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Second Graders Create Their Own Social Studies Book (Part I, The 5Ws of the Constitution)

For Teachers 2nd
Students develop their own social studies textbook using a blank theme book as they complete activities and learning experiences throughout the year. The activities are in art, music, simulations, read alouds, shared writing and a class...
Lesson Plan
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Music Elements For Second Grade

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders are exposed to a variety of attributes of melody in seven lessons of this unit. the notation in treble clef, pitch, and the movements of the melody are presented in these lessons.
Lesson Plan
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11 September memorial

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students analyze the events of September 11. They read news stories and discuss the events of September 2001. Students explore the meaning of symblism. They design a memorial to commemorate the event.
Worksheet
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The Victorian Era

For Students 4th - 5th
In this Victorian Era activity, students research and name the three inventions from the Victorian Era, Queen Victoria's favorite composer and who invented the light bulband phonograph.
Worksheet
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War Heroes & Woes

For Students 6th - 8th
In this United States history worksheet, students utilize a word bank of 10 terms or phrases to answer 10 fill in the blank questions about the War of 1812. A short answer question is included as well.
Lesson Plan
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The Vietnam War: A Popular Music Approach

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore the Vietnam War in music. In this Vietnam lesson, students listen to and analyze popular music from the Vietnam era in order to understand the use of propaganda regarding the controversial war. High schoolers...
Interactive
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What Do You Know About Maryland?

For Students 4th - 6th
In this online interactive Maryland worksheet, learners respond to 10 multiple choice questions that require them to exhibit what they know about the state. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
Interactive
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Vocabulary Review #2

For Students 5th - 6th
In this vocabulary review #2 worksheet, students interactively complete 10 sentences by selecting the correct word, with immediate online feedback.
Lesson Plan
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Closing Lesson

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students reflect on their thoughts about the Vietnam War.  In this history lesson, students exhibit all they learned about the Vietnam War by sharing their knowledge through the creation of a portfolio that is shared with their...
Lesson Plan
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United States Symbols

For Teachers 1st
First graders identify symbols that represent the United States on a worksheet. In this United States symbols lesson plan, 1st graders identify 5 symbols on the sheet.
Lesson Plan
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Places where I see the flag

For Teachers K
Students talk about flags from different countries and how during the olympics they can see flags from many different countries.
Unit Plan
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Symbols of Our Land

For Teachers 2nd
Students explore the symbols and figures significant to the American culture in the five lessons of this unit. The U.S. flag in various versions, the Statue of Liberty, and the Lincoln Momorial are all covered in short segments in this...
Lesson Plan
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VH1 Fan Club Dave Matthews Band

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students study how the music of Dave Matthews Band is based on jazz, blues, bluegrass, rock and roll, and rap.
Worksheet
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U.S. Quiz Questions

For Students 6th - 8th
In this ESL United States worksheet, students answer a set of 25 questions about the United States. The answers to each question are written beneath each.
Lesson Plan
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Literature

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders study phrases, poetry and myths of Ancient Greece and Rome in these lessons.
Lesson Plan
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Haitian Immigration: Twentieth Century

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students read a narrative about the culture, heritage and history of Haiti including the contributions of Haitian immigrants in the U.S. They conduct further research on Haitian culture and prepare a presentation for the class.
Lesson Plan
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A Twist On American Symbolism

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Pupils discover how and why flag and national anthem of the United States were created, and in what ways they represent the foundation of our national identity.
Lesson Plan
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Year of the Impossible Goodbyes by Sook Nyul Choi

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students analyze Korean culture from their literature piece. They investigate the theme of oppression by an occupying army. Students encounter courage, resistance movements and explore the underground railroads.
Article
Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian: Plans for the 200th Anniversary of the Star Spangled Banner

For Students 9th - 10th
September 14th, 2014 will be the 200th anniversary of the Star-Spangled Banner. Learn about the Smithsonian's plans for celebrating this important historical event.
Lesson Plan
Scholastic

Scholastic: Lesson Plans: The Star Spangled Banner

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Learners become familiar with "The Star-Spangled Banner" and discuss what the United States flag means to them.
Lesson Plan
South Carolina Educational Television

Know It All: Lesson: The Star Spangled Banner

For Teachers K
The students will learn about the history of 'The Star-Spangled Banner', and how the American Flag is a symbol of our freedom.
Unit Plan
Vocabulary.com

The Star Spangled Banner

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains a list of 15 words from "The Star-Spangled Banner", the national anthem written by Francis Scott Key. Teachers can digitally assign this list to their students to reinforce the spellings, pronunciations, and meanings...
Primary
Other

Our National Anthem: The Star Spangled Banner

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains the words to "The Star Spangled Banner". Also includes an audio of the song.
Website
US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Songs and Oaths: "The Star Spangled Banner"

For Students 3rd - 5th
Historical background information is provided for our national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner," along with the written text of the words. Links to more resources.