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North America Map
In this North America outline map learning exercise, students examine the political boundaries and identify the countries of North America.
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People of the Plains:Music and Dance
Fourth graders are given a worksheet stating the goal of the day, different sections to visit, and time spent on each section. They are given the CDs, 4th graders are told to insert the CDs into the computer. Students go to The Plains...
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Bears
First graders investigate the bears of North America that include the grizzly, polar, black, and Alaskan brown. They conduct research on each of these different varieties. The goal is for students to find common characteristics and...
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The Old North Trail
Students engage in a lesson to find information about the old trails of North America that were used by Native Americans. Specifically, they conduct research to find the history of The Old North Trail. The teacher shares several theories...
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Hunters/Gatherers
Students discuss the ways in which an environment is used to provide the basic necessities of life. In groups, they compare and contrast how different hunter and gatherer groups have used the environment to their advantage. They place...
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Biome-Ecology Unit with a "Design a Zoo" Extension
Students participate in a three part unit about biomes. Part one, students research the biomes of North America and part two consists of research on zoos and a field trip to a zoo. While part three ties together the first two when...
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Max Knows Mexicao, United States and Canada
Students utilize their map skills to explore the regions of North America. They explore the physical characteristics and climates of the regions. Students label their map and prepare a presentation of their findings.
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European Explorers
Students research one of seventeen explorers before filling in a worksheet. Next, they write a song verse using the information and sing it to the tune of "Row, Row, Row Your Boat." On the next day, they play a game of "Who Am I?" using...
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Culture Areas Of Native North America
Students investigate the different cultural areas of Native North America. They process information using critical thinking skills while conducting research on the internet. They record information found on a graphic organizer to help...
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Exploration of North America
Fifth graders examine some famous explorers who have helped to discover our country. They discuss explorers from three countries today. They are: Spain, Portugal, and England.
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Mapping Change
Learners compare a political map of North America today with one from 1845. They identify items of continuity in the political map of the United States today and that of 1845 and describe the influence of Indian and Hispanic cultures on...
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives:national Profiles:saint Pierre, Miquelon
Learn about religion on the North American islands and French territories, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Other
Hooper Virtual Paleontological Museum
This site provides a virtual tour to the Hooper Virtual Paleontological Museum. There are many virtual exhibits to visit through a series of links, including Mass Extinctions and Human Evolution. Very descriptive and fun tour!
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360 geographics.com
Visit hundreds of panoramas across the United States and Canada. Click on a region and a state or province for a listing of panoramas. Quick Time must be installed in order to use the site.
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: In the Spotlight: Cuba
Click-through facts-and-photo file about Cuba's geography, nature, history, people, culture, and government.
Museum of Science
Museum of Science, Boston
This site from the Museum of Science provides links to all aspects of the museum. An on-line exhibit and a link for educator tools are offered.
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Houston Museum of Natural History
This site has links to all aspects of the Houston Museum of Natural History.
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Bishop Museum
This museum site gives the viewer information on this museum as well as current, past, and upcoming exhibits.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History
Online home of the American Museum of Natural History. Find out about the museum's latest events, exhibitions, and programs.
California Academy of Sciences
California Academy of Sciences: Natural History Museum
California Academy of Sciences is the oldest scientific institution in the West. This great site describes the museum and shows pictures of various exhibits.
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The Royal Tyrrell Muesum
This site includes exhibits of the museum, school programs, public programs, research and resources, etc.
That Quiz
That Quiz: Practice Test: Americas
This resource provides a practice test which allows users to test their geographical knowledge of the Americas.
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Museum of Western Colorado
This site contains information/links to artifacts, photographs, Native Americans, the Old West, facts about the 20th century, and dinosaur-rich geography.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: North American Rivers and Their Widths
Rivers are essential to any society. They provide fresh water, recreation, and transportation. Students will analyze the distribution and relationship among North American rivers using this map from NASA. Background information and...