Curated OER
How Does My Government Grow?
Students identify the core democratic values. They explain how the values affect their life in America. They also relate the topic of philantrophy to the core values.
Curated OER
Planning a Railroad
Students use a topographical map to plan a route from Doknner Summit to Truckee, then compare it to the route selected by Theodore Judah.
Curated OER
Homophones
In this homophones worksheet, students will circle the correct homophone for each picture. There are two word choices for each picture.
Curated OER
United States All the Way
Students create patriotic books about the United States and some of its special symbols.
Curated OER
Homonyms- Quiz 39
In this homonyms worksheet, learners complete a 20 question multiple choice on-line interactive quiz about the correct use of homonyms in sentences.
Curated OER
Mapping Your Neighborhood
Students define and outline their neighborhoods using GIS (geographic information systems) or a regional map and relate their neighborhoods to the principles of Smart Growth.
Other
Architect of the Capitol:history of the u.s. Capitol Building
Resource provides information on the U.S. Capitol Complex. Find information on the buildings themselves, the upkeep, history, and conservation efforts.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: The United States Capitol Building
A comprehensive site that provides three lesson plans which explain what takes place in the U.S. Capitol Building. This thorough site describes the function of the Capitol Building and includes many photos of both the building itself and...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Georgia State Capitol Virtual Tour
Explore Georgia's State Capitol building located in Atlanta, Georgia. Tour the grounds outside, explore the inside of the Capitol, and learn about its rich history and the important work that takes place inside this state government...
Other
The Story of Georgia's Capitols and Capital Cities
Trace the history of Georgia's capital cities, from Savannah to Atlanta, as well as the history of the capitol buildings.
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The Story of Georgia's Capitols and Capital Cities
Trace the history of Georgia's capital cities, from Savannah to Atlanta, as well as the history of the capitol buildings.
Other
Architect of the Capitol: Architect's Virtual Capitol
Multimedia-rich tour of the U.S. Capitol.
Other
Texas Bob: Texas State Capitol Building
Read about the construction of the Texas Capitol that began in 1882. Included are excerpts from Sam Houston's speech on accepting the new Capitol building, and photographs.
US Senate
U.s. Capitol Virtual Tour : A "Capitol" Experience
Panoramic views and historical information about the U.S. Capitol building. It's like you're really there! Requires frames-enabled browser, 16" monitor at 800 x 600 resolution.
US Capitol Visitor Center
U.s. Capitol Visitor Center: 1820 1861: Holding the Union Together
American history from 1820-1861 is interwoven with the history of the Capitol as it was expanded to accommodate a growing government body. A timeline of significant events in the debates over slavery, the addition of free and slave...
Other
The United States Capitol: Architect
The U.S. Capitol homepage offers information on: construction, architecture, works of art, the grounds, current projects, and other gov't buildings.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Government Buildings: The u.s. Capitol (3 5)
Provides brief historical facts on the U.S. Capitol, home of Congress in Washington, DC.
Lone Star Junction
Lone Star Junction: The Capitols of Texas
Information about the eight different capitol buildings used by Texas from the start of the Republic of Texas up to the present. Includes drawings and later photos.
Curated OER
National Park Service: North Carolina State Capitol
A teaching unit designed for grades 5-12. Students will examine North Carolina's early history and learn how Raleigh became the state's permanent capital. They will also probe into the building history of North Carolina's State House and...
US House of Representatives
Office of the Clerk: Around the Capitol: A Tour of the Capitol
A brief "tour" of the U.S. Capitol building. Identify the special architectural features of the home to Congress.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Picturing America: State Capitol, Columbus, Ohio [Pdf]
Information about the design and construction of Ohio's capitol building.
Texas State Preservation Board
Texas State Preservation Board: Texas State Capitol
The State Capitol Building of Texas is profiled and important trivia is supplied on its size and architecture.
US House of Representatives
Office of the Clerk: Kids in the House: Art History: Apotheosis of Washington
A review of the artwork of Constantino Brumidi which is found in the U.S. Capitol building. Identify the meanings of each image present in the rotunda.
PBS
Pbs: Building Big: Domes
A collection of resources about domes that includes basic facts about domes, challenges faced by dome builders, famous domes from around the world, and a lab that helps you understand different kinds of materials used to construct domes....