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A Month of Mapping Literature

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Explore the world through literature! With push pins to mark where each story came from, learners examine cultural differences, geographical location, and how those elements affect story content. This lesson could use deeper development,...
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Where in the World Do Those Cookies Come From?

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Pupils discuss exports and imports by discovering where the ingredients come from for making chocolate chip cookies. They take a survey of their favorite cookies and create a bar graph to represent the information.
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Put the Mountains on the Map

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students discuss what they know about the regions where snow leopards live. They observe the worksheets to see if they can identify any of the mountain ranges and then use atlases to check and complete the country identification worksheet.
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Food and Countries Match

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Beijing duck? Italian pizza? Japanese sushi? Language learners match food words with their country of origin. An answer key is included with the colorfully illustrated worksheet.
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Comparing Countries

For Teachers K - 5th
Students compare facts about different countries. In this comparing lesson, students collect information about the US and another country and compare them. Students locate countries on the map and make a hypothesis about the lives of...
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Around the World

For Teachers K - 5th
Students discuss the major geographical and cultural differences in the world. In this social science lesson, students pretend they are traveling and research information about where they wish to stay by finding information about the...
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See You Later, Alligator

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore the historical and social significance of animals as cultural symbols in various countries around the world, as well as the impact that humans have made on the population and natural habitats of these animals.
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Respect for Non-Native Students

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students develop and understanding that people born in other countries deserve respect and appreciation. In this ethnic background appreciation lesson, students discuss the different countries that classmates are born in. Students then...
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Setting Boundaries

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students investigate the determination of the boundaries of various countries. They work in small groups to research a country's political history and past boundary issues and territorial disputes.
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The Travels of Marco Polo

For Students 4th - 5th
In this social studies reading comprehension worksheet, students read a page long detailed biography of Marco Polo. Students complete 12 multiple choice questions and one essay.
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Out On A Limb In The Pacific Rim?

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students act as cultural attachés to investigate and present briefings on the post-1945 histories and United States diplomatic relationships with East Asian countries. They articulate their foreign policy findings.
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social Studies: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorow

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders take an Internet trip back in time to explore ancient cultures. Working in teams, they assume the roles of theologian, cartographer, economist, political analyst, and anthropologist. The same groups then create time...
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Balance of (Nuclear) Power

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Young scholars research the 11 nations that are either known or suspected to have nuclear weapons. They draft treaties to effect nuclear non-proliferation or disarmament among these 11 countries.
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Consuming History

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students research various foods as well as indigenous plants and animals from different historical eras around the world. They use their research to create a design for theme restaurants.
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Mummies Unwrapped

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students investigate various methods of mummification practiced in cultures around the world and present their findings in 'televised' news reports.
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Around the World Calendar

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students examine world landmarks and monuments. They create a 12 month calendar featuring a significant site for 12 different countries.
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Dude, Where's My Karma?

For Teachers 4th - 9th
Students research various aspects of Indian culture. They create a Book of Knowledge about India. In a second activity they research the history behind any game. They make presentations and play the different games during Game Day.
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Where in the World?

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Young scholars locate famous landmarks around the world. They identify the location of natural and manmade landmarks using a worksheet that provides ten clues.
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The World's Tallest Building

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students investigate the world's tallest buildings. In this architecture lesson plan, students discover how humans change the physical environment. Students read about and view pictures of famous buildings in the world. Students make...
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The Lesson: Tibet

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students discover details about Tibet. In this Tibet lesson, students visit selected websites to discover information about human rights, the Dalai Lama, and Buddhism. Students create prayers or poems in support of the Dalai Lama after...
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Traveling the Silk Road

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students take a virtual trip down the Silk Road. Using a map, they trace the location of the trade route and others that were developed later. They use different spices and goods to trace how they came to the Americas. They answer...
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Web Writer's Block

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Pupils evaluate Web sites banned in various countries, and investigate the reasons why particular countries would want to block information from its people.
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Back-to-school ESL Ideas

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Young scholars share their countries and languages, flags, cultural identity, and pride in home culture.
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I Hate English!

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Young scholars listen to quality literature, examine the Chinese culture, and participate in an oral activity.

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