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Exhibiting Your Knowledge

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Students are introduced to the various museum functions. In groups, they create a traveling exhibition based on Gutenberg's invention and the first printed book. They share their exhibition with the class and answer any questions presented.
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Lesser Known Influences of the Pacific Northwest

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students engage in research about the development of the Pacific Northwest using specific individuals to emphasize different racial and gender influences in the 1800's. The research method that is used is inquiry based.
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Mississippi Delta Blues Moves: Second in a Series of Three with Barb Hoffman and Steve Hoskins, MGM

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students complete a graphic organizer reviewing Barb Hoffman's prior lesson," Slave Songs (1840-1876)" as well as listen to and discuss Delta Blues music samples. Students research one Delta Blues singer and write a "color coded"...
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True Settlers of the Pacific Northwest: Who was there with Dr. John Mcloughlin?

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students discover who was present when the city of Vancouver was founded. Using the internet, they research the various cultures of the area and which were present at the Hudson Bay Company. They discuss each person's role in how the...
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Understanding the Importance of the Declaration of Independence

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders examine the importance of the Declaration of Independence by using a variety of research sources and computer technology to obtain information. They internalize the thoughts, actions, and motives of the signers of the...
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Social Changes in America Caused by World War II

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students research and examine the social changes that occured in the United States during World War II. In pairs they conduct research using a variety of resources, and organize and compose a "Guide to Life" for veterans returning home...
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Comparing Ethnic Groups

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders explore the relationship between the United States and the Native Americans from after the Civil War to the early 1900's. They evaluate the actions of the United States towards Native Americans and compare the actions to...
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Egyptian Expedition

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students identify and analyze ancient Egypt and interpret how to develop bibliographical references. They research topics using multiple resources and various forms of media of media. Finally, students practice and deliver an oral...
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Using Source Material Online Lesson

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders critically examine photographs. They ask questions leading to relevant research about photographs. They complete online research to gather information about photographs.
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Native American Research Project Presentations

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Young scholars research various Native American tribes. In this Native American history lesson, students follow the provided rubric to create research presentations on the cultures of selected Native American tribes.
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MAP MAGNETIC FIELD OF A ROOM

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students map the magnetic field of a room (classroom or room at home -- recommend kitchen) at two or more heights. They create a coordinate grid within the room and make a relatively accurate map of the room to super impose the...
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Eastern Woodland Indians

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders research the Eastern Woodland Indians in this lesson. They list the tribes and write a description of the physical environment. They list examples of the types of food, clothing, transportation, home/shelter,...
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Grade 8: Intermediate-Level Social Studies, Booklet 2 Document-Based Question, 2008

For Students 8th
In this 8th grade social studies standardized test practice worksheet, students respond to 1 essay and 10 short answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of history and government in the United States.
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Grade 8: Intermediate-Level Social Studies, Booklet 2 Document-Based Question, 2006

For Students 8th
In this 8th grade social studies standardized test practice worksheet, students respond to 1 essay and 10 short answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of history and government in the United States.
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Grade 8: Intermediate-Level Social Studies, Booklet 2 Document-Based Question, 2005

For Students 8th
In this 8th grade social studies standardized test practice learning exercise, students respond to 1 essay and 10 short answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of history and government in the United States.
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Grade 8: Intermediate-Level Social Studies, Booklet 2 Document-Based Question, 2002

For Students 8th
In this 8th grade social studies standardized test practice worksheet, students respond to 1 essay and 12 short answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of history and government in the United States.
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Grade 8: Intermediate-Level Social Studies, Booklet 2 Document-Based Question, 2001

For Students 8th
In this 8th grade social studies standardized test practice worksheet, students respond to 1 essay and 14 short answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of history and government in the United States.
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Grade 8: Intermediate-Level Social Studies, Booklet 2 Document-Based Question, 2007

For Students 8th
In this 8th grade social studies standardized test practice learning exercise, students respond to 1 essay and 10 short answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of history and government in the United States.
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Introduction to World Religions - Christianity

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders explore Christianity. In this world religions lesson, 6th graders listen to a lecture about the attributes of the religion and then listen to and then conduct independent research on Christianity. Students also complete a...
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Second World War - Conscription Events

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students explore the iam Lyon Mackenzie King Diaries which describe the involvement of Canada in WWII.
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Prejudice and the Navaho Indian Long Walk

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students read Scott O'Dell's book, Sing Down the Moon, and answer questions about the forced migration of the Navahos from Arizona to Fort Sumter, New Mexico. They conduct research and describe a tenebrae service and its importance.
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Total English Upper Intermediate: Using Adjectives and Adverbs

For Students 6th - 9th
In this adjectives and adverbs worksheet, students read 10 sentences and choose words or phrases from the word bank to rewrite the sentences. Students plan a short presentation about a holiday destination they have visited.
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The Trip of the Speedwell and the Mayflower

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders investigate the hardships Pilgrims faced on the Mayflower and Speedwell. In this Pilgrim lesson, 4th graders listen to an account of the Pilgrim's voyage from Plymouth, England to present day Massachusetts. Students sit in...
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Early Colonial Labor Force: Indentured Servants and Slaves

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Young scholars study the labor force used during Colonial America. In this Colonial America lesson, students discuss labor types used in the colonies. Young scholars read about indentured servants and the use of African slaves....