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Social Customs and Cultural Differences

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides links to many areas of U.S. life. Click on a link and it explains what the customs are for that topic in the United States.
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Curated OER

A View on Cities: Philadelphia: Us Custom House

For Students 9th - 10th
US Custom House (Philadelphia)
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Exploring Customs and Cultures Part 2

For Teachers K - 1st Standards
Students meet both language arts and social studies objectives in this interdisciplinary unit on customs and cultures. In part 1 of the unit students practice research and writing skills to create a slideshow. In part 2 of the unit...
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Exploring Customs and Cultures Part 1

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students meet both language arts and social studies objectives in this interdisciplinary unit on customs and cultures. In part 1 of the unit students practice research and writing skills to create a slideshow. In part 2 of the unit...
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: German Food and Eating Customs

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Working in small groups, students plan and serve a typical German supper, using the studied vocabulary to express their needs and opinions. Presentations of cultural customs, cultural differences, and menus make efficient use of limited...
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Bankrate

Bankrate: Forgive Us Our Debts

For Students 9th - 10th
This site presents an article about customers of a credit counseling office who have problems with their credit.
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Tahiti Et Ses Iles

For Students 9th - 10th
This French site gives the location and description of these islands, along with practical information on customs, time differences, store hours and holidays.
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Project Britain: British Life and Culture

For Students 9th - 10th
Thanks to teachers and students at Woodlands Junior School for this excellent website that clues us in on everything British. This is an excellent source of information for customs and traditions, daily life, etiquette, government, food...
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Automotive Service Completing a Work Order

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The proper creation of a work order or customer record is essential to the repair process. Whether this is accomplished with a computer based program or pen and paper; the document is only valuable when it is completely filled out with...
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: American Historical Fiction Journal

For Teachers 10th - 12th
In this American literature (1900-2000) creative research paper project, each student creates an original work of American historical fiction using his/her knowledge of the research process. Students identify and address the ways...
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Kiddy House: All About Christmas Kids and Teachers

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Check out this awesome secular Christmas resource. This site offers songs, customs, themes and more.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Croatian Americans

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Croatian Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Costa Rican Americans

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Costa Rican Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
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CNN

Cnn: Alan Shepard Was a "Pretty Cool Customer" July 22,1998

For Students 9th - 10th
Biography and obituary of Alan B. Shepard. He was America's first space traveler. This site has links to related sites about Shepard and the early days of the space program.
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OpenStax

Open Stax: The Americas

For Students 11th - 12th
After reading this section, students will be able to locate on a map the major American civilizations before the arrival of the Spanish, discuss the cultural achievements of these civilizations and also the differences and similarities...
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Hangout Nj: Assignment New Jersey: Delaware Indians

For Students 3rd - 8th
This is a site custom-designed for students with information needs about New Jersey. You can check out the famous firsts that happened in New Jersey, or read about history, find out about explorers, as well as other topics.
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Cnto: About China

For Students 9th - 10th
In-depth, interactive look into many aspects of China. China's geography, history, population, and more are covered.
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Mayaco

Mayaco: Holiday Traditions: Mexico: Feliz Navidad

For Students 9th - 10th
The story of a Christmas tradition in Mexico, "Feliz Navidad". Recipes are also provided for some traditional Mexican holiday treats.
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Native Americans

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
During this lesson, students will recognize that Native Americans were the first inhabitants of our country. They will locate on a map where different tribes lived and compare and contrast different tribes' basic needs and customs.
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Celebrating the Chinese New Year

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
During this lesson, students will learn about the Chinese New Year celebration, including customs, symbols and their meanings, and roles of adults and children. Following the lesson, students will compare the celebrations in United...
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Sprachcaffe: Traditions in France

For Students 9th - 10th
A listing of common customs and traditions practiced by the people of France. Included are a brief look at Noel Christmas, Paques or Easter, Bastille Day, Flying Bells, and more.
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Weather Instruments for Sale

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
During this instructional activity, students will use knowledge they have learned about weather instruments to create a catalog advertisement. Students will use descriptive writing to advertise the use of the weather instrument. They...
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: The Study of Human Geography

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Geographers are social scientists who are interested in human activities as well as the physical environment. Human geography includes a wide range of topics, such as the study of languages, religions, customs, economics, and political...
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Automotive Brake Service

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The proper inspection machining or refinishing of brake drums ensures quality brake repairs with little to no opportunity for returns for customer complaints. This lesson will teach inspection, measuring and machining techniques and...