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Wake Up King George!

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders research the conflict between the American colonies and England and write about it. For this America verses England lesson plan, 4th graders read books, watch videos, and have class discussions about this time in history...
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Gold Rush Abolitionists: How different was the role of Spanish-speaking blacks under Mexican rule from the role of English-speaking blacks under U.S. rule?

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students determine how Spanish-speaking blacks and English speaking blacks were treated differently. In this emancipation instructional activity, students compare the Mexican and American rules regarding slavery.     
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Russian Leaders and Industrialization

For Students 8th - 12th
In this industrialization worksheet, students read the provided 1-page article about the Industrial Revolution in Russia and then respond to 8 short answer questions based on the information presented.
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Russia: Industrialization, Repression, and Revolution

For Students 8th - 12th
In this Russian history worksheet, students read the provided article about industrialization in the nation and then respond to 7 short answer questions.
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Community Bus Tour

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders take a bus tour to discover different businesses, schools, and other buildings located in the community. They then learn about the different types of technology that is used in the community.
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Community Quilt

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders use prior knowledge about the community to create a quilt. They use complete sentences to explain their block and also use oral language skills to tell about their caption for their quilt piece.
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New England Colonials: John Stebbins and Ebenezer Wells (1691-1758)

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders learniabout life in Deerfield during growth period through the examination of artifacts and documents of Stebbins and Wells.
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Banpo Village: Gone, But Not Forgotten

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders plan a trip to China and prepare yourself for the Banpo excavation site competition by studying prehistoric and ancient Chinese history.
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The 1812 Louisiana Constitution

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners analyze the Louisiana Constitution of 1812 and then draw up a constitution for their particular school. They compare the Louisiana Constitution to the United States Constitution of 1789 and create a graphic organizer of both...
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Perseverance

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine how the failure of Reconstruction led to the systematic passage of Jim Crow laws in states across the South and the negative impact these laws had on the growth and development of the US.
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Constitutional Issues: Separation of Powers

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students discribe the principle and the history of separation of powers.
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Mathematical Contributions By Women

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore the contributions of women to mathematics by writing a research paper, presenting a summary to their peers, and sharing an activity with their peers. They use a variety of reference materials to gather information...
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Senate Confirmation Hearings on Cabinet

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils explain the confirmation process of presidential nominees to the Cabinet. They compose a list of questions to ask at a conformation hearing.
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Camera of My Family Video

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students watch and discuss Holocaust video.
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Camera of My Family Video

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Young scholars explore Hitler, the Nazis and the Holocaust.
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The Transatlantic Slave Trade Lesson Plan

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students study former slave ports in the South.
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Landscape Confection

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students engage in a lesson about the creation of landscape paintings. This activity is meant to be done before visiting a museum. They examine the works of art in order to become familiar with the style and recreate them. Then students...
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Camera of My Family Video

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine the Noren Family's view of life in Nazi Germany. In this discussion lesson students answer twelve questions asked by the teacher.