changed in the 19 th century and design a PowerPoint presentation to convey factors for westward expansion.
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Exploring Our Country: An United States Scavenger Hunt
Students visit a selected web site and search answers to given questions. They investigate census data for a several states. They explore data such as business, geography, and people. Students demonstrate ways to navigate through a...
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Water Features - Lesson 2 - U.S. Political Map Grade 4-5
Learners locate water features on maps. In this geography lesson, students complete worksheets that require them to identify water features on a U. S. political map.
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The African American Population in US History
How has the African American population changed over the years? Learners use charts, statistical data, and maps to see how populations in African American communities have changed since the 1860s. Activity modifications are included to...
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Mississippi Vocabulary Word Jumble
Twenty state related words are all mixed up! Can your Mississippi learners unscramble them? Words like Jackson, cotton, Evis, and mockingbird are included, to name a few!
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North Carolina Vocabulary Word Jumble
Can your young North Carolina natives unscramble these words? Twenty words associated with the state are listed. Some examples include bass, Easley, Polk, and tarheel.
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U.S. and Canada: How are We the Same? How are We Different?
Get high school geographers to compare and contrast Canada and the United States. They begin by drawing a freehand map of North America, then complete readings to gain insight into Canada. The text is not provided; however, another text...
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Indian Languages
Fifth graders explore the different types of Indian languages used today in the United States.
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Energy Crisis: Then and Now
Using political cartoons, scholars analyze the energy crisis of the 1970s and '80s, comparing and contrasting it to current tensions with oil. Display the 6 cartoons (linked) to the class, and demonstrate analysis using the worksheet...
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They Were Born Where?
Students assess where the presidents of the United States were born and analyze the role of geography in determining the outcome of presidential elections. They create graphs visualizing the birth and home states of the presidents along...
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Route 66 And Population Patterns
Students investigate the geography located along Route 66. They research how the population patterns change in certain areas along the highway. Students use the information in order to form hypotheses about how and why the population...
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New Mexico State Quarter Printable
In this New Mexico worksheet, students study a picture of the state quarter of New Mexico. Using the information on the coin, students answer 3 short essay questions.
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Where In the World Are You?
Fourth graders fill in blank copies of the United States Map and then the World Map.
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People in the World-Brazil
Second graders explore information about South America and choose a country to study. They explore culture, food, geography, clothing, language, and recreation of their country. Students visualize their learning by developing a slide...
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Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce
Eleventh graders explore the life of Chief Joseph and Nez Perce. In this US History lesson, 11th graders analyze paintings and photos detailing the flight of Nez Perce. Students create a narrative newspaper article based on their...
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A New World and the Emergence of a New Race
Students study specific terms and concepts about the discovery of America. They improve their history knowledge about some Latin American regions and their map and geography skills of the New World. They describe what is meant by...
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New Hampshire State Quarter
In this New Hampshire worksheet, students study a picture of the state quarter for New Hampshire. Using the information on the coin, students answer 5 short essay questions about New Hampshire.
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North Carolina State Quarter
In this North Carolina learning exercise, students study a picture of the state quarter. Using the information on the coin, students answer 5 short essay questions.
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Homer's Odyssey:The Original Incredible Journey
Young scholars study Greek culture, particularly as it relates to Homer's Odyssey. They examine how human activities shape the earth's surface and identify forces that influence a culture's beliefs and traditions. They determine that...
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Oregon State Quarter
In this state quarters activity, students study the picture of the state quarter of Oregon. Students use the information on the quarter to answer state fact questions.
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RACED Comprehension Sheet
In this race worksheet, learners respond to 10 short answer questions regarding geography concepts that feature the letters of the word "raced" as mnemonic hooks.