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Foods and Languages of the World

For Teachers Pre-K
Students create their own ice cream sundae given various toppings from around the world. In this foods and languages of the world diversity lesson, students develop an understanding of diversity in culture, family structure, ability and...
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God's Life

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students explore the Huichole culture. They create a craft that is typical of the Huichole culture. Students partake in a variety of traditional Spanish foods and music. They use Spanish vocabulary while creating their craft.
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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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GET THE POINT!

For Teachers 4th - 5th
The student will measure the width of the horns on drawings of longhorn cattle and then convert the measurements from inches to centimeters and from inches to feet.1. Review with students the steps required to measure an item and to...
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Developing a Gateway to the West

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students identify various topographical features that contribute to the growth of a city. They identify how military strategies contribute to the growth of a city.
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Mississippi Under British Rule

For Teachers 1st - 12th
Learners construct appropriate maps to depict the following information: changes in European territorial claims as a result of the French and Indian War; boundaries of British East and West Florida; significant rivers and settlements of...
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Loss of Wetlands: Subsidence

For Teachers 2nd - 8th
Students observe subsidence and the effect it has on wetlands with a classroom demonstration. They think about the impact of global warming and the sea level and how it affects the marsh.
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Defining Culture

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders define the term culture and are exposed to a variety of cultures from around the world. They read books, play Native American games, develop a class book that examines their own culture and, after examining currencies from...
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Worksheet
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South Dakota

For Students 4th - 5th
In this South Dakota worksheet, students read 9 short paragraphs about the early settlement and statehood of South Dakota. Worksheet has no other associated activities.
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Arsenic Contamination: Water Filtration

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students work in groups to design a filtration process that will separate clean water from polluted water. They organize data in tables or graphs and present their findings to the class. Students identify further safety protocols that...
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Child's Play II: Loteria Game

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils use flashcards to memorize the Spanish words for numbers. In groups, they write and solve addition, subtraction, multiplication and division problems. They play another round of the game in which they can only give the problem...
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A&E Television

History.com: New Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a detailed look at the state of New Mexico! From its earliest history and peoples, to present day facts which include population, climate, geography, plants and animals, economy, government, cultural life, sports and recreation,...
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Enchanted Learning

Enchanted Learning: New Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has a colorful display of information about New Mexico. It contains a map, pictures, a list of state symbols, and links to related information.
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Other

Welcome to New Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
The official site for the state of New Mexico includes information on living and working in New Mexico, education, services, government, and agencies.
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NSTATE

The Geography of New Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
Here you will find a variety of facts about the geography of the state of New Mexico. Find out the geographic center, total area, elevations and much more.
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NSTATE

New Mexico State Symbols and Emblems

For Students 9th - 10th
Which state has a balloon museum and a hot air balloon for an aircraft symbol? New Mexico, of course! Find out all about their state symbols and emblems here. Click on the word for more information and a picture.
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Other

New Mexico: Travel and Tourism

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the various areas of the state of New Mexico. View visitor info, outdoor fun, history and culture, facts and trivia.
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Other

New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science: Coelophysis

For Students 3rd - 8th
The Coelophysis is New Mexico's official state fossil. It lived in the late Triassic Period and has only been found in New Mexico. Popular questions about this dinosaur are answered here. In addition, there are numerous documents about...
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Cayuse Canyon

The Us50: New Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers comprehensive information regarding New Mexico history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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Johns Hopkins University

The Johns Hopkins University: New Mexico State Maps

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory contains several New Mexico geographical maps. It is very informative. Use this site to view a historical perspective with the 1859 map.
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Academy of American Poets

Poets.org: New Mexico Poets

For Students 9th - 10th
Resource provides an overview of the poets from a particular state. The overview for New Mexico includes information on the featured poets (Arthur Sze and D. H. Lawrence) and poems specifically about New Mexico.
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Handout
US Department of Agriculture

Economic Research Service: New Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a state fact sheet on New Mexico from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: New Mexico Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths, or legends from the state of New Mexico.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: New Mexico

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