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The Not-So-Jolly Roger

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students assemble details about a pirate voyage and choose which details to include on a postcard that pirate might have written home. They discuss the Pirate Code and determine what should be done in certain "Sticky Situations."
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What and Where is Puerto Rico?

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students explore Puerto Rico. They create K-W-L charts of their prior knowledge of Puerto Rico and observe maps of Puerto Rico. They code the map for measurements and land and water forms. They explore websites to gain background on...
Lesson Plan
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Fells Point's Role in Shipping and Trade

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders examine the trade and military advantages of ships built in Fells Point.  In this American History lesson, 8th graders analyze primary sources.  Students create an encyclopedia of Fells Point. 
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Winds of Change

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students investigate extreme weather patterns. In this current events lesson plan, students visit selected websites to study hurricanes and their causes. Students write reports on their findings.
Worksheet
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Biome Map

For Students 5th - 6th
In this biomes worksheet, learners color the map of North America according to the biome clues. Students then answer questions about the North American biomes.
Lesson Plan
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European Exploration

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders analyze key European explorers and focus on where and why they explored. They research who sponsored the explorers as well as the accomplishments of the explorers. They discuss the lasting effects of the expeditions in...
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The Rooster Who Went to His Uncle's Wedding

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders read and discuss the story "The Rooster Who Went to His Uncle's Wedding" in the Scott Foresman series. They summarize the story. They understand the influence of Latin American Folktales. They complete a quiz on the story.
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Visual Arts, Literary Arts, and Performing Arts: Their Connection and Place in America's Minority Culture

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the rich, varied, and full artistic culture of each of these three minority groups, Native Americans, Chicanos, and African Americans. They explore art through dance, music, literature, and many other different mediums....
Article
BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Dominica

For Students 9th - 10th
The BBC offers a profile of the Caribbean country of Dominica presenting an overview, country facts, and information on political leaders and the media. You can listen to the national anthem or view a timeline of key historical events.
Website
Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Virgin Islands

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of U.S. Virgin Islands. The content covers the territory's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational...
eBook
Country Studies US

Country Studies: Caribbean Islands

For Students 9th - 10th
Read an overview of the Caribbean Islands as a whole. Find out their histories, culture, politics, and geography.
eBook
Country Studies US

Country Studies: Antigua and Barbuda

For Students 9th - 10th
This section from the Library of Congress' study of the Caribbean Islands tells about Antigua and Barbuda's geography, economy, government, and people.
Handout
World InfoZone

World Info Zone: Us Virgin Islands

For Students 9th - 10th
Great reference tool that is full of useful information about the US Virgin Islands in the Caribbean. Content includes: geography, environment, architecture, religion, food, history, economy, arts, sports, and news. Be sure to look at...
eBook
Country Studies US

Country Studies: Bahamas

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough look at the Bahamas from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
eBook
Country Studies US

Country Studies: Barbados

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough look at Barbados from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
eBook
Country Studies US

Country Studies: Dominica

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough look at Dominica from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
eBook
Country Studies US

Country Studies: Grenada

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough look at Grenada from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
eBook
Country Studies US

Country Studies: Jamaica

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough look at Jamaica from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
Handout
Country Studies US

Country Studies: St. Kitts and Nevis

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough look at St. Kitts and Nevis from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
eBook
Country Studies US

Country Studies: St. Lucia

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough look at St. Lucia from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
eBook
Country Studies US

Country Studies: Trinidad and Tobago

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough look at Trinidad and Tobago from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
Handout
Association of Religion Data Archives

Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Us Virgin Islands

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about religion in the US Virgin Islands, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile. Includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Handout
Association of Religion Data Archives

Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Cayman Islands

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about religion in the Cayman Islands, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile, which includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Handout
Association of Religion Data Archives

Association of Religion Data Archives:national Profiles:turks and Caicos Islands

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about religion in the Caribbean, Turks and Caicos islands, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.