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The Not-So-Jolly Roger
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?
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...
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Fells Point's Role in Shipping and Trade
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
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.
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Biome Map
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.
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European Exploration
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
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
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....
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Dominica
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.
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Virgin Islands
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...
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Caribbean Islands
Read an overview of the Caribbean Islands as a whole. Find out their histories, culture, politics, and geography.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Antigua and Barbuda
This section from the Library of Congress' study of the Caribbean Islands tells about Antigua and Barbuda's geography, economy, government, and people.
World InfoZone
World Info Zone: Us Virgin Islands
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...
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Bahamas
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.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Barbados
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.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Dominica
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.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Grenada
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.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Jamaica
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.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: St. Kitts and Nevis
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.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: St. Lucia
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.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Trinidad and Tobago
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.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Us Virgin Islands
Learn about religion in the US Virgin Islands, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile. Includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Cayman Islands
Learn about religion in the Cayman Islands, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile, which includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives:national Profiles:turks and Caicos Islands
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.