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Website
Other

Alaska Library Association (Akla)

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to information about the organization, its events and conferences, the resource provides links to numerous libraries within the state.
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Interactive
Kidport

Kidport: United States of America Geography

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site contains a fun way to learn about the states within the United States. Click on the state that you want to learn more about and it provides facts, geographic landmarks, points of interest, major industries, a quiz and more.
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Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Alaska Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read a brief folktale, myth or legend from the state of Alaska.
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Lesson Plan
Library of Congress

Loc: The Alaska Purchase: Debating the Sale

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The 1867 Treaty of Cession, in which the United States purchased Alaska from the Russian empire, marked an unusually peaceful transition. The purchase of Alaska was done under amicable circumstances, and both Russia and the U.S. felt...
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Website
Other

Alaska Department of Education: Standards

For Students 9th - 10th
The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development provides the state standards for Alaska students, schools, and educators.
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Website
Other

Alaska Department of Education: A Place for Teachers

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development provides various resources specifically dedicated for teachers. Content includes teacher certification information, assessment information, curriculum and instruction...
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Website
Other

Alaska Department of Education: A Place for Teachers

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development provides various resources specifically dedicated for teachers. Content includes teacher certification information, assessment information, curriculum and instruction...
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Website
Other

Alaska State Library

For Students 9th - 10th
The library explains its resources and services. Residents of the state may ask for a password and gain access to the library's catalog of books, magazines, and newspapers.
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Graphic
DLTK

Alaska State Map

For Students 3rd - 5th
Provides a blank map of Alaska.
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Website
Academy of American Poets

Poets.org: Alaska Poets

For Students 9th - 10th
Poets.org provides an overview of the poets from a particular state. The overview for Alaska includes information on featured poets (John Haines, Linda Bierds, and Robert W. Service) and poems specifically about Alaska.
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Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: Alaska

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn facts and geography about the state of Alaska including symbols, flag, capital, bodies of water, industry, borders, population, fun facts, GDP, famous people, and major cities.
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Handout
NSTATE

Alaska: The Last Frontier State

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers basic information on the history, culture, economy, geography, people, and government of Alaska. Also, provides maps and an almanac of statistical facts.
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Lesson Plan
Library of Congress

Loc: A Russian Settlement in Alaska

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In the early 19th century, most of the land that is now Alaska was claimed by the Russian empire, and its most significant community was Novo-Arkhangelsk, which today is called Sitka. From 1808 until the sale of Alaska to the United...
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Handout
CRW Flags

Flags of the World: Clickable Map of the United States

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Includes both printable images and fascinating trivia behind the flag of each state. It includes alternate flags used in the past.
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Website
Other

Alaska Department of Health and Social Services

For Students 9th - 10th
The government health site for the state of Alaska. Includes information on alcoholism & drug abuse, medical assistance, public health, etc.
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Handout
50 States

50 States: Alaska (Ak)

For Students 3rd - 8th
Find here a collection of links to information about the state of Alaska. Categories include facts, government, geography, education, people, attractions, history, industry, and miscellaneous.
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Website
Other

Ade: Alaska State Board of Education & Early Development

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Locate names and addresses of current board members,a statement of "Alaska's Vision and Goals for Education," meeting schedules, and minutes of previous meetings.
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Website
Other

Alaska Job Center Network

For Students 9th - 10th
Are you looking to explore the job market in Alaska? The Alaska Job Center Network offers current job openings, job centers, and information about finding work in Alaska.
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Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Alaska: The People and the Land

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students will read the short story about Alaskan Native heritage, "Otoonah," as retold by Robert David San Souci. From the reading and interpretation of this native American story, students will study the indigenous people of Alaska and...
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Handout
US Department of State

Biographies of the Secretaries of State: William Henry Seward (1801 1872)

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief biography on William Henry Seward who was appointed Secretary of State by Abraham Lincoln on March 5, 1861, and served until March 4, 1869. Seward carefully managed international affairs during the Civil War and also negotiated the...
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Website
Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet: Alaska

For Students 1st - 9th
Travel site with stunning photographs provides an overview of the culture of Alaska. Learn about language, foods, and traditions common to this state.
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Website
Other

Alaska: Sheldon Jackson Museum

For Students 9th - 10th
The Sheldon Jackson Museum "s the oldest museum in Alaska and is located in the first concrete building in the state. Its primary interest to educators and students online is focus on an artifact of the Month and the archive of those...
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Website
Other

Alaska: Sheldon Jackson Museum

For Students 9th - 10th
The Sheldon Jackson Museum "s the oldest museum in Alaska and is located in the first concrete building in the state. Its primary interest to educators and students online is focus on an artifact of the Month and the archive of those...
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Whiteboard
ClassFlow

Class Flow: Getting to Know Alaska

For Teachers 6th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login Required] Using maps and Activotes, students will learn the basic facts about the state of Alaska.