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Curated OER

Ohio Census 1990 and 2000

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students begin the lesson by examining Census data from the state of Ohio from 1990 and 2000. Using a worksheet, they solve problems using the data and a calculator. They share their responses with the class and discuss what the data...
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Curated OER

Capitol vs. Capital

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students construct time lines to show the order of significant events in Ohio history. They explain how Ohio progressed from territory to statehood.
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Curated OER

Flying High in Ohio

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students use a Venn diagram to explore the similarities and differences between two sets of "Aviation Pioneers." They read age appropriate texts related to the design of the Ohio quarter reverse. They examine the quarter and locate Ohio...
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Curated OER

We're Finally on our Own: May 4, 1970

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students examine photos of the Kent State University unrest of the 1970's and discuss what the photos represent. They complete a written assessment.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Local Legacies

For Students 9th - 10th
Experience America through its grassroots! Diverse populations lend cultural colorfulness to our country. Read about an International Food Fair in California, Annie Oakley Days in Ohio, and Wabanaki Basketry in Maine. Click on your...
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Ohio General Assembly Online: Ohio Constitution

For Students 9th - 10th
This site offers Ohio's state constitution along with links to related information.
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Ohio Channel: Homepage

For Students 9th - 10th
Public broadcasting and live streaming of government events, statehouse news, public affairs, history, education, arts, and culture as they pertain to the state of Ohio.
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Oh Deptartment of Natural Resources: Ohio's Trees

For Students 9th - 10th
A listing of all Ohio's trees complete with a description and picture. List is alphabetical from Alder to Willow. Be sure to click on "Big Trees," for statistics and pictures of the biggest trees in Ohio.
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Enchanted Learning

Enchanted Learning: Ohio

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site has a colorful display of information about Ohio. It contains a map, pictures, a list of state symbols, and links to related information.
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Akron Art Museum

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource is the website of the Akron Art Museum, located in Akron, OH. Situated in a renovated Post Office building, the permanet collection emphasises contemporary art, photography, and folk arts.
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Contemporary Arts Center

For Students 9th - 10th
Located in Cincinnati, OH. Founded in 1939, the Contemporary Arts Center is one of the oldest, most active, and most adventuresome museums of contemporary art in the US.
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Toledo Museum of Art

For Students 9th - 10th
Located in Toledo, OH. A fine collection of world-famous works of art from various periods throughout history. Although located in a smaller mid-western city, you'll be surprised at what it has to offer.
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The Encyclopedia of Cleveland History

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn everything you need to know about the history of Cleveland, Ohio searchable by subject, alphabetical index, image gallery, or timeline.
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What Tree Is It?

For Students 3rd - 8th
You've climbed this tree, sat in its branches and collected its leaves. Now you are old enough to know that it has a name. How can you tell what kind it is? Here are some ways to check: by leaf, by fruit, or just by the way it looks.
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Allen Memorial Art Museum Oberlin College

For Students 9th - 10th
Located at Oberlin College in Ohio. The museum highlights 17th century Dutch, Japanese prints, Renaissance and Baroque prints, modern European and contemporary American art.
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Cleveland Museum of Art

Cleveland Museum of Art

For Students 9th - 10th
The Cleveland Museum of Art home page offers information and news about current happenings in the art world. It also has virtual exhibits that you can view to see many different types of art.
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University of Texas at Austin

Ut Library: Perry Castaneda Maps of Ohio

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of state, city and historical maps of Ohio. Also includes maps of national parks and monuments in the state.
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A&E Television

History.com: Ohio

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a detailed look at the state of Ohio! From its earliest history and peoples, to present day facts which include population, climate, geography, plants and animals, economy, government, cultural life, sports and recreation,...
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A&E Television

History.com: The States

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn unique facts about each American state. You can also read a more in-depth history of each state, watch videos and play a game about all the states.
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Kenyon College

Kenyon College: Discovering African American History in Rural Ohio

For Students 9th - 10th
Visit this digital collection to delve into the history of Black folks and experience life in the rural area of Knox County, Ohio.
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State of Ohio Official Site

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the Ohio state government's official website. Find information ranging from state government and its officials to arts and travel.
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The Cincinnati Art Museum

For Students 9th - 10th
The Cincinnati Art Museum (Cincinnati, Ohio), offers a comprehensive website exploring its current exhibitions as well as searching their collection database. Other content includes virtual tours, museum history, and teacher guides with...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

National Park Service: Teaching With Historic Places: The Ohio & Erie Canal

For Teachers 9th - 10th
How were the canals used and what were the effects of this transportation system on daily life in the 19th century? This lesson plan incorporates the use of historic sites in the study of Ohio and U.S. history.
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Ohio Memory Project

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Ohio Memory's mission is to help communities share, discover and connect to Ohio's rich past through dynamic online resources.