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Nosferatu Expression and Diminished Chords
Learners explore how to construct and play diminished triads and half and whole diminished chords on the keyboard. They create appropriate sounds to accompany sections of the movie "Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horrors." Students discuss the...
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A Biography of Amir Khan
In this literature worksheet, students read a biography about Amir Khan, a middleweight boxer who won an Olympic bronze in Athens. They identify whether each statement is true or false. Then, students look at his career and respond to...
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Discovering Math Concepts in Advanced Algebra
Learners explore the concept of Chinese contributions in mathematics. In this Chinese contributions in mathematics lesson plan, students research Chinese achievements in mathematics. Learners solve 3x3 systems of equations using the...
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Mixed Prepositions 4: ESL
In this ESL preposition worksheet, students fill in blanks with correct prepositions, choosing from a drop-down list and checking their answer. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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Mixed Prepositions 17
In this preposition learning exercise, students fill in blanks in sentences, clicking on a "check" button for immediate feedback. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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Christmas Truce
Students research the Christmas truce during World War I. In this social studies lesson, students discuss World War I and the Christmas Truce. Students write a response about the truce.
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Wikipedia: Oxfam
Wikipedia article providing information about Oxfam International. Find history, information about Oxfam affiliates, activities, fundraising efforts, links, and pictures in this article.
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Wikipedia: Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Wikipedia provides an overview of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Included are a historical background, a discussion of the charter's features, and links to further articles on each part of the document.
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Wikipedia: Montevideo
Lengthy article from Wikipedia describing the capital city of Uruguay. Discusses its population, geography, history, economy, attractions, and more. There are many images and maps.
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Wikipedia: Korean War
This encyclopedia article from Wikipedia provides a thorough discussion of the Korean War, the 1950s conflict between communist North Korea and anti-communist South Korea.
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Wikipedia: Boston
Wikipedia offers extensive information about the city of Boston. Read about its history, geography, government, and demographics. There are many links included containing information on related topics.
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Wikipedia: Martin Luther
This site from the encyclopedia Wikipedia provides a biography on Martin Luther contains information on his 95 Theses, his being questioned as a heretic and his excommunication, and Luther's antisemitism. Also contains some quotes by...
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Wikipedia: Byzantine Empire
Wikipedia entry on the Byzantine Empire addresses its history, the split with Rome, invasions and migrations from the East, its culture, and the empire's eventual decline and fall.
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Wikipedia: Chiang Kai Shek
This site from the Encyclopedia Wikipedia provides a detailed look at the life of Chiang Kai-shek (1887-1975), who served as President of the Republic of China in Taiwan.
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Wikipedia: Battle of Antietam
This Wikipedia article on the bloodiest battle in American history gives background information on the battle, the battle itself, and the aftermath.
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Wikipedia: Robert Clive
This site from the encyclopedia Wikipedia provides an in-depth biography of the life of Robert Clive. It discusses his upbringing, the many military sieges he was part of, and his role in the creation of British India.
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Wikipedia: Alps
This site from Wikipedia provides a detailed article on the Alps. It is divided into sections that cover the climate, the different regions, the principal passes, the geology, and much more. A great reference site.
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Wikipedia: George Armstrong Custer
This site from Wikipedia provides extensive information about the life of General George Custer, and gives details of his military career and his defeat at the Battle of Little Bighorn.
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Wikipedia: Comet
A nice encyclopedia article from Wikipedia on comets describes what they are, their physical characteristics, gives a history of comet study, and provides a list of well-known comets.
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Wikipedia: Otto I, Holy Roman Emperor
This encyclopedia from Wikipedia provides an extensive biography of Otto I (912-973 CE), Holy Roman Emperor. This site also includes links to additional information on related subjects.
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Wikipedia: Karl Marx
This site from Wikipedia provides an in-depth look at the life of philosopher Karl Marx.
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Wikipedia: Bronze Age
This encyclopedia article from Wikipedia on the Bronze Age discusses its characteristics and history, and takes an in-depth look at the possible theories as to why the Bronze Age ended.
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Wikipedia: John Kerry Presidential Campaign, 2004
he Wikipedia offers this guide to John Kerry's 2004 presidential campaign. Features endorsements and issue stances on such topics as economy, gun control, abortion and Iraq.
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Wikipedia: Mississippi River
From Wikipedia find a very comprehensive entry that includes the history, geography, navigation, communities, cities and notable bridges along the Mississippi River.