Curated OER
Making Sense of the Census
In this unit of lessons, students make sense of the Census. They examine why a census is taken and participate in activities.
Curated OER
Making Sense of the Census
In this unit of lessons, learners make sense of the census. They examine why a census is taken and participate in activities.
Curated OER
Making Sense of the Census
In this unit of lessons, students make sense of the census. They examine why a census is taken and partipate in activities.
Curated OER
Where You Belong
Students identify different groups to which they belong, and use counting techniques to take a census of their family and class.
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Making Plans
Students choose site for a new school by using real life problem solving skills.
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Questions for Today: Communities
Students discover how questionnaires help communities to determine the needs of its citizens. They make an analogy between a survey of students about their school and a survey of citizens about their community.
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Families
Students examine Canadian census data from 1981 and 2001 to investigate how the family structure has changed. They investigate important aspects of family life.
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Building Data
Students collect census data to help them determine where to build a new supply superstore.
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Jobs in 1860 and Today
Students compare occupations during the 19th century with the 21st century using information from 19th century census information.
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Censusmania
Students understand how the census can reveal information about people and history. They create their own census.
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Neighborhood statistics
Learners examine statistics relating to neighborhoods. They use the data to explain how a population affects their environment. They discuss how businesses use statistics to find out information about their clientele.
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Mapping the changes in Canada's population
Students find and analyze data found in the census. They compare the population from 1996 to 2001. They explore the type of data they can find in the Census of Population.
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The Household Environment Survey
Students examine data collected from a national survey of household environmental practices to develop their own questionaires. Once they have their own survey questions, students conduct their own investigations, and report their findings.
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Distribution of children living at home
High schoolers examine census data to evaluate the number of students of certain ages living at home. This data is then used to determine the need for day care, or other social programs. They use this information to explore social policies.
Scholastic
Scholastic: 2010 Census History Challenge
Take part in this interactive game to learn what historical information is gathered turning in census forms.
US Census Bureau
Census 2000 Briefs
A page of a number of news briefs from the U.S. Census Bureau discussing Census 2000 results in population, race, housing, and much more. A nice source when studying American diversity.
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US Census Bureau
United States Census Bureau: Poverty in the Us [Pdf]
The US census report on poverty published in 2001.
US Census Bureau
U.s. Census Bureau: Measuring 50 Years of Economic Change [Pdf]
A lengthy report published in 1998 that analyzes historical changes in the US economy and labor force, based on data collected by the Census Bureau.
US Census Bureau
Scholastic: It's About Us: Teaching Guide [Pdf]
Teachers will encourage students to understand the purpose and history regarding the U.S. Census with these cross-curricular lesson plans designed for grades K-4. Scope and Sequence, National Standards, as well as activities and...
US Census Bureau
U.s. Census Bureau: Student State Facts
Ever wonder how many 8 year old boys or girls live in your state? Do you know what day your state joined the Union? Take some time to explore the fifty states and Puerto Rico and discover many fun facts collected by the U.C. Census.
Other
Reformed Reader: Numbers: From the 1599 Geneva Bible Notes
Read the 1599 Geneva Bible with notes written by leaders of the Reformation. An historical gem.
US Census Bureau
U.s. Census Bureau: 2010 Census
What is the Census? Why should I fill out my form? Can I do the Census online? Find out the answers to these questions and many more when you take a look at the U.S. Census Bureau: 2010 Census website. Teacher materials are available.
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Mla: Language Map
An interesting, interactive way to view the many languages spoken in the United States. This site is filled with data, interpretation of data, interactive maps, ways to use the data, and ways to compare languages spoken in states.
US Census Bureau
United States Census Bureau: Current Population Survey
The Current Population Survey (CPS) is a monthly survey of about 50,000 households conducted by the Bureau of the Census for the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The survey has been conducted for more than 50 years. The CPS is the primary...