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Exploring our Community
Students research the geography and history of Los Angeles and its surrounding communities.
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Translating Traditions
Students analyze art reflective of traditions and cultural heritage. In this art analysis lesson, students complete image based discussion.
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'My Town' Brochure
Ninth graders use the internet to research a city or town on the "Walk Across Texas" route. They create a brochure or booklet advertising their assigned city or town.
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Saugus Iron Works
Students investigate the 17th century Saugus Iron Works. They role-play archaeologists, research local industries and write a report, and explore various websites regarding the Industrial Revolution and the Saugus Iron Works.
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The Industrial Revolution
Eighth graders examine the time period of the Industrial revolution in American history. In this American History lesson, 8th graders read the chapter on this time period. Students create a presentation on this time period to...
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Urban New Haven in the Making (1920-1980)
Young scholars read and discuss issues that are relevant to the community. They develop a sense of social efficacy that encourages participation in their community and identify with the local area, and can reduce feelings of cynicism...
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The Research Paper - Searching for a Subject
Students research a website to look for potential topics for a research paper. They develop a narrowed prioritized subject list on an index card (3X5) using word processing program.
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Alaska's Physical Systems and History
Students read about Alaska's physical systems and determine how Alaska's physical makeup has impacted its history. They create timelines of their particular physical system.
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An Introduction:
Young scholars explore historical research with primary sources about Hydropower.
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I am Canadian
Pupils complete a survey about ethnic origin and discuss the results. They discuss the definition of ethnicity and the pros and cons of being of a certain ethnic group.
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Sing a Song of Coinage
Students examine the Tennessee state quarter. They discuss Tennessee's musical heritage, examine all of the coins and as a group, create a song about coins or money. They also complete worksheets pertaining to the activity.
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The Golden Door: U.S. Immigration Through Ellis Island
Students complete a unit covering various aspects of immigration to the United States through Ellis Island. They plan a fictional trip to America, entering at Ellis Island. and actually visit Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty.
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Human Rights Squares
Students read the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) and then participate in an activity in which they discuss instances where human rights have been violated.
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Manuelito
Students research Manuelito's approximate birthplace, his clan lineage, his early upbringing and preparation for defense against enemies. They analyze the factors that brought people west and postulate their understanding of words and...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Digital Story Writing: Cultural Myths
You are a folklorist observing the lives and cultures of different people. You want to tell the world about their culture, beliefs, and values. You and a group of other folklorist are going to research the lives of a an ethnic group, and...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: American Indian Culture of the Southeast
The Southeast Indian tribes were known for their agricultural success. Examine their farming practices, pottery, mound building traditions, and societal structure in the following summary. Also included are pictures, maps, critical...
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Khan Academy: American Indian Culture of the Plains
The Plains Indians had a dynamic society that changed over time. See how the introduction of the horse changed their way of life. Read about their religion, societal structure, housing, and tools. Included are pictures, maps, critical...
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National Park Service: Californio to American: A Study in Cultural Change
This site has a lesson about the ranching industry, creation of California towns and the changes over time. Contains information, inquiry question, historical context, maps, readings, and images.
University of Oregon
Mapping History: American History
Interactive and animated maps and timelines of historical events and time periods in American history from pre-European times until post-World War II.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Us Virgin Islands
Great reference directory for finding information on the US Virgin Islands in the Caribbean. Content includes background details, a country profile, and numerous links to comprehensive information on this island nation's culture,...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Colonial Society and Culture the Consumer Revolution
An overview of the development of the eighteenth century Atlantic economy allowing American colonists access to British goods leading to a consumer revolution and made printed materials available (novels, magazines, pamphlets).
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National Park Service: Pony Express: History and Culture
A good article from the National Park Service which recounts the history of the brief existence of the Pony Express. Read about the route, what caused the demise of the Pony Express, and what part of the trail can still be seen.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Colonial Society and Culture the Great Awakening
An overview of the Great Awakening and how the Protestant Revivalism effected England and the American colonies during the eighteenth century.
SMART Technologies
Smart: Native American Unit
This lesson activity introduces to the students the diversity that exists among Native Americans. It provides a map of the tribes in the United States, the tribes in various sections of the US and information about the cultures of these...