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Jigsaw Ancient Technology And Writing Systems

For Teachers 5th - 10th
Students participate in jigsaw learning activity in order to cover a large amount of information about the technological advances and writing systems of ancient civilizations. Working in small groups, they research an assigned topic to...
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Huichol Yarn Painting

For Teachers K - 8th
Young artists of many ages apply yarn painting techniques in combining their ideas and their art. After viewing actual examples of yarn paintings created by the Huichol people, learners choose an important scene from their own lives...
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Pre-Assessment / Introductory Essay Jigsaw Part A

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students investigate Imperial Japan. In this Japanese history instructional activity, students listen to a lecture about Imperial Japan and then complete jigsaw reading activities about the country during the 20th century. Students write...
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Understanding Primary Sources

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Students draw conclusions from primary sources and share information and interpretations with a small group. They are introduced to the Jigsaw technique. Students discuss why a grocery receipt would be a primary source. They...
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National WWII Museum

More Than Words Can Say: Analyzing Visual Materials as Primary Sources

For Teachers 7th - 12th Standards
The propaganda of World War II was a key factor in galvanizing the home front. Class members examine images—without their text—to consider their messages, including those around race and gender. Using pictures and discussion questions,...
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Tension Over Slavery

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders research the events that lead to the US Civil War. They use the Jigsaw technique to report the findings of their research.
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People of the West

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders research and identify key facts about men and women of the Westward Movement. They assess the events and reasons that motivated people to move west, hardships they faced and their contributions to the nation. Each student...
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Voting Simulation

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students explore the process of voting. They study the lawmaking branch of the state government.
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What Are the Literary, Artistic, Scientific, and Technological Contributions of Immigrants to the United States?

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students evaluate impact of immigration on America's economy and culture, research information about people of various countries of origin, and share findings with classmates through collages, posters, handouts, or skits.
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The Noble Savage - The Social Contract Rights and Freedoms of Modern Humanity

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students, in groups, research various philosophers and the historical context of their work. They discuss the necessity and interaction of laws, regulations and human freedoms and consider the importance of the Canadian government to its...
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Video Conferences with Parliamentarians

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Pupils from all over Canada videoconference with Parliamentarians to talk about issues in a current bill.

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