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British Library

British Library: Illustrated Book of Hours

For Students 9th - 10th
View an example of a Renaissance-era book of hours, a small book of prayers and illustrations used for private devotional purposes.
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The Active Eye in Architecture: Birth of a Column

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed study of the column, with some reference to its use in Renaissance architecture. Part of an online book about architecture by an amateur for amateurs.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Scientific Method

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describe how the Renaissance period in history changed the approach to science. Identify the steps of the scientific method. Differentiate between the independent...
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Curated OER

Columns

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed study of the column, with some reference to its use in Renaissance architecture. Part of an online book about architecture "by an amateur for amateurs."
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CommonLit

Common Lit: "Truth" by Nikki Grimes

For Students 6th - 8th
This poem appeared in Grimes' book "One Last Word", a collection inspired by poems from The Harlem Renaissance that follow the "Golden Shovel" form. In this poetic form, the poet takes a "striking line" from an inspirational poem and...
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CommonLit

Common Lit: David's Old Soul by Nikki Grimes

For Students 7th - 8th
Grimes is well known for her award-winning books written for children and young adults. The poem "David's Old Soul" appeared in her book One Last Word, a collection inspired by poems from the Harlem Renaissance that follow the "Golden...